🌱 Big ideas, big hearts, and big potential 🌱

A couple of weeks ago, our Co-Founder and Director of Human Potential, Caroline Croft Estay (@carolinecroftestay), and Head of Farm Technology & Systems, Arik Griffin, visited the University of Wyoming (@uofwyoming) to help formalize a powerful new partnership.

Together with Central Wyoming College (@cwc_rustlers) and others, we’re proud to be part of the new UW CEA Network—uniting educators, industry, and communities to position Wyoming as a national leader in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA).

💡This collaboration will help us:
🌱 Grow green tech careers
🌱 Advance sustainable ag solutions
🌱 Support inclusive learning
🌱 Drive rural economic impact

🚀 What’s next:
🌱 Joint research & data sharing
🌱 Student internships & hands-on learning
🌱 Co-developed CEA curricula
🌱 Innovation between farm & lab

“Not only is this an opportunity to grow industry knowledge in-state, but it’s also a chance to expand opportunity in cutting-edge, green technology careers within the disability community.””—Caroline Croft Estay

“Exploring how the environment, plants and microbes interact in hydroponic systems to increase yield is a key aspect of establishing cost efficiencies and positive unit economics for the industry. This is essential for Vertical Farming 2.0, and CEA overall, to move into its next phase of growth.”—Arik Griffin

Read more in our press release: Link in bio!

#VerticalHarvest #CEA #CommunityImpact #WyomingInnovation #GreenhouseFarming #EducationPartnership #HumanPotential #FarmTech #InclusiveWorkforce

🌈 Pride is Growing Strong at Vertical Harvest! 🌈

This June, we’re wearing our pride on our sleeves — literally. Our limited-edition “Wicked Inclusive” t-shirt is available for order now!💥🌈

At VH, we believe in equity — not just in how we grow food for the community, but in how we show up for all people. Pride is more than a parade; it’s a celebration of identity, resilience, and community. We’re proud to support our LGBTQ+ team members, partners, and neighbors, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you.

🎉 Catch us marching in the Portland, Maine Pride Parade on June 21, honoring the beauty of diversity and the power of inclusion — values rooted in everything we do at Vertical Harvest.

💛💚💙💜 Stop by, say hi, and help us spread the love — and snag your Wicked Inclusive tee while supplies last!

👉 Check out the limited-edition merch drop: Link in bio!

#WickedInclusive #PrideMonth #VerticalHarvest #PortlandPride #GrowWithUs #InclusiveEmployment #LoveIsLove

#PrideMonth #VerticalHarvest #Pride2025 #GrowWithUs #InclusiveEmployment #SustainableFuture

🌱 This May, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we`re proud to partner with the Wellness Center at St. John’s Hospital in Jackson by donating our fresh microgreens and specialty greens. This meaningful connection took root when the Wellness Center joined our Weekly Boost—a team-wide gathering that fuels inspiration and connection across Vertical Harvest. That visit sparked a collaboration grounded in a shared purpose: wellness for all.

That purpose came to life when Vertical Harvest employee Ty Warner, supported by Pete Estay, delivered vibrant, nutrient-packed greens straight from our farm to the heart of the hospital.

By the end of May, we will have donated 160 lbs to St. John’s—16 boxes total!

This is another way Vertical Harvest likes to nourish the local community here in Jackson—and if you want to support activities like this, consider Sponsoring a Tray! We have over 1200 trays in Jackson that feed into the local food system and donations just like this! Visit the link in our bio or www.verticalharvestfarms.com to grow with us!

#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #WellnessInAction #FoodIsMedicine #InclusiveEmployment #VerticalHarvest