As Greenhouse Technology Network (GTN) members wind up year six projects at the end of March, I’ve been reflecting on what I’ve learned while launching this unique network of five research centres. Working alongside research and subject matter experts at each research centre has been challenging but also immensely rewarding work. Navigating…
Networks have power in rapidly evolving industries
As published on Niagara College Research & Innovation on May 25, 2023. Written by Rita Sterne, PhD, Project Manager of the Greenhouse Technology Network. Agriculture is changing rapidly and so is indoor horticulture. Growers of flowers, trees, and vegetables that support human health and wellbeing year-round—and their supporting value chain…
Niagara College-led Greenhouse Technology Network expands membership
As published by Niagara College on May 4, 2023. Brock University and the University of Windsor are the newest members of Greenhouse Technology Network (GTN), a Niagara College-led consortium of academic research institutions supporting the research needs of greenhouse and related technology businesses through applied projects. In 2019, the new…
Niagara College’s Research & Innovation division to create Greenhouse Technology Network
As published on Niagara College Research & Innovation on September 5, 2019. A new network for research and technology in Southern Ontario’s greenhouse sector is about to blossom, thanks to $5 million in new FedDev Ontario funding that will allow Niagara College to create an innovative Greenhouse Technology Network. On…