FIRST OF ITS KIND!
SAVE THE DATE
Delphy B.V. & OHCEAC Present:
"CEA Leafy Crops Event"
February 28, 2025 | In-Person and Online
Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex (CEARC)
The Ohio State University; Columbus, OH, USA
REGISTRATION OPENING SOON
This exclusive event will focus on the cutting-edge practices in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) for leafy crops such as lettuce and spinach!
Our inaugural CEA Leafy Crops event offers a unique platform for industry professionals, growers, entrepreneurs, and research institutions to converge, exchange insights, and explore the future of CEA. Hosted by Delphy B.V. in partnership with Ohio State University, this spotlight on greenhouse hydroponic production for leafy crops promises invaluable knowledge-sharing and networking opportunities.
Key Highlights
- Discover cutting-edge research, technologies and innovations
- Network with leading experts and peers
- Explore opportunities for future growth and collaboration
Sign up for event updates: here
Keynote Speakers
- Dr. Neil Mattson | Cornell University
- "LED Light: Current Status of LED Lighting Research"
- Dr. Anna Testen | USDA-ARS
- "Leafy Greens Disease Management"
- Dr. Melanie Lewis Ivey | Ohio State University
- "Food Safety in Hydroponic Leafy Greens"
- Dr. Laura Bautista | Delphy B.V., the Netherlands
- "Year-Round Production of High-Density Lettuce: LED Light, Substrate, and Crop Management"
- Marco de Bruin | de Bruin Greenhouse Consulting
- "Market Trends for Leafy Crop"
CEA Leafy Crops event Schedule at a Glance
Tentative - Subject to Change
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH
ALL TIMES ARE IN EASTERN US TIME (ET)
- CEA Leafy Crops Event: 8:30 - 6:00 PM [Tentative]
- Welcome and Introductions: 8:30 - 8:50 AM
- Session 1: R&D Academic Presentations and Discussion: 8:50 - 11:10 AM
- Session 2: R&D Industry Presentations and Discussion: 11:10 - 12:40 PM
- Lunch (Provided for In-Person Attendees): 12:40 - 1:20 PM
- Sponsor Presentations: 1:20 - 2:00 PM
- Breakout Sessions (In-Person & Online): 2:00 - 3:05 PM
- Panel Discussion: 3:05 - 3:30 PM
- Event Closing: 3:30 - 3:35 PM
- CEARC Tours (In-Person Activity): 3:35 - 4:35 PM
- Networking Social (In-Person Activity): 4:35 - 6:00 PM
Become an Event Sponsor
QUESTIONS ABOUT SPONSORSHIP?
If you have questions about sponsoring this event - please email OHCEAC Program Coordinator Carly Becker (becker.421@osu.edu).
Accomodation Recommendations
There are many hotels in the Columbus area to choose from but these hotels are only a short drive from the conference at the Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex (2515 Carmack Rd, Columbus, OH 43221).
- Blackwell Hotel (1.6 Miles Away - 5 Minute Drive): 2110 Tuttle Park Place Columbus, OH 43210
- Hampton Inn & Suites (2.2 Miles Away - 6 Minute Drive): 3160 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
- Hilton Garden Inn (2.2 Miles Away - 5 Minute Drive): 3232 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites (2.0 Miles Away - 5 Minute Drive): 3045 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
- Homewood Suites (1.1 Miles Away - 4 Minute Drive): 1576 West Lane Avenue, Columbus, OH 43221)
- Springhill Suites (2.0 Miles Away - 6 Minute Drive): 1421 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43212
- Staybridge Suites Columbus (2.1 Miles - 5 Minute Drive): 3125 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
There are many nearby restaurants, shops and activities around Columbus for you to experience during your stay. You can also search Experience Columbus's website for recommendations.
MORE INFORMATION TO COME - WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
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Hosted by Delphy B.V. and the Ohio Controlled Environment Agriculture Center (OHCEAC)
Organizing Members: Laura Bautista, Chieri Kubota and Carly Becker
Please contact: Carly Becker (becker.421@osu.edu) or Laura Bautista (l.bautista@delphy.nl) with any questions