AI, automation, drones, and genetic science are impacting the way we grow — from cucumbers, spinach, peppers, and even tropical fruit.
These innovations are all happening here on Canadian soil.
With a growing population, an affordability crisis and increasing food insecurity, greenhouses have emerged as a key player in the agri-food sector.
There's a need — and huge opportunity on the table — for better quality food that is grown sustainably.
Canada's greenhouse sector is a hotbed for growth — increasing sales for the 11th consecutive year — and up 9.2% to $2.5 billion in 2023, doubling in size from a decade ago.
A new report from the RBC Climate Action Institute launching next week, provides a lay of the land and highlights ways to transform indoor food production and its export opportunities.
How can Canada emerge as a leader in a low-carbon global food system?
To learn more, John Stackhouse visits the greenhouse capital of Canada, Leamington, Ontario and is joined by Peter Quiring, CEO at Nature Fresh Farms, Matt Korpan, Executive Director at the SEF Center for Horticultural Innovation and Lisa Ashton, Agriculture Lead at the RBC Climate Action Institute.
Canada's greenhouse sector is a success story in growth and productivity — and can play a critical role in the Next Green Revolution — but it's time to consider steps to support and expand sustainability.
By addressing infrastructure challenges, land-use efficiency and energy demand, the country can create ideal growing conditions for the sector to bloom further.
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