Tools, Tech, and Trends Shaping the Future of the Horticulture Supply Chain

The innovations, logistics tools, and technology shifts of today are making their impact felt on the supply chain in virtually every industry.

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During a session at Greenhouse Grower’s GROW Executive Summit, which takes placed Nov. 30-Dec. 2 in Ft. McDowell, AZ, Ryan Douglas of Ryan Douglas Cultivation will break down the developments happening beyond the greenhouse market that you can put to work at your operation to gain efficiencies in your own supply chain.

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Douglas has worked in commercial horticulture for 25 years and currently specializes in licensed cannabis start-ups. Before entering the cannabis industry, Ryan spent 15 years as a commercial greenhouse grower of ornamental and edible crops, growing up to 600,000 plants annually.

“Controlled-environment agriculture is just as susceptible to supply chain disruptions as any other industry,” Douglas says. “Recent events have demonstrated that anything from COVID-19 lockdowns to container ships stuck in the Panama Canal can mean severe ramifications here at home. Staying up to date — or better yet, ahead — of supply chain trends can help growers navigate supply challenges and ensure the future viability of their business.”

Douglas says attendees can expect three takeaways from his presentation:

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  • Why it’s important to look beyond the greenhouse for supply chain solutions
  • What new trends are shaping the future of supply chain management
  • What new logistics tools or tech hold the most promise for horticultural businesses?

“After 20 years as a head grower, I now have an opportunity to share with others the valuable lessons that I learned during my growing career,” Douglas says. “Through site visits, speaking events, and writing for industry publications, I can transfer knowledge and provide solutions to problems that I previously experienced myself. Growing flowers, vegetables, and cannabis on a commercial scale have provided me with a rich tool chest of experiences that I can use to advise my clients and help them run more efficient and profitable cultivation sites.”

To register, go to GrowExecutiveSummit.com.

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