Pack River Farm in Northern Idaho adopts Sollum’s dynamic LED lighting to optimize tomato, lettuce, and microgreen cultivation, furthering its commitment to sustainable agriculture.

Pack River Farm, located in the scenic landscape of Northern Idaho, has long been recognized for its sustainable farming practices and dedication to environmental stewardship. As a certified organic farm, it supplies nutrient-rich vegetables, microgreens, and medicinal herbs to local restaurants, grocery stores, and directly to consumers.

Through a deep commitment to soil health and regenerative farming, Pack River Farm is focused on enriching the earth and fostering the next generation of farmers. With the adoption of Sollum Technologies’ state-of-the-art LED lighting, the farm is further optimizing its production capabilities, particularly in its tomato, lettuce, and microgreens cultivation.

A Shared Commitment to Sustainability

Pack River Farm’s mission is to produce high-quality, nutrient-dense food through farming methods that heal and sustain the land. This philosophy extends from its soil management techniques, which focus on nurturing the microbiome, to its partnerships with local businesses and consumers. The farm is also partnered with Black Bear Herbary, which grows medicinal herbs supporting community health and well-being.

With two generations working the land, Pack River Farm exemplifies the importance of long-term, sustainable agriculture. Their focus on soil health ensures that future generations will continue to benefit from a thriving ecosystem. “We believe in creating healthier food for our community by respecting the planet,” said Troy Lock, Head Grower at Pack River Farm.

Challenges and the Move to Sollum’s LED Technology

Despite their success, Pack River Farm faced challenges in optimizing growing conditions for various crops they cultivated. Each crop has different lighting needs, making it challenging to maintain optimal growth conditions. To address this, the farm sought solutions that could offer greater control and flexibility, which led to their partnership with Sollum Technologies.

Sollum’s dynamic LED lighting is designed to simulate natural sunlight, offering precision control over the light spectrum, intensity, and duration. This level of customization was a perfect fit for Pack River Farm’s diverse growing needs. With Sollum’s zone-specific lighting solution, the farm can tailor light recipes to individual crops, adjusting the lighting in real-time to optimize growth for tomatoes, lettuce, and microgreens.

“Sollum’s LED grow light solution offers exactly what we need: versatility and control,” said Troy Lock. “The ability to adjust light spectra in real-time and manage different zones simultaneously within our greenhouse gives us the flexibility to respond to market demands and shift production as needed.”

Agronomic Support and Innovation

Another critical factor in choosing Sollum Technologies was the company’s robust agronomic support. Sollum’s agronomy team worked closely with Pack River Farm to develop customized light recipes for each crop, ensuring the lighting solution was innovative and tailored to the farm’s unique needs. The farm can quickly adapt to changing crop demands and ensure that each plant receives optimal light conditions.

“We’re excited to see this partnership’s impact on our tomato production and beyond,” said Lock, adding that the dynamic lighting solutions have already shown promise in improving yields and crop quality.

Sollum’s Commitment to Sustainable Agriculture

Sollum Technologies, known for its innovative lighting solutions in horticulture, is equally committed to advancing sustainable agriculture. The company’s LED systems enable farms like Pack River to reduce energy consumption while improving crop yield and quality. Matthew Bonavita, Sollum’s Vice President of Sales for the US market, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership.

“We are thrilled to partner with Pack River Farm, a leader in sustainable agriculture,” said Bonavita. “Our dynamic LED lighting solution is designed to provide unmatched flexibility and precision, ensuring that farms like Pack River can continue to innovate and optimize their greenhouse operations."

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