ABOUT US

Growing Food and Futures in Urban Communities

Vertical Harvest energizes local food systems via hydroponic, vertical, controlled environmental agriculture (CEA) to deliver healthier food and futures. We work with communities to develop underutilized space in urban, underserved neighborhoods, grow “up” on a fraction of the land required by traditional agriculture, while using 85% less water to deliver our produce at peak flavor and nutrition, year-round.

We prioritize both our social impact and profitability, by leveraging a mix of public/private partnerships and operating with a customized, inclusive employment model currently focused on individuals with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. Additionally, we ensure each farm innovates at the intersection of climate, food accessibility and economic inclusivity to leverage food as a medium for change.

Our goal is to develop a network of farms that serve locally, support regionally and scale nationally to bring food production closer to home and keep local dollars in-community longer.

How do you define underserved communities?
By “underserved populations” we mean those who struggle to find meaningful work and upwardly mobile career opportunities. While the team in our flagship Jackson, Wyoming farm comprises community members with developmental disabilities (such as those with Autism and Down Syndrome), our model can work with other forgotten workforces, such as formerly incarcerated citizens and immigrants seeking asylum.
Why vertical farms vs traditional farms?
While we are not seeking to replace local organic farms, the reality of farming as a business is that it must evolve. And, not simply due to water and land shortages. The increasing frequency of natural disasters and the rising global temperature are putting outdoor agriculture productivity at risk. Vertical farming can contribute to reducing hunger in the future by ensuring a stable and constant supply of food that is not weather-dependent.
Why are you focusing on urban areas?
Urban areas lack the space needed for local communities to grow their own food. As a result, cities are the largest importers of food. By introducing viable methods to increase their internal food supply, vertical farming can help cities to reduce their negative impact on the environment and become more sustainable and self-sufficient. Vertical Harvest is a scalable Controlled Environment Agricultural (CEA) operation that can increase productivity and production on very small urban plots of land.
What makes Vertical Harvest a leader in the vertical farming industry?
Many of our competitors are building large, low-margin, mass-market farms outside of cities. By going tall, Vertical Harvest is building hyper-local, high-margin farms on less land in urban centers. Additionally, Vertical Harvest utilizes less energy than traditional vertical farming by using greenhouse methods and optimizing natural light. On top of that, we have:
• Proven experience: 6 years operating the FIRST vertical greenhouse in the US
• A diversified crop portfolio: adaptable to local market needs and demands
• Multi-channel sales: direct to consumer, wholesale, and food service
• Social impact focus: “Grow Well” employment model to address career development
Yeah, but is the produce tasty?
You bet! We grow mighty microgreens that pack an intense, concentrated flavor and a nutritional punch. Our fast-growing lettuces and greens taste exceptionally fresh as we can deliver them 365 days a year, farm to fork in 24 hours, at the peak of their nutritional and taste value.
How can I help?
We are so glad you asked! Discover how you can get involved here.

🧠 Mental Health Awareness Month | Healing Through Farming 🌿

At Vertical Harvest, we know that growth isn`t just physical—it`s personal, emotional, and communal. Our Grow Well model recognizes mental health as foundational to thriving lives and meaningful work.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we`re shining a light on how farming can be a path to healing:
🌱 Routine and responsibility create a sense of purpose
🌞 Living greens support mood and energy
🤝 Inclusive teams cultivate belonging and connection
🧘‍♀️ Mindful moments in the greenhouse promote calm and focus

Farming at Vertical Harvest isn`t just a job, it`s a journey toward wellness. For our team, healing grows here.

[Alternative text: Image 1: Vertical Harvest team members looking at microgreens trays].

#MentalHealthAwareness #GrowWell #HealingThroughFarming #VerticalFarming #WellbeingAtWork #InclusiveEmployment #GrowWithUs

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🧠 Mental Health Awareness Month | Healing Through Farming 🌿

At Vertical Harvest, we know that growth isn't just physical—it's personal, emotional, and communal. Our Grow Well model recognizes mental health as foundational to thriving lives and meaningful work.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're shining a light on how farming can be a path to healing:
🌱 Routine and responsibility create a sense of purpose
🌞 Living greens support mood and energy
🤝 Inclusive teams cultivate belonging and connection
🧘‍♀️ Mindful moments in the greenhouse promote calm and focus

Farming at Vertical Harvest isn't just a job, it's a journey toward wellness. For our team, healing grows here.

[Alternative text: Image 1: Vertical Harvest team members looking at microgreens trays].

#MentalHealthAwareness #GrowWell #HealingThroughFarming #VerticalFarming #WellbeingAtWork #InclusiveEmployment #GrowWithUs

🌱 Microgreens in the Wild! 🌱
From Jackson to Maine, our local culinary friends have been loving our microgreens!

At recent events like the Farm to Institution Summit (@farm2inst), our microgreen table had a line of fans… some even asked if they could take extras home! 🥹💚

So what do you do when you’ve got leftover VH microgreens? You share them—and feed your friends and family, of course.

🍣 Chef Ian @ianpaulandcrazypony from SoPo Seafood (@soposeafood) whipped up seared salmon with a miso-ginger glaze, topped with snappy sorrel microgreens, plus Dijon potatoes with a balsamic glaze and miso mayo dipping sauce. YES, PLEASE.

🍕 Lindsay’s spread? A vibrant salad made with our salad blend topped with peazies and a side of potstickers—and a dreamy white pizza with curried chicken, roasted root veggies, and a sprinkle of micro heat microgreens for that perfect kick.

🌱 Our friend Louis Pickens of @blackbettysbistro used VH microgreens to garnish several delicious dishes!

From our farms to your tables—this is the magic of local food and local love. 🌿

#VerticalHarvest #Microgreens #FarmToInstitution #LocallyGrown #InclusiveEmployment #SoPoSeafood #JacksonWY #MaineEats #EatLocal #GrowGoodThings

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🌱 Microgreens in the Wild! 🌱
From Jackson to Maine, our local culinary friends have been loving our microgreens!

At recent events like the Farm to Institution Summit (@farm2inst), our microgreen table had a line of fans… some even asked if they could take extras home! 🥹💚

So what do you do when you’ve got leftover VH microgreens? You share them—and feed your friends and family, of course.

🍣 Chef Ian @ianpaulandcrazypony from SoPo Seafood (@soposeafood) whipped up seared salmon with a miso-ginger glaze, topped with snappy sorrel microgreens, plus Dijon potatoes with a balsamic glaze and miso mayo dipping sauce. YES, PLEASE.

🍕 Lindsay’s spread? A vibrant salad made with our salad blend topped with peazies and a side of potstickers—and a dreamy white pizza with curried chicken, roasted root veggies, and a sprinkle of micro heat microgreens for that perfect kick.

🌱 Our friend Louis Pickens of @blackbettysbistro used VH microgreens to garnish several delicious dishes!

From our farms to your tables—this is the magic of local food and local love. 🌿

#VerticalHarvest #Microgreens #FarmToInstitution #LocallyGrown #InclusiveEmployment #SoPoSeafood #JacksonWY #MaineEats #EatLocal #GrowGoodThings

📅 April 28 | World Day for Safety and Health at Work

At Vertical Harvest, we believe that how we grow matters just as much as what we grow. On this World Day for Safety and Health at Work, we`re proud to spotlight the care, commitment, and community that power our farms every single day. 🌱

Our farm is more than a workplace—it’s a place of purpose.
As a company grounded in equity and inclusion, we design our systems with the whole person in mind. From adjustable workspaces and customized training to team huddles that center communication and mental well-being, we foster an environment where everyone—of all abilities—can thrive.

Safety and health aren’t just checkboxes—they’re core to our model of sustainable growth.
We view safety as shared responsibility and mutual respect—ensuring that each person working at our farms has the tools, knowledge, and support they need to do their job with confidence and care. Because when we invest in people, we grow stronger communities and more resilient food systems.

Inclusive hiring is just the beginning.
We’re building new systems from the ground up—where health, safety, and equity go hand in hand. Because the future of farming should be as nourishing for people as it is for the planet.

💚 Today and every day, we recognize the importance of protecting and empowering our workforce—especially those too often left out of the labor conversation.

@carolinecroftestay @verticalnona

[Alternative text: Image 1: Poster for World Day of Health and Safety at Work; Image 2: Caroline and Nona wearing hardhats and vests].

#WorldDayForSafetyAndHealthAtWork #VerticalHarvest #PeopleFirst #WorkplaceWellbeing #EquityInEmployment #InclusiveWorkplace #HydroponicFarming #GrowWell #UrbanFarming #FutureOfWork #PurposeDriven

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📅 April 28 | World Day for Safety and Health at Work

At Vertical Harvest, we believe that how we grow matters just as much as what we grow. On this World Day for Safety and Health at Work, we're proud to spotlight the care, commitment, and community that power our farms every single day. 🌱

Our farm is more than a workplace—it’s a place of purpose.
As a company grounded in equity and inclusion, we design our systems with the whole person in mind. From adjustable workspaces and customized training to team huddles that center communication and mental well-being, we foster an environment where everyone—of all abilities—can thrive.

Safety and health aren’t just checkboxes—they’re core to our model of sustainable growth.
We view safety as shared responsibility and mutual respect—ensuring that each person working at our farms has the tools, knowledge, and support they need to do their job with confidence and care. Because when we invest in people, we grow stronger communities and more resilient food systems.

Inclusive hiring is just the beginning.
We’re building new systems from the ground up—where health, safety, and equity go hand in hand. Because the future of farming should be as nourishing for people as it is for the planet.

💚 Today and every day, we recognize the importance of protecting and empowering our workforce—especially those too often left out of the labor conversation.

@carolinecroftestay @verticalnona

[Alternative text: Image 1: Poster for World Day of Health and Safety at Work; Image 2: Caroline and Nona wearing hardhats and vests].

#WorldDayForSafetyAndHealthAtWork #VerticalHarvest #PeopleFirst #WorkplaceWellbeing #EquityInEmployment #InclusiveWorkplace #HydroponicFarming #GrowWell #UrbanFarming #FutureOfWork #PurposeDriven

"For me and the team, Vertical Harvest was an effort to ask, `Could a farm become a critical piece of civic infrastructure? Could its scale solve some of the problems we see in our communities—not only providing healthy, nutritious food but also creating a climate-resilient response?`"

In a recent interview with CEAg Talks, Vertical Harvest CEO Nona Yehia (@verticalnona) how we`re bringing sustainable agriculture and inclusive employment opportunities to the Pine Tree State with Vertical Harvest Maine. Watch Nona`s full interview to learn more: 🔗 Link in bio!

Thank you @ceag_world for the great discussion!

#VerticalHarvest #MaineExpansion #SustainableFarming #InclusiveEmployment #GrowFoodGrowFutures #Sustainability

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"For me and the team, Vertical Harvest was an effort to ask, 'Could a farm become a critical piece of civic infrastructure? Could its scale solve some of the problems we see in our communities—not only providing healthy, nutritious food but also creating a climate-resilient response?'"

In a recent interview with CEAg Talks, Vertical Harvest CEO Nona Yehia (@verticalnona) how we're bringing sustainable agriculture and inclusive employment opportunities to the Pine Tree State with Vertical Harvest Maine. Watch Nona's full interview to learn more: 🔗 Link in bio!

Thank you @ceag_world for the great discussion!

#VerticalHarvest #MaineExpansion #SustainableFarming #InclusiveEmployment #GrowFoodGrowFutures #Sustainability

WOW. What a week. 🌱💚

Over five incredible days, we held 70 interviews with amazing, passionate job seekers — with and without disabilities — who are excited about the chance to grow food and community here at Vertical Harvest Maine. 🥬✨

Some folks have been following our journey for years, and getting to meet them face-to-face was a powerful reminder of why we do this work.

Caroline (@carolinecroftestay) and Lindsay are feeling that good kind of exhaustion — the kind that comes from connecting with people who want to help build something meaningful. 🙌

Hiring decisions and next steps will be shared in early May, and we’re so grateful to everyone who showed up, shared their stories, and brought their energy to the farm. 💚

Thank you again to Hospitality Maine (@hospitalitymaine) for having us and @enidarvelo for these sweet shots! 📸

#HiringWithHeart #InclusiveEmployment #GrowWithUs #VerticalHarvestMaine #FutureOfFarming #DisabilityInclusion #UrbanFarming

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WOW. What a week. 🌱💚

Over five incredible days, we held 70 interviews with amazing, passionate job seekers — with and without disabilities — who are excited about the chance to grow food and community here at Vertical Harvest Maine. 🥬✨

Some folks have been following our journey for years, and getting to meet them face-to-face was a powerful reminder of why we do this work.

Caroline (@carolinecroftestay) and Lindsay are feeling that good kind of exhaustion — the kind that comes from connecting with people who want to help build something meaningful. 🙌

Hiring decisions and next steps will be shared in early May, and we’re so grateful to everyone who showed up, shared their stories, and brought their energy to the farm. 💚

Thank you again to Hospitality Maine (@hospitalitymaine) for having us and @enidarvelo for these sweet shots! 📸

#HiringWithHeart #InclusiveEmployment #GrowWithUs #VerticalHarvestMaine #FutureOfFarming #DisabilityInclusion #UrbanFarming

🌍 Happy Earth Day from Vertical Harvest! 🌱

If you want to understand on a deeper level how our approach to farming helps Mother Earth, SPONSOR A TRAY and get access to exclusive content to learn how we…

💧 We grow more with less — using 90% less water than traditional farming

🚛 We grow close to home — reducing food miles and emissions

🌱 We grow for good — building a future where everyone has a seat at the table

At Vertical Harvest, sustainability isn’t just a practice — it’s who we are. From growing fresh, local produce year-round in the heart of the city to creating meaningful, inclusive jobs in our community, we’re reimagining what it means to nourish people and the planet.

This Earth Day, we’re celebrating the everyday impact of urban farming. Because when sustainability is in your roots, every day is Earth Day. 💚

Seen here: VH`s Caroline Croft Estay @carolinecroftestay brand new grow trays!

#EarthDayEveryDay #SustainabilityInOurRoots #VerticalHarvest #GrowForGood #UrbanFarming #ClimateSmartFarming #HydroponicFarming #InclusiveEmployment #GreenFuture

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🚨 BIG NEWS ALERT! 🚨

We’re officially making headlines! 📰✨

Huge thanks to @newscentermaine and David Guildford (@guildford56) for shining a light on all the progress we’ve made toward getting Vertical Harvest Maine up and running.

From cutting-edge hydroponic farming to inclusive employment, this story captures the heart of our mission: growing food and futures. 🌱❤️

🎥 Don’t miss the full feature with @nonayehia—this is what innovation looks like: 🔗 Link in bio!
And don’t miss out on the SPONSOR A TRAY opportunity!

Let’s go, Westbrook!!! 🙌

#VerticalHarvest #WestbrookMaine #FutureOfFarming #Hydroponics #FoodJustice #DisabilityInclusion #UrbanFarming #MaineNews #GrowWithUs

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🚨 BIG NEWS ALERT! 🚨

We’re officially making headlines! 📰✨

Huge thanks to @newscentermaine and David Guildford (@guildford56) for shining a light on all the progress we’ve made toward getting Vertical Harvest Maine up and running.

From cutting-edge hydroponic farming to inclusive employment, this story captures the heart of our mission: growing food and futures. 🌱❤️

🎥 Don’t miss the full feature with @nonayehia—this is what innovation looks like: 🔗 Link in bio!
And don’t miss out on the SPONSOR A TRAY opportunity!

Let’s go, Westbrook!!! 🙌

#VerticalHarvest #WestbrookMaine #FutureOfFarming #Hydroponics #FoodJustice #DisabilityInclusion #UrbanFarming #MaineNews #GrowWithUs

🌱 Greenie of the Month: Kevin Crow! 🌱

As we gear up to celebrate Earth Day, we`re shining a light on the people who make Vertical Harvest thrive—starting with our Greenie of the Month for March: Kevin Crow, Packaging Associate!

Kevin is a Packaging Associate who brings dedication, heart, and hustle to every shift. He’s known for jumping into new challenges with enthusiasm, mastering tasks like the harvester with speed and a smile. 🌿

Here’s what his teammates had to say:
✨ "Kevin is very productive. He can get things done, and he`s also efficient."
✨ "His positive attitude and constant smile bring so much light to our team."
✨ "I like working with Kevin every day. He has a nice smile when I say good morning. We get along great and I like him as my helper."

Kevin, thank you for growing greatness with us. Your commitment and energy inspire us every day. 💚
#GreenieOfTheMonth #EarthDayEveryDay #TeamVerticalHarvest #InclusiveEmployment #PeopleFirstFarming #UrbanFarming #GrowWithUs

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🌱 Greenie of the Month: Kevin Crow! 🌱

As we gear up to celebrate Earth Day, we're shining a light on the people who make Vertical Harvest thrive—starting with our Greenie of the Month for March: Kevin Crow, Packaging Associate!

Kevin is a Packaging Associate who brings dedication, heart, and hustle to every shift. He’s known for jumping into new challenges with enthusiasm, mastering tasks like the harvester with speed and a smile. 🌿

Here’s what his teammates had to say:
✨ "Kevin is very productive. He can get things done, and he's also efficient."
✨ "His positive attitude and constant smile bring so much light to our team."
✨ "I like working with Kevin every day. He has a nice smile when I say good morning. We get along great and I like him as my helper."

Kevin, thank you for growing greatness with us. Your commitment and energy inspire us every day. 💚
#GreenieOfTheMonth #EarthDayEveryDay #TeamVerticalHarvest #InclusiveEmployment #PeopleFirstFarming #UrbanFarming #GrowWithUs

Outside of Vertical Harvest, our amazing teammate Johnny Fifles is also a DJ on @kholjh — Jackson’s community radio station! TODAY and Every Friday from 12:00–12:30 PM MT, he brings his signature vibe to the airwaves with his very own show. Sometimes we even get to join him live on air, and he’s always shouting out his VH family. 💚

We’re thrilled to see him pursuing his passions both at work and in the community — celebrating individuality, creativity, and inclusion. 💥

(And fun fact: VH’s own Nona once DJ`d at KHOL too!) 🎶

Tune in and support Johnny here 👉 https://loom.ly/VfLPe34

#GrowWell #DoWell #InclusionInAction #VerticalHarvest #EmployeeSpotlight #DisabilityEmployment #LocalLegends #KHOLRadio

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Outside of Vertical Harvest, our amazing teammate Johnny Fifles is also a DJ on @kholjh — Jackson’s community radio station! TODAY and Every Friday from 12:00–12:30 PM MT, he brings his signature vibe to the airwaves with his very own show. Sometimes we even get to join him live on air, and he’s always shouting out his VH family. 💚

We’re thrilled to see him pursuing his passions both at work and in the community — celebrating individuality, creativity, and inclusion. 💥

(And fun fact: VH’s own Nona once DJ'd at KHOL too!) 🎶

Tune in and support Johnny here 👉 https://loom.ly/VfLPe34

#GrowWell #DoWell #InclusionInAction #VerticalHarvest #EmployeeSpotlight #DisabilityEmployment #LocalLegends #KHOLRadio

🌱 Sponsor a Tray. Grow Something Bigger.

Introducing our Tray Sponsorship Program!
As we get ready to “turn on” our new farm in Westbrook, ME we want to offer unique look into how we’re scaling our unique approach to inclusive farming. And our trays are the perfect vehicle!

Each tray delivers hydroponic tech + AI—but its true value lies in empowering our farmers and feeding our communities.

For the first time ever, you can follow one of our 50,000 trays into our story to....

📲 Get exclusive behind-the-scenes updates
🌿 Meet the farmers interacting with your tray
🍅 See what’s being grown
📦 Learn where your food goes

This is next-gen farming, powered by people, purpose, and YOU.

👉 Swipe to learn how YOU can sponsor a tray today
🔗 Visit the link in bio or www.verticalharvestfarms.com to get started

Let’s grow something amazing—together.

#VerticalHarvest #SustainableFarming #InclusiveEmployment #TraySponsorship #WestbrookME #ControlledEnvironmentAgriculture #FoodForGood #NBC #FarmFresh #ImpactFarming

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🌱 Sponsor a Tray. Grow Something Bigger.

Introducing our Tray Sponsorship Program!
As we get ready to “turn on” our new farm in Westbrook, ME we want to offer unique look into how we’re scaling our unique approach to inclusive farming. And our trays are the perfect vehicle!

Each tray delivers hydroponic tech + AI—but its true value lies in empowering our farmers and feeding our communities.

For the first time ever, you can follow one of our 50,000 trays into our story to....

📲 Get exclusive behind-the-scenes updates
🌿 Meet the farmers interacting with your tray
🍅 See what’s being grown
📦 Learn where your food goes

This is next-gen farming, powered by people, purpose, and YOU.

👉 Swipe to learn how YOU can sponsor a tray today
🔗 Visit the link in bio or www.verticalharvestfarms.com to get started

Let’s grow something amazing—together.

#VerticalHarvest #SustainableFarming #InclusiveEmployment #TraySponsorship #WestbrookME #ControlledEnvironmentAgriculture #FoodForGood #NBC #FarmFresh #ImpactFarming

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ABOUT US

Growing Food and Futures in Urban Communities

How do you define underserved communities?

Why vertical farms vs traditional farms?

Why are you focusing on urban areas?

What makes Vertical Harvest a leader in the vertical farming industry?

Yeah, but is the produce tasty?

How can I help?

Join our mailing list and never miss an update!