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Wednesday, June 26
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of IGE-Hydrofarm Commercial Division’s cutting-edge factory in Sycamore, Illinois. An opportunity to witness innovation in action and the pioneering facilities to manufacture equipment and hardware to improve outcomes in vertical farms and greenhouses in North America.
Led by the expert teams at IGE-Hydrofarm Commercial Division and LettUs Grow, this tour offers invaluable insights into the latest production technologies for indoor farming equipment, as well as cutting edge developments in growing techniques for indoor agriculture and provides an exciting opportunity to network with industry peers.
Add the tour to your summit pass for $295. Registration includes travel and refreshments.
Get in touch with Sophie Ruffett if you wish to upgrade your current registration to include the tour.
Tour Itinerary
8:00am – Meet in Chicago Marriott Marquis Hotel Lobby
8:15am – Travel to Sycamore
9:45am – Arrive at IGE-Hydrofarm Facility
Refreshments on arrival.
10:00am – Overview of IGE-Hydrofarm and the Factory
10:15am – Facility Tour
Part 1 – Factory tour
Showing lighting department, robotics area and fabrication stations.
Part 2 – Workshop-style session
Focused on LettUs Grow’s ground-breaking aeroponic rolling bench technology.
Part 3 – Growtainer tour
Tour of a functioning example and discussion around container farming.
12.45pm – Wrap Up & Depart for Marriott Marquis Chicago
(ETA 1:30pm)
Considerations:
- Delegates should dress appropriately for the site tour.
- Closed-toe flat shoes are mandatory
- Hydrofarm will provide safety goggles where necessary