IRVINGTON, NY - One of the national leaders in indoor farming has announced a new greenhouse in Yorkville, Illinois. This is the first of three new regional greenhouse hubs opening for BrightFarms this year, tripling the company’s capacity to provide fresh, locally grown leafy greens to consumers across the Eastern and Central United States.

“Our expansion marks a pivotal moment for us after more than a decade of growth, and is the first step toward creating a coast-to-coast indoor supply chain that transforms how consumers access fresh salad greens,” said Steve Platt, Chief Executive Officer of BrightFarms. “With the addition of our three new 8-acre hubs in Illinois, Texas, and Georgia, we’re increasing our growing capability to 150 million pounds of leafy greens annually, and we’re excited to shape a healthier, greener future for generations to come.”

A key component to BrightFarms' success is its state-of-the-art production facilities that include some of the most advanced greenhouse technology in the world, such as KUBO’s Ultra-Clima greenhouse technology, explained a press release.

This innovation allows BrightFarms to maintain and generate the optimal climate 365 days a year, regardless of the geography or external climate.

“Cox Farms is building the leading indoor farming company in North America, and BrightFarms is a cornerstone of that effort,” said Steve Bradley, President, Cox Farms. “With the growing consumer preference for fresher, more responsibly-grown produce, especially in the salad category, we are continuing to invest to meet the ever-increasing demand.”

Cox has invested over $2 billion in eco-friendly businesses and technologies, and became the majority investor in BrightFarms in October 2020, fully acquiring the company in August 2021. With an ambitious expansion plan for 2024, BrightFarms is set to serve more than two-thirds of the U.S. population, aiming to generate over $300 million in revenue by 2026.

As for the additional greenhouse hubs in Macon, Georgia, and Lorena, Texas, construction is underway and will be completed by the end of 2024. Once fully built, the three new greenhouses will increase BrightFarms’ growing capacity by seven times, adding nearly 100 acres and reinforcing its position as a top grower of indoor-grown salad kits.

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