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This Year I am Thankful For…..

We asked our farmers what they are thankful for this year, here is what they had to say... Thibaud Sanchez, VH Associate I am thankful for being self-educated and having coworkers that are kind Betsy Grande, VH Job Support I…

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Welcome to Vertical Harvest Farms: Interview with New Employees!

Samara Flug My name is Samara Flug. I am the Director of Business Operations at Vertical Harvest, in Jackson. This role is responsible for building cross-functional processes, strategy, and structure to help increase overall efficiency,…

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Celebrating Women’s History Month

As a company founded by three women, we have been breaking gender norms from the start. We engrain our culture with women empowerment, equal rights, and education around the history of gender-inequality in business. We’re…

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2021 Greatest Hits

It’s the end of the year and we have so much to be grateful for at Vertical Harvest. It’s also a year where we grew as much as the plants in the greenhouse! Here are some of our greatest hits for 2021… Fast Company “World…

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Top 10 Sustainable Gifts We’re Giving This Holiday

The holidays can be the most wonderful (and wasteful) time of the year. Americans throw away 25% more trash during the Thanksgiving to New Year's holiday period than any other time of year. The extra waste amounts to 25 million…

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Teton Adaptive Sports X Vertical Harvest Farms Interview

Summary / Intro Vertical Harvest’s Nikki Thompson [Grow Well Associate] and Teton Adaptive Sports’ Joe Stone [Director of Mission] are advocates for disability rights in our community. But their cause extends beyond just…

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Vertical Harvest Land Acknowledgement (Jackson, WY)

We at Vertical Harvest recognize and honor the original Indigenous Peoples of the land that we are now living and working on. The land on which this building stands is part of the ancient homeland and traditional hunting, gathering and ceremonial…

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Eat Local This Thanksgiving

Eat Local This Thanksgiving Farmers across Wyoming and Idaho partner up to bring fresh farm food to your Thanksgiving table. In Jackson Hole, Wyoming we endure long, hard winters, and while there are a lot of things we…

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Rediscovering Joy at Work

The pandemic brought an unimaginable amount of emotions and uncertainty into our homes. Across all industries employees reported feeling burned out from the stress of their jobs and bored by the monotonous structure. “Many of us…

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Farm Share | Calendar of Greens

Dear Farm Share Customers, We are so thankful for your support of our farm and our mission. We have created this calendar as a guide for you to reference to plan your at-home meals around your weekly fresh produce. Please understand…

Expansion Update

Welcome Todd Hanna!

Vertical Harvest Farms Appoints Todd P. Hanna as Chief Operations Officer to Lead Continued U.S. Growth and Profitability Vertical Harvest Farms Poised to Scale Its Grow Well Model for Food and Futures Jackson Hole, WY (September…

Vertical Farming 2.0: Smarter, leaner, and more impactful. 🌱

As the vertical farming industry matures, so do the systems that power it. Our Head of Farm Technology & Systems, Arik Griffin, recently spoke with our partners at Thrive Agritech (@thriveagritech) about what it takes to build the next generation of smart, scalable farms.

In the conversation, Arik shares how Vertical Farming 2.0 is defined by:
✅ Operational efficiency
✅ Profitable, data-driven systems
✅ Refined processes that scale impact
✅ Innovation that strengthens the food system

This is Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) with purpose. It`s designed to deliver real returns while moving the needle on the future of food.

#VerticalHarvest #VerticalFarming #CEA #AgTech #SmartFarming #FutureOfFood #SustainableAg #FoodSystemInnovation #ControlledEnvironmentAgriculture

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Vertical Farming 2.0: Smarter, leaner, and more impactful. 🌱

As the vertical farming industry matures, so do the systems that power it. Our Head of Farm Technology & Systems, Arik Griffin, recently spoke with our partners at Thrive Agritech (@thriveagritech) about what it takes to build the next generation of smart, scalable farms.

In the conversation, Arik shares how Vertical Farming 2.0 is defined by:
✅ Operational efficiency
✅ Profitable, data-driven systems
✅ Refined processes that scale impact
✅ Innovation that strengthens the food system

This is Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) with purpose. It's designed to deliver real returns while moving the needle on the future of food.

#VerticalHarvest #VerticalFarming #CEA #AgTech #SmartFarming #FutureOfFood #SustainableAg #FoodSystemInnovation #ControlledEnvironmentAgriculture

🌆 Featured in the Washington Post!

“We’re building a local food system,” says our co-founder and CEO, Nona Yehia (@verticalnona), in our latest Washington Post feature. 📰🌱

What we’re creating in Westbrook, ME shows that inclusive, hyperlocal farming can spark real change—revitalizing cities, creating jobs, and increasing access to fresh food.

As Nona puts it: “We hope this model we`re building in Maine will be in cities across the United States.”

📲 Read more at the link in bio.
This is how we grow the future. Together.

#VerticalHarvest #WashingtonPost #LocalFoodSystem #CEA #FoodEquity #UrbanFarming #HyperlocalFood #FarmingForTheFuture #InclusiveEmployment #SustainableCities

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🌆 Featured in the Washington Post!

“We’re building a local food system,” says our co-founder and CEO, Nona Yehia (@verticalnona), in our latest Washington Post feature. 📰🌱

What we’re creating in Westbrook, ME shows that inclusive, hyperlocal farming can spark real change—revitalizing cities, creating jobs, and increasing access to fresh food.

As Nona puts it: “We hope this model we're building in Maine will be in cities across the United States.”

📲 Read more at the link in bio.
This is how we grow the future. Together.

#VerticalHarvest #WashingtonPost #LocalFoodSystem #CEA #FoodEquity #UrbanFarming #HyperlocalFood #FarmingForTheFuture #InclusiveEmployment #SustainableCities

📣 Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). And a great reminder that accessibility isn’t a checkbox, it’s a commitment to equity, dignity, and inclusion.

🌱 Why should every business bring in the Disability Community to view a worksite through the lens of accommodations and accessibility?

Because it changes everything.

Recently, at Vertical Harvest Maine, we invited a group of experts — including ADA specialists, Disability Rights advocates, employment support reps, and most importantly, individuals with lived disability experience — to tour our new farm and offer feedback on how we could increase accessibility in our workspace. @disabilityrightsmaine

What did we learn?
So much.
And that we should have done this even sooner.

Seen here: our new accessibility ramp at Vertical Harvest Maine!

Inclusion at all levels of a project is essential. There are countless considerations that non-disabled individuals might overlook when designing for accessibility. What we gained wasn’t just insights — we gained community.

To other businesses: Don’t avoid this process out of fear of getting it wrong. Be humble. Be open. Instead of worrying about what you missed, get to work making it better. That’s how growth happens.

Stay tuned to learn more (more learnings in the coming months)!

#GAAD2025 #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityInclusion #InclusiveDesign #VerticalHarvest #BuiltForEveryone #MaineFarm #CommunityDriven #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

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📣 Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). And a great reminder that accessibility isn’t a checkbox, it’s a commitment to equity, dignity, and inclusion.

🌱 Why should every business bring in the Disability Community to view a worksite through the lens of accommodations and accessibility?

Because it changes everything.

Recently, at Vertical Harvest Maine, we invited a group of experts — including ADA specialists, Disability Rights advocates, employment support reps, and most importantly, individuals with lived disability experience — to tour our new farm and offer feedback on how we could increase accessibility in our workspace. @disabilityrightsmaine

What did we learn?
So much.
And that we should have done this even sooner.

Seen here: our new accessibility ramp at Vertical Harvest Maine!

Inclusion at all levels of a project is essential. There are countless considerations that non-disabled individuals might overlook when designing for accessibility. What we gained wasn’t just insights — we gained community.

To other businesses: Don’t avoid this process out of fear of getting it wrong. Be humble. Be open. Instead of worrying about what you missed, get to work making it better. That’s how growth happens.

Stay tuned to learn more (more learnings in the coming months)!

#GAAD2025 #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityInclusion #InclusiveDesign #VerticalHarvest #BuiltForEveryone #MaineFarm #CommunityDriven #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

🌱 Another big story in Mainebiz!

Hot on the heels of our Washington Post feature, we`re honored to be spotlighted in another major story—this time by @Mainebiz!

The article highlights how our Jackson, Wyoming and Westbrook, Maine facilities are creating inclusive employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. By leveraging technology like Zoom and Google Chat, and tailoring training to diverse learning styles, we`re breaking down barriers to entry and fostering a workforce that reflects the richness of our community.

Co-founder and CEO Nona Yehia (@verticalnona) shares, “First and foremost, this is about smart business. We know that companies that embrace inclusive hiring gain access to a highly motivated, untapped talent pool made of the right people who bring problem solving skills, dedication, and fresh perspectives. We’re addressing this critical national labor issue."

Discover how we`re bridging the gap between workforce shortages and untapped talent pools: Click the link in bio! 🔗

#InclusiveHiring #VerticalFarming #DisabilityEmployment #SmartBusiness #VerticalHarvest

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🌱 Another big story in Mainebiz!

Hot on the heels of our Washington Post feature, we're honored to be spotlighted in another major story—this time by @Mainebiz!

The article highlights how our Jackson, Wyoming and Westbrook, Maine facilities are creating inclusive employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. By leveraging technology like Zoom and Google Chat, and tailoring training to diverse learning styles, we're breaking down barriers to entry and fostering a workforce that reflects the richness of our community.

Co-founder and CEO Nona Yehia (@verticalnona) shares, “First and foremost, this is about smart business. We know that companies that embrace inclusive hiring gain access to a highly motivated, untapped talent pool made of the right people who bring problem solving skills, dedication, and fresh perspectives. We’re addressing this critical national labor issue."

Discover how we're bridging the gap between workforce shortages and untapped talent pools: Click the link in bio! 🔗

#InclusiveHiring #VerticalFarming #DisabilityEmployment #SmartBusiness #VerticalHarvest

🌱 Featured in the Washington Post!

Today is a great day! We woke up to AN AWESOME STORY that reflects our mission.

The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) ran a story about how “We’re now in vertical farming 2.0,” says Nona Yehia, our co-founder and CEO. 🥬 🥬 🥬 @verticalnona

The piece goes on to characterize the current shift in our industry and the next generation of vertical farms as solving challenges that the big tech, highly capitalized players could not. We`re excited to see the dialog evolve into what we`ve known from firsthand experience, that hyperlocal and regionally-focused vertical farming is better equipped to help revive urban areas and solve food insecurity. THIS IS THE FUTURE OF VERTICAL FARMING.

#CEA #VerticalFarming #VerticalHarvest #FutureOfFarming #HyperlocalFood #FoodFutures #SustainableCities

🔗 Link in bio for the full story!

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🌱 Featured in the Washington Post!

Today is a great day! We woke up to AN AWESOME STORY that reflects our mission.

The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) ran a story about how “We’re now in vertical farming 2.0,” says Nona Yehia, our co-founder and CEO. 🥬 🥬 🥬 @verticalnona

The piece goes on to characterize the current shift in our industry and the next generation of vertical farms as solving challenges that the big tech, highly capitalized players could not. We're excited to see the dialog evolve into what we've known from firsthand experience, that hyperlocal and regionally-focused vertical farming is better equipped to help revive urban areas and solve food insecurity. THIS IS THE FUTURE OF VERTICAL FARMING.

#CEA #VerticalFarming #VerticalHarvest #FutureOfFarming #HyperlocalFood #FoodFutures #SustainableCities

🔗 Link in bio for the full story!

🌱 Today is International Day of Plant Health! 🌍✨

At Vertical Harvest, healthy plants are just the beginning. Our farm was built to evolve—with changing tastes, climates, and communities.

🎥 In this video, our Head of Farm Technology & Systems, Arik Griffin, speaks with our tech partner, Thrive Agritech, about how our racked-and-stacked hydroponic design allows us to grow local greens year-round—bursting with flavor and texture you just can’t get from field-grown produce.

This flexible, tech-enabled approach to farming helps us:
✅ Maximize flavor and freshness
✅ Respond to market demand
✅ Build climate resilience
✅ Support economic inclusion and nutrition security

Big thanks to @thriveagritech for helping us share our story and our mission to grow food with purpose. 💚

#InternationalDayOfPlantHealth #SmartFarming #VerticalFarming #FoodSystemInnovation #UrbanAgriculture #Hydroponics #GrowWithPurpose #ThriveAgritech

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🌱 Today is International Day of Plant Health! 🌍✨

At Vertical Harvest, healthy plants are just the beginning. Our farm was built to evolve—with changing tastes, climates, and communities.

🎥 In this video, our Head of Farm Technology & Systems, Arik Griffin, speaks with our tech partner, Thrive Agritech, about how our racked-and-stacked hydroponic design allows us to grow local greens year-round—bursting with flavor and texture you just can’t get from field-grown produce.

This flexible, tech-enabled approach to farming helps us:
✅ Maximize flavor and freshness
✅ Respond to market demand
✅ Build climate resilience
✅ Support economic inclusion and nutrition security

Big thanks to @thriveagritech for helping us share our story and our mission to grow food with purpose. 💚

#InternationalDayOfPlantHealth #SmartFarming #VerticalFarming #FoodSystemInnovation #UrbanAgriculture #Hydroponics #GrowWithPurpose #ThriveAgritech

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day from Vertical Harvest! 🌸

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating every kind of mom — whether you’re a mom yourself, thinking about how much you appreciate your own, or you’re a mother to a movement like our own Nona Yehia and Caroline Croft Estay. At Vertical Harvest, we honor the spirit of motherhood: believing in something so deeply that you pour your heart and soul into helping it grow — whether that’s people, plants, or progress.

And let’s be real — moms everywhere want you to eat your greens! 🥬 We’re hellbent on healthy, and we grow produce that fuels families, feeds futures, and makes moms proud.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to show love this Mother’s Day? Sponsor a Tray in her honor — it’s a small act with big impact, supporting economic inclusivity, climate resilience, and nutrition security.

And because every mom deserves something fresh: stay tuned for our limited-edition tote drop — coming soon. 💚

#MothersDay #MotherToAMovement #EatYourGreens #SponsorATray #GrowWell #VerticalHarvest #HellbentOnHealthy #InclusiveImpact #ToteDrop

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🌸 Happy Mother’s Day from Vertical Harvest! 🌸

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating every kind of mom — whether you’re a mom yourself, thinking about how much you appreciate your own, or you’re a mother to a movement like our own Nona Yehia and Caroline Croft Estay. At Vertical Harvest, we honor the spirit of motherhood: believing in something so deeply that you pour your heart and soul into helping it grow — whether that’s people, plants, or progress.

And let’s be real — moms everywhere want you to eat your greens! 🥬 We’re hellbent on healthy, and we grow produce that fuels families, feeds futures, and makes moms proud.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to show love this Mother’s Day? Sponsor a Tray in her honor — it’s a small act with big impact, supporting economic inclusivity, climate resilience, and nutrition security.

And because every mom deserves something fresh: stay tuned for our limited-edition tote drop — coming soon. 💚

#MothersDay #MotherToAMovement #EatYourGreens #SponsorATray #GrowWell #VerticalHarvest #HellbentOnHealthy #InclusiveImpact #ToteDrop

We had some amazing visitors at the farm! 💚 Heather, Shawn, and Alicia from The Good Crust (@thegoodcrust.maine) stopped by for a deep-dive into inclusive, meaningful employment—a mission close to all our hearts. So much thoughtful conversation, shared vision, and exciting ideas for the future! 🙌

Even better? They came bearing gifts 🩷 (our team is very into local carbs).

Here’s to growing connection—and maybe even some collaboration on the horizon! 🌱💫 #InclusiveEmployment #LocalLove #TheGoodCrust #VerticalHarvest #FutureCollabs #Pizza

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We had some amazing visitors at the farm! 💚 Heather, Shawn, and Alicia from The Good Crust (@thegoodcrust.maine) stopped by for a deep-dive into inclusive, meaningful employment—a mission close to all our hearts. So much thoughtful conversation, shared vision, and exciting ideas for the future! 🙌

Even better? They came bearing gifts 🩷 (our team is very into local carbs).

Here’s to growing connection—and maybe even some collaboration on the horizon! 🌱💫 #InclusiveEmployment #LocalLove #TheGoodCrust #VerticalHarvest #FutureCollabs #Pizza

🌟 Friendship in Full Bloom! 🌟

This past weekend, members of our Vertical Harvest team joined the Best Buddies Friendship Walk: Maine in Portland! 💜🚶‍♀️🌿 @friendshipwalk @bestbuddiesmaine

We’re proud to stand alongside Best Buddies Maine in championing inclusion, connection, and community for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Lots of great community and connection and support for Best Buddies Maine! Even on a gray and rainy day! To everyone who walked, cheered, and supported—thank you for growing a more inclusive world with us. 🌍💚 We also ran into our buddy Beacon the Puffin with the Maine Mariners. @beaconthepuffin @marinersofmaine

#GrowWell #InclusionWorks #BestBuddies #FriendshipWalk #VerticalHarvest #PortlandMaine #DisabilityInclusion

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🌟 Friendship in Full Bloom! 🌟

This past weekend, members of our Vertical Harvest team joined the Best Buddies Friendship Walk: Maine in Portland! 💜🚶‍♀️🌿 @friendshipwalk @bestbuddiesmaine

We’re proud to stand alongside Best Buddies Maine in championing inclusion, connection, and community for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Lots of great community and connection and support for Best Buddies Maine! Even on a gray and rainy day! To everyone who walked, cheered, and supported—thank you for growing a more inclusive world with us. 🌍💚 We also ran into our buddy Beacon the Puffin with the Maine Mariners. @beaconthepuffin @marinersofmaine

#GrowWell #InclusionWorks #BestBuddies #FriendshipWalk #VerticalHarvest #PortlandMaine #DisabilityInclusion

🧠 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

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