GLASE Welcomes a New Premium Industry Member
We are excited to announce that Hydrofarm has joined the GLASE Consortium as a Premium Industry Member. As a member of the GLASE Industry Advisory Board (IAB), Hydrofarm accesses an array of exclusive benefits, including free educational short courses on the GLASE Library, exclusive networking opportunities at the GLASE Summit, and research and technology transfer with our member institutions like Cornell University in Ithaca, New York in the United States.
“Joining GLASE enables Hydrofarm to collaborate with industry leaders and access cutting-edge research that aligns with our mission to empower growers with efficient, high-quality solutions,” said Xander Yang, VP of Trade Marketing of Hydrofarm. “We’re excited to support advancements in greenhouse technology and sustainable CEA practices.”
To advance student research with high-performance horticultural LED lighting, Hydrofarm provided their PHOTOBIO LED Toplights to equip the Kenneth Post Lab greenhouse, one of Cornell University’s teaching and research greenhouses. This research greenhouse is home to Dr. Neil Mattson’s Hydroponic Food Crop Production and Management course.
“The lighting upgrade to our greenhouses ensures that our students learn and grow with the same tools used in the CEA industry. I’m really excited about the PHOTOBIO LED Toplights, which will not only enhance our students’ educational experience but also allows us to optimize crop yields and better prepare students for the challenges and opportunities of modern agriculture,” said Dr. Neil Mattson from Cornell University’s School of Integrative Plant Science, Horticulture Section.
The course introduces undergraduate students to the principles and practices of commercial hydroponic vegetable and herb production in controlled environment agriculture (CEA). Students gain hands-on experience growing crops such as leafy greens, herbs, and vine crops, including tomatoes and cucumbers.
Nicholas Kazmar, Research Support Specialist at Cornell University, adds, “We were able to replace our old HPS fixtures with the new PHOTOBIO LED Toplights in a 1:1 swap. The new fixtures use less energy and provide much higher light output.”
Cornell University Research Support Specialist Nicholas Kazmar (right) and Visiting Fellow Yuta Inoue (left) are seen here preparing for a day of installing new light fixtures.
About Hydrofarm
Hydrofarm is a leading distributor and manufacturer of controlled environment agriculture equipment and supplies, specializing in innovative solutions such as high-intensity grow lights, climate control systems, and growing media. Hydrofarm is dedicated to empowering growers, farmers, and cultivators, and GLASE is thrilled to have their 40+ years of experience on the Industry Advisory Board (IAB).
Join the GLASE Industry Advisory Board
If you have questions or are interested in learning more about GLASE, our Industry Advisory Board, or how to join our membership, please contact our team at glase@cornell.edu.
