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We connect with current and aspiring Freight Farmers through our live webinars, where experts share insights into vertical farming, hydroponic growing systems, and sustainable agriculture practices. During each session, industry leaders discuss the specifics of their Freight Farms projects, offer practical advice for future farmers, and answer audience questions. Discover what it’s really like to be a hydroponic farmer — straight from the voices of experienced Freight Farmers themselves!

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Small Businesses
Interviews with rural and urban farmers running businesses using their Freight Farms.
Beats Per Minute Farms, a veteran-owned business based in Kansas City, has revolutionized the local grocery market with its hydroponically-grown basil, using Freight Farms’ technology to supply over 50 stores.
Tova Feinberg started her hydroponic farming business VertiGreens in St. Louis, MO, to sell to the top chefs and restaurants in the area. With a now successful Freight Farm operation, Tova is making her mark in the community, offering premium local produce to the dining scene. Learn tips from Tova on how she got started, how she maintains her business, and any challenges she faced along the way.
Together, Derek and Brad have big goals for their business, Ditto Foods — with more Freight Farms in the near future and an intention to build a hub for fresh food in a disadvantaged neighborhood of Chicago. And they’re not alone — they’re taking their four kids along for the ride, too! Watch our conversation with Derek and Brad to hear more from them on their journey to Freight Farming!
Hear from Ryan McGann, the entrepreneur behind Cubic Acres Farm and the owner of not one, not two, but three Freight Farms! Ryan explains why he got three container farms and the operations behind his business. Don’t miss the valuable insight he shares into his success in forming partnerships with chefs or his strategies for building the business in a way that made the numbers work.
After spending time away from home, Geoff and his family returned back to their hometown of Ketchikan, Alaska, and started Ketchikan Ever Greens. They’re thrilled to be able to provide fresh, consistent produce for their island community. Geoff talks about their journey of vertical farming, what they’re currently growing, and their decision to purchase a second Freight Farm.
Farming is a family affair at Joe and Kate Cherepowich’s house in Rehoboth, MA, where the couple and their three kids operate Rogue Lettuce. Their Freight Farm, called Rogue Lettuce, has become a neighborhood staple in the backyard of their home in Rehoboth, Massachusetts.
Trevor and Brayton Spear own and operate Nanue's Farm in Raleigh, NC. Trevor recently took a step back from his contracting business to do something he really loves: farm. Brayton, a recent high school graduate, knew college wasn't the path he wanted to take. Together, the father-son duo is building a successful container farming business.
Alex joined us live from Texas to take us through her family’s journey to Freight Farming, how she was able to gain customers, what she’s growing, and overcoming natural disasters through indoor farming.
New Age Provisions owner Mario Vitalis joins us for a live conversation from inside his Freight Farm, located in the heart of Indianapolis. He takes us through the journey that led him to container farming and how he overcame adversities along the way. Mario shows us the current crops he’s growing and how talking to his customers is key to understanding what to grow.
Schools
Interviews with schools and universities that use Freight Farms for farm to school programs, academics, and healthy food production for cafeterias.
Two educators at Methacton High School are revolutionizing education with a Freight Farms Greenery™. By integrating hydroponic farming, marketing, business operations, and sustainability into their curriculum, they provide students with hands-on learning experiences that prepare them for future careers in agriculture, science, business, and more!
Learn how Morgan Hill Unified School District (MHUSD) is revolutionizing its agriculture program by integrating two Freight Farms into its curriculum. Led by Freight Farms' Event Manager and MHUSD's Director of Student Nutrition & Records Retention, along with their Lead Farmer, discover how these vertical hydroponic farms are enhancing hands-on learning, providing fresh, year-round produce, and teaching students practical skills that connect them to food, sustainability, and the future of farming.
Delve into the world of sustainable dining and culinary excellence with a unique focus on the University of North Texas' groundbreaking initiative to grow fresh produce right on their campus with two Freight Farms.
In Kentucky, Floyd County School of Innovation (FCSI) has launched an FFA program hinged on a Freight Farm. The hydroponic farm offers students an opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in the controlled environment space. Justin Smith, head of the Freight Farming program, joined us to dive deeper into how the farm is integrated into their school, benefits of being part of an FFA program, and more.
From hands-on learning experiences for their students to providing fresh, locally grown produce to their dining halls — Auburn University’s two vertical farms provide more than just food for their campus. Watch to hear from two key members of the Auburn University team.
Clark University and Sodexo brought a container farm to campus to provide students with the freshest greens possible. Since 2016, they have been growing hyper-local produce successfully just feet from where it's served. We interview key project stakeholders about the benefits of farming on campus, farm logistics, training, and management, and engaging students on campus.
We interviewed the farm operators and student farmers from Saint Joseph’s College in Maine! SJC’s farm doesn’t just supply the campus with fresh greens year-round … It’s also the backbone for several campus sustainability, student employment, and hands-on education initiatives.
Nonprofits
Interviews with organizations serving their missions using hydroponic farms.
Connecticut Foodshare, the state’s largest food bank, has transformed its ability to provide fresh, nutritious produce year-round through hydroponic farming with Freight Farms. By growing culturally relevant crops and addressing gaps left by traditional nonperishable food donations, Connecticut Foodshare ensures that the communities they serve receive high-quality, fresh food while maintaining a sustainable and efficient operation
Broadview Federal Credit Union in Albany, NY purchased not one, but four Freight Farms for their community. One resides at their headquarters, and the other three have been distributed to key nonprofit partners who are also tackling the issue of food insecurity in their area. PLUS hear from The Food Bank of Northeastern New York to discover how they are able to increase the variety and quality of their donated produce for community members in need.
Learn from the successes of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South in this webinar! Derek Heim, President & CEO of BGCMS, shares how they engaged the community and donors to create a thriving, sustainable farming program. Then, BGCMS staff give you concrete ideas of how a container farm can be turned into a curriculum (and send your imagination running with ideas for your own kids and classrooms).
Pillsbury United Communities in Minneapolis, MN, has spent over 140 years building a community ecosystem that provides the city's most diverse and neglected neighborhoods with food access. PUC uses food as the mechanism to address culture, education, health, policy, and justice. Their Freight Farm is integral to helping them serve their mission.
Freight Farming is an important piece of the programming at the Boys & Girls Club of Metro South. From enhancing existing programs to supporting and encouraging healthy habits, the container farms provide more than just fresh, hyper-local produce for Club members. Learn how they launched and crafted programming around their two Freight Farms.
Constance Collins and Jackie Roth from Lotus House in Miami, FL, join us to share how the nonprofit uses a Greenery container farm and an outdoor garden to teach residents about plants, ecosystems, nutrition, and healthful eating.
May is Mental Health Awareness month, so we spotlighted one of our many amazing nonprofit organizations that serves individuals facing mental health illnesses and provides opportunity and community through their program. Join Joesfina as she dives deeper into the Clubhouse, their community, and the meaningful work they are achieving.
Restaurants
Interviews with farmers providing restaurants with hyper-local food for their farm-to-table menus.
Most produce found in Turks & Caicos is imported — and extremely expensive. The chefs at Seven Stars Resort & Spa are changing that with ultra-high-quality produce grown right at the resort. We speak with Robin Janse, Director of Food and Beverage, and Executive Chef Edwin Gallardo from Seven Stars about their operation growing in a Freight Farm at an island resort.
Hear from Ryan McGann, the entrepreneur behind Cubic Acres Farm and the owner of not one, not two, but three Freight Farms! Ryan explains why he got three container farms and the operations behind his business. Don’t miss the valuable insight he shares into his success in forming partnerships with chefs or his strategies for building the business in a way that made the numbers work.
Hear how Thomas Smitherman and Aaron Dreilinger transitioned from successful careers in the restaurant industry into equally successful careers in hydroponic farming! Our webinar covers the delicate business of deciding what to grow for picky chefs, how the process of scaling creates opportunities to give back to the community, and just how their Miami-based business grew to six farms in just two years.
Located in Montgomery, Alabama, Owner Jud Blount and Executive Chef Eric Rivera of MGM Greens quickly saw the value in owning and operating two container farms for their hospitality group and local community. Together they explain how they are able to experiment with different crops to incorporate into their menu.
International Farmers
Interviews with container farmers from around the globe.
FutuFarm AB was started in 2016 by Harrie Rademaekers with the goal of finding “contemporary solutions for modern growers.” He then partnered with Freight Farms in 2020 to help support Freight Farmers overseas. Watch our conversation with Harrie as he discusses logistics and certification requirements with a focus on the EU, with Freight Farms Director of Sales Rick Trenchard.
Eeden Farms was started in 2017 with hopes to bring fresh, local produce to the Bahamas. The never-ending, always-increasing food imports bill played a role in bringing container farms to the island. By growing up and not out, Eeden Farms saves on land, reduces the use of water, and allows the island to become less reliant on imported foods. Watch our webinar with Lincoln and Latesha to learn more about Eeden Farms.
Mryianthi and her family founded HerbanLeaf Farms to address some of the issues Cyprus faces year round. Between a hot climate, water shortages, and poor-quality imported foods, the family's container farm allows them to provide fresh, local produce to their community while reducing the island's dependence on imported foods.
Technology
Hear from members of the Freight Farms team on our technology and how it works to create an incredibly productive, efficient growing platform.
Dave Harris, Freight Farms’ Director of Crop R&D, joins us to share his expertise in the world of vertical farming. Dave’s work at Freight Farms focuses on advancing vertical farming: increasing yields, flavor, the speed at which crops grow, and the varieties of crops you can grow in our container farms. In this webinar, he’ll do a deep dive on what his crop R&D looks like and share exciting progress.
Alissa Kelly, our Community & Training Manager, provides an in-depth tour of our HQ Greenery S! She covers everything from the basics behind controlled environment agriculture to what grows best within the 320 sq, ft. container. To wrap things up, Alissa will answer your questions during a live Q&A.
Dive deep into the technology that powers the Greenery S and makes it the ultimate growing platform! Over the course of six online events, we will showcase the fundamentals of the Greenery S design principles and the features that make it possible to control the air, light, water, and space in the farm.
Freight Farms team member Garrett live streams from inside our farm to take you through the ins and outs of all things water! You’ll gain a better understanding of how the Greenery™ uses two closed-loop hydroponic systems to re-use water, making it highly efficient. Garrett will take you through how hydroponic systems deliver nutrients to plants and how exactly you can measure their effectiveness.
Business & Operations
Webinars dedicated to advising prospective farmers on business and operations, to ensure their container farming ventures are successful.
Ready to take your next steps with your Freight Farms project but want to learn more about writing your business plan and finding financing? We’ve got you covered with our two-part virtual series! We cover what you need when building your business plan and how to navigate the farm financing waters.
Freight Farms team member Garrett live streams from inside our farm to take you through the ins and outs of all things water! You’ll gain a better understanding of how the Greenery™ uses two closed-loop hydroponic systems to re-use water, making it highly efficient. Garrett will take you through how hydroponic systems deliver nutrients to plants and how exactly you can measure their effectiveness.
In addition to successfully operating your farm, you need to develop a reliable client base if you want to have a prosperous business. During this webinar, Freight Farms’ Director of Marketing and Director of Sales walk you through how to develop a strong business plan based on three customer segments: restaurants, grocery stores, and direct-to-consumer.