R&D Facility
Lokal Harvest USA operates a cutting-edge 1-acre research and development greenhouse that serves as our innovation hub for continuous improvement and variety testing before scaling to the 30-acre commercial facility.
This state-of-the-art test facility enables us to perfect our growing methods and evaluate new varieties under controlled conditions. By testing advancements on a smaller scale first, we minimize risk and maximize quality when implementing changes across our larger commercial operation.
Research Capabilities:
- Variety Trials: Testing and evaluating new tomato varieties from leading seed companies to identify the highest-performing genetics for flavor, yield, shelf life, and disease resistance
- Process Optimization: Experimenting with climate control strategies, irrigation protocols, nutrient formulations.
- IPM Development: Refining our Integrated Pest Management systems using beneficial insects to ensure completely pesticide-free production
- Technology Integration: Evaluating new sensors, automation systems, and data analytics platforms before deploying them facility-wide
- Sustainability Innovation: Testing water recirculation improvements, energy efficiency measures, and carbon footprint reduction strategies