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    The OptimIA Project presents theOptimIA University lecture series: “Basic Knowledge for Indoor Farming”

    By urbanagnewsFebruary 1, 20241 Comment1 Min Read
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    Free, online educational materials created to support your learning and training in mastering indoor farming science and technologies

    What Will I Learn

    The general learning objectives of this lecture series are:Being familiar with indoor farming system componentsUnderstanding basics of hydroponic culture management, andBeing able to start planning your own indoor farming business

    What Topics are Covered

    In this lecture series, you will explore the fundamentals of indoor farming by delving into seven core concepts:

    • Background
    • Indoor Farming Systems
    • Nutrient Delivery
    • Plant Responses to Environmental Conditions (Basics)
    • Environmental Disorders
    • Crop-Specific Production Management
    • Economics

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    Speakers include researchers from around the U.S.

    • Jennifer Boldt, USDA-ARS
    • John Ertle, PP Systems
    • Dan Gillespie, Holistic Industries
    • Chieri Kubota, Ohio State University
    • Roberto Lopez, Michigan State University
    • Cary Mitchell, Purdue University
    • Chris Peterson, Michigan State University
    • Erik Runkle, Michigan State University
    • Nadia Sabeh, Dr. Greenhouse
    • Joseph Seong, Michigan State University
    • Simone Valle de Souza, Michigan State University

    The OptimIA University educational materials are suitable for a self-paced online course.

    Check out OptimIA University today!

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    1 Comment

    1. Greg MacMillan on February 2, 2024 9:52 am

      I would like to participate in the lecture series or any other courses offered

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