Achievements

Key achievements advancing the sector include; leading programs for workforce development, renewable energy adoption, CEA certification frameworks, and knowledge-sharing.

ERASMUS+ PonicsVET

Building the CEA workforce through practical hydroponics education and standardized competencies. The ERASMUS+ PonicsVET project is an industry-driven initiative led by FTS and partners.

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RE-Greenhouse

Supporting renewable energy integration, RE-Greenhouse is an EU-funded Interreg North-West Europe project. FTS and 10 partners across five countries have come together to accelerate the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy in greenhouse horticulture.

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GlobalG.A.P. Collaboration

FTS engaged with GLOBALG.A.P. to advance international certification and food safety frameworks tailored to the CEA sector. FTS worked to align CEA systems with evolving agricultural certification requirements through industry coordination, standards dialogue, and benchmarking.

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CEA Lounge & Knowledge Exchange

FTS has developed the CEA Lounge as a trusted environment for industry collaboration. Knowledge Exchange is the flagship CEA Lounge Program. It connects professionals through expert-led sessions and interactive discussion.

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Brussels CEA Farm Tour & Congress

The congress, organized by FTS, brought together international industry leaders, researchers, investors, and policymakers. The event fostered collaboration, promoted the integration of the circular economy, and spurred essential policy dialogue around the future of CEA.

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