Course 1: Introduction to Hydroponic Leafy Greens
A foundational session to understand the biology, environmental needs, and processes involved in growing leafy greens in controlled environments.
- Plant physiology: Understand how leafy greens grow at a cellular level, so you can optimize conditions for yield, flavor, and consistency.
- Natural & artificial light: Learn how to balance sunlight and LEDs to drive efficient photosynthesis and reduce energy costs.
- Climate control & climate equipment: Master the tools and strategies to regulate temperature, humidity, and airflow - key to preventing disease and boosting productivity.
- Physical indoor cultivation processes: Get familiar with day-to-day tasks like seeding, transplanting, and harvesting - so you can build efficient workflows and avoid common errors.
- Water & nutrient management: Dial in your fertigation strategy with precision—because nutrient imbalances or water waste can ruin crops and eat into profits.
- Open discussion Q&A
Course 2: Indoor Cultivation Technical & Equipment
Dive deep into the systems and tools used for leafy green production, comparing various approaches and materials.
- Facility equipment for leafy green cultivation (greenhouse & growing system): Understand the core components of greenhouse and vertical farm setups—so you can choose the right infrastructure for your goals and budget.
- Cultivation overview (from seed to harvest): Follow the complete crop cycle step-by-step to build consistency, avoid bottlenecks, and improve planning across batches.
- Substrate options (how they influence results): Compare popular growing media like rockwool, coco coir, and NFT channels, each with unique impacts on root health, moisture retention, and yield.
- Open discussion Q&A
Course 3: Operations & Tasks for Cultivation Success
Learn practical, day-to-day techniques and routines that drive efficient, healthy plant production.
- Water management, filtration & irrigation strategies (overview of choices & strategies): Explore different systems and techniques to deliver clean, consistent water - because poor water quality or delivery leads to underperformance and crop loss.
- Spacings & densities (right choices to increase efficiency): Learn how to optimize plant layout to maximize yield per square meter—without sacrificing airflow, light exposure, or plant health.
- Cultivation management (operations, do’s & don’ts): Avoid common mistakes and streamline your daily routines - from pruning to monitoring - so you can keep crops thriving and operations smooth.
- Disinfection & cleaning (requirements & activities): Implement a hygiene plan that reduces contamination risks, protects crop quality, and meets food safety standards.
- Open discussion Q&A
Coure 4: Plan the Business Economics
Understand the business side of greenhouse and vertical farming with a hands-on approach to financial and market analysis using Agritecture Designer.
- Use the platform Agritecture Designer: Leverage a purpose-built planning tool to model your farm - from layout to financial projections - based on real-world data.
- Get the CAPEX: Understand the upfront investment required for infrastructure, equipment, and installation—so you can plan and pitch with confidence.
- Estimate the OPEX: Project your ongoing operating costs—like labor, energy, nutrients, and maintenance - to identify risk points and savings opportunities.
- Calculate ROI: Measure profitability over time and test multiple scenarios - so you can make data-driven decisions before breaking ground.
- Conduct market research: Validate your target customer, pricing, and demand to ensure your leafy greens actually have a place in the market.
- Connect with equipment suppliers: Build your vendor shortlist and get insights into sourcing timelines, costs, and technical support
