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Exploring Water Management Challenges & Innovation in Ontario’s Greenhouse Sector

Seminars

Exploring the world of water management in Ontario’s greenhouse industry.

Participants will actively engage in presentations, panel discussions, and breakout sessions designed to explore current challenges.

Exploring Water Management Challenges & Innovation in Ontario’s Greenhouse Sector

In collaboration with the Ontario Water Consortium and the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG), University of Windsor Agriculture UWindsor (AgUWin) and Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research (GLIER) programs invite you to a day-long workshop, “Exploring Water Management Challenges & Innovation in Ontario’s Greenhouse Sector”, taking place on Thursday, March 27th, 2025.

What to Expect

This event will bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, including researchers, industry leaders, water quality experts, policymakers, and community partners, to explore and discuss innovative solutions to these challenges. Attendees will benefit from:

  • Collaborative Breakout Sessions – Brainstorm and shape actionable strategies.
  • Insightful Presentations – Learn about cutting-edge research and technological advancements in water management.
  • Interactive Discussions – Engage with experts on key issues affecting greenhouse water use.
  • Networking Opportunities – Connect with industry professionals, researchers, and policymakers to build partnerships for future innovation.

Most importantly, share your concerns, ideas, and needs as a grower, helping shape practical solutions and policy recommendations that directly impact your operations and the future of Ontario’s greenhouse industry.

Your Voice Matters—We Want to Hear From You!

Ontario’s greenhouse sector, particularly in the Windsor-Essex region, is a leader in agricultural production. However, effective water management is becoming an increasingly pressing issue due to rising operational demands, regulatory requirements, and environmental sustainability concerns. As a grower, your insights and experiences are invaluable in shaping solutions that are both practical and innovative. This workshop provides a unique opportunity for you to share your perspectives on water management challenges and to collaborate with researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to develop effective strategies for sustainable water use in greenhouse operations.

About AgUWin

AgUWin supports agricultural research, innovation, and collaboration in Windsor-Essex, Ontario, home to the largest greenhouse concentration outside the Netherlands. This region is vital to North America’s food supply. AgUWin partners with growers, retailers, and solution providers to advance technologies and methods for safer, more efficient agriculture. The initiative also offers experiential learning for University of Windsor students, helping them understand their impact and prepare for leadership roles in the industry.

About the Ontario Water Consortium

The Ontario Water Consortium (OWC) is the only sector support organization in Ontario that champions the water innovation ecosystem. Established for more than a decade, OWC is renowned for its commitment to advancing water research and technology through collaboration, real-world testing, and forging strategic partnerships. As a collaborative network, it brings together industry leaders, researchers, and governmental bodies to foster innovation and implement solutions that address both current and emerging water management challenges. Since its inception in 2011, OWC has:

  • Mobilized over $90 million in project funding to advance water technologies and research.
  • Catalyzed 80+ technology projects.
  • Supported, created, or maintained 350+ industry jobs.
  • Benefited 100+ academic partners, including professors and graduate student researchers.

Please join us and take part in this important conversation—your input will help shape the future of water management in Ontario’s greenhouse sector!

Event Details

In-Person

March 27, 2025

8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Free

Event Website

DoubleTree by Hilton Windsor Hotel & Suites
333 Riverside Dr. W.
Windsor, Ontario N9A 7C5 Canada

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