Registration Open for the CEA Leafy Crops Event at Ohio State University

CEAgWorld staff By CEAgWorld staff|January 28, 2025

Registration for the Ohio Controlled Environment Agriculture Center’s (OHCEAC) CEA Leafy Crops Event is open. This inaugural event is the first of its kind and will focus on cutting-edge practices for controlled environment agriculture (CEA) leafy greens such as lettuce and spinach.

When Is the Event?

The event will take place on Friday, Feb. 28, at Ohio State University’s (OSU) Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex (CEARC). It’s important to note this event is hybrid, as both in-person and online registration is available.

Who Should Attend?

Growers, entrepreneurs, research institutions, and industry professionals are encouraged to attend this event. Attendees will exchange insights and explore the future of leafy greens in CEA.

Who Will Speak at the Event?

Keynote Speakers

  • Neil Mattson, Ph.D. from Cornell University
  • Anna Testen from USDA-ARS
  • Melanie Lewis Ivey, Ph.D. from Ohio State University
  • Laura Bautista, Ph.D. from Delphy B.V.
  • Marco de Bruin from de Bruin Greenhouse Consulting
  • Martin Veenstra from Certhon

Panel Discussion Leaders

  • Marco de Bruin from de Bruin Greenhouse Consulting
  • Kyle Freedman, Ph.D. from Jiffy Group
  • Austin Smith from Grodan
  • Tom Stenzel from CEA Alliance
  • Onno Zwaan from DLVGE

What Else Should I Know?

The event is hosted by Chieri Kubota, Ph.D., from OSU and Stijn Jochems from Delphy B.V. in the Netherlands. While there is a tentative schedule in place, it’s subject to change. Attendees are encouraged to sign up for event updates and check the event website for schedule changes. Here’s the current event schedule as of Jan. 28, 2025:

  • Introductions: 8:30 a.m. to 8:50 a.m. EST
  • Keynote Presentations and Discussion on R&D in Academia: 8:50 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. EST
  • Keynote Presentations and Discussions on R&D in Industries: 11:10 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. EST
  • Lunch: 12:40 p.m. to 1:20 p.m. EST
  • Breakout Networking Sessions: 2:00 p.m. to 3:05 p.m. EST
  • Panel Discussion: 3:05 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. EST
  • Event Closing: 3:30 p.m. to 3:35 p.m. EST
  • CEARC Tours (In Person): 3:35 to 4:35 p.m. EST
  • Networking Social (In Person): 4:35 to 6:00 p.m. EST

Interested in learning more about the CEA Leafy Crops Event? Click here for a detailed overview and to register.

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