About FarmTech Society

Building the future of controlled-environment agriculture together.

Our Mission

Advancing CEA Through Collaboration

The controlled-environment agriculture sector is growing rapidly, but much of its knowledge remains siloed. FarmTech Society was founded to change that — creating a shared platform where growers, technology providers, investors, and researchers can exchange knowledge and accelerate progress together.

Our mission is to be the sector's connective tissue: structuring collaboration, curating knowledge, and making it accessible to everyone who needs it.

We believe that the fastest way to advance CEA is through structured, cross-sector collaboration. When a grower shares operational insights with a tech provider, when researchers see their work applied in commercial settings, when investors gain deep sector understanding — everyone moves forward faster.

FarmTech Society makes these connections happen systematically, not by chance.

Our Team

Governance & Leadership

Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in controlled-environment agriculture, technology, and association management.

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Dr. Jane Smith

Chairperson — Expert in controlled environment agriculture systems with over 15 years of research and industry leadership.

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Mark Johnson

Managing Director — Industry veteran with 20 years experience bridging technology and commercial horticulture.

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Dr. Anna Weber

Head of Programs — Leading innovation in vertical farming technology and program development.

Our Statutes

FarmTech Society operates under a transparent governance framework. Our statutes define our mission, membership rules, and organizational structure.

View Statutes (PDF)