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.
Dr. Jane Smith
Chairperson — Expert in controlled environment agriculture systems with over 15 years of research and industry leadership.
Mark Johnson
Managing Director — Industry veteran with 20 years experience bridging technology and commercial horticulture.
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)