Whether attendees are exploring their first foray into controlled environment agriculture or ready to break ground, this track delivers the foundational knowledge they need to make informed decisions and turn their vision into a viable operation. Topics may include:

• Market Research & Defining Target Markets
• Building High Tunnel or Greenhouse – Regulations, Siting & Funding
• Converting Unused Buildings into Indoor Vertical Production 

This track returns to the essential science and hands-on expertise that form the backbone of every successful CEA operation, giving attendees a deeper command of the fundamental growing principles that drive crop quality and consistency. Topics may include:

• Matching Substrates to Crop & Production System (Soilless & Hydroponic)
• Fertilizer 101:  EC & pH Management
• Lighting Fundamentals, Measurements, Metrics and DLI 

As CEA operations grow increasingly data-driven, this track helps attendees navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape — from selecting the right tools to protecting and leveraging the data those tools generate.Topics may include:

• Data Management & Environmental Monitoring
• Data Management & Cybersecurity in CEA
• Practical Examples of AI Integration in CEA Production 

From keeping crops clean and compliant to staying ahead of insects and disease, this track equips attendees with the practical protocols and proactive strategies essential to protecting both plant health and consumer safety. Topics may include:

• Cleaning & Sanitization Protocols for Food Safety & Plant Health
• Insect & Disease Identification in CEA Systems
• Building an IPM Plan:Beneficial Insects & Biocontrol Tools 

From grower success stories to the latest research findings, these popular fast-paced, idea-packed sessions put industry innovators and researchers in front of a highly engaged CEA audience — making this an ideal opportunity to share your work, your results, and your insights with the people who need to hear them most.

These sessions typically feature three individual presentations, within one hour—big ideas in a fast, engaging format.

Our General Sessions bring all attendees together for thought-provoking presentations and panels that explore the broader forces shaping the future of controlled environment agriculture — from emerging market opportunities to sustainability challenges and evolving consumer landscapes. These high-energy sessions are designed to spark conversation, challenge conventional thinking, and connect the dots across the entire CEA ecosystem.

Topics may include: Waste Management Strategies; Emerging Crops; Mushrooms; Cannabis; The Independent Grocery Landscape