Seed-to-harvest

Year-round scalable production

Controlled, efficient growing from start to finish

Growers of seed-to-harvest crops, including herbs and leafy greens, face rising operational costs, unpredictable weather, fluctuating market demand, and labour shortages – all of which threaten already tight profit margins and consistency. Our technology is designed specifically to address these challenges, with flexibility at its core.

An IGS Growth Tower provides a stable environment, capable of growing a range of crops from seed-to-harvest. Production can be sped up, slowed down, or even paused, so you can align with market demand and reduce waste.

The challenges

Common issues facing growers

Pests and disease

Crop losses and increasing pest-control costs can drastically reduce margins

Labour

Increasing costs and shortages of skilled workers can limit productivity

Extreme weather

Unpredictable weather events can destroy outdoor crops and delay harvests

Market volatility

Seasonal demand fluctuations and unexpected events can create global supply chain challenges

Regulatory pressures

Stricter land and water use regulations are forcing growers to adapt their operation

Reliance on chemicals

Heavy use of protective chemicals drives up costs and adds to CO₂ emissions and pollution

The IGS advantage

Future proof your seed-to-harvest operation

Purple and green leaf pac choi plants in iGS growth tower

Controlled environment

Total Controlled Environment Agriculture (TCEA) gives you predictable, weather-independent growing conditions and full control over crop growth

Faster growth cycles

Achieve growth cycles up to six times faster than traditional field or greenhouse methods, delivering higher-quality seedlings more efficiently

Flexible production

Tailor growth rates and recipes for specific crop characteristics, allowing for production that flexes in step with demand

Automation

Reduce labour costs and improve food-safety standards with automated systems that minimise human intervention

Enhanced crop quality

Optimise nutrient and flavour profiles to grow better-tasting, nutrient-rich produce

Continuous R&D

Gain access to the latest crop-science insights to ensure that your seed-to-harvest growing operation remains cutting edge

Traceability

Ensure food safety and integrity with full traceability throughout the growth process

Standardisation

Our systems integrate with other forms of horticultural equipment, making adoption simple and seamless

Seed-to-harvest crops we've grown

Our team of plant scientists based at our Crop Research Centre in Dundee, Scotland, has grown a wide range of seed-to-harvest crops both for R&D and commercial trials.