Key Takeaways:
- Canobi.ONE partners with MCH, a Montreal-based modular building company, to create drop-N-gro, an advanced modular indoor farm.
- The collaboration aims to offer a sustainable, complete, turnkey solution for indoor farming.
- drop-N-gro includes eco-friendly construction materials and a hermetically sealed design for resilience against extreme conditions.
- Two growing options are provided, both powered by Canobi.One’s technology.
- The product simplifies delivery and set-up, offering global shipping and easy installation.
The agricultural technology sector welcomes a new modular indoor farm called drop-N-gro, developed through a partnership between Canobi.ONE and MCH, renowned Montreal-based modular building companies.
Design and Sustainability
MCH, with its expertise in eco-friendly prefabricated modular steel buildings, has brought its extensive experience to the table. The drop-N-gro’s design features partly recycled steel, walls, and floor panels made from recycled plastic bottles. This hermetically sealed and insulated construction makes the unit resilient against various environmental challenges.
Comprehensive Solution
Robin Vincent, CEO of Canobi AgTech, outlines the comprehensive nature of drop-N-gro, addressing common failures in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) systems. The solution covers everything from pre-processing and training to back-office software tools, making it an all-inclusive option for indoor agriculture.
Technology and Options
Powered by Canobi.One, drop-N-gro offers two growing options:
- A complete vertical grow system with Canobi’s SmartDose dosing system, automation sensors, power, lighting, HVAC, and business tools.
- A flexible option compatible with various growing systems, including deep water and vertical systems, also incorporating Canobi’s technology.
Global Reach and Accessibility
Emphasizing convenience, drop-N-gro can be shipped globally and installed quickly, thanks to MCH’s universal anchoring system. This approach ensures that fresh, healthy food can be grown anywhere, under any conditions.
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