January 20, 2016

Great Lakes Growers completes greenhouse expansion

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Great Lakes Growers announced the addition of another 25,000-sq.-ft. to its Burton, Ohio greenhouse. The recently completed expansion brings its total facility size to 85,000-sq.-ft., doubling unit capacity, according to the company.

Great Lakes Growers has added 25,000 sq. ft. to its Burton, Ohio greenhouse. Photo: Great Lakes Growers.

Great Lakes Growers has added 25,000 sq. ft. to its Burton, Ohio greenhouse. Photo: Great Lakes Growers.

Beyond customer demand, another driving force to Great Lakes’ expansion was the simple realization that different plants require different growing environments, the company said.

Another area of growth for Great Lakes that will come as the result of its expansion is job growth, the company said. This newest initiative is expected to increase full-time equivalents by nearly 70 percent, according to a press release.

In the near future, Great Lakes Growers looks to employ 25 and hydroponically produce nearly 3 million heads of lettuce and herbs a year.

To find out more, visit the Great Lakes Growers website.