CIVF2012 4: Jennifer Nelkin, Gotham Greens
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Channel: CMU Robotics Institute · 2012 · Science & Technology
Jennifer Nelkin is Partner and Director of Greenhouse Operations, a New York City based company dedicated to growing the highest quality leafy greens and herbs for the NYC retail market. She is responsible for greenhouse design, product development, climate and crop management, crop scheduling, pest management, food safety and staff training. Previously she has managed greenhouses in Antarctica and worked at the greenhouse at the Cuisinart Resort and Spa in Anguilla. Nelkin's goals in the workshop will be to emphasize the future growth of rooftop controlled environment agriculture and urban farming, advantages and opportunities they present, and challenges and design of greenhouses.
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