Podcast Spotlight: Sustainability & Peatland Management in CEA

Author’s note: Greenhouse Grower is a sister brand to Women in Ag Tech. Their biweekly podcast, Greenhouse Grower to Grower, features conversations with leaders across the controlled-environment agriculture industry on innovation, challenges, and emerging trends.

In an episode of Greenhouse Grower to Grower, host Brian D. Sparks, joined by Marisa Reyes, sits down with leaders from the Canadian Sphagnum Peat Moss Association (CSPMA) — including President Asha Hingorani, VP of Science and Research Partnerships Stephanie Boudreau, and Communications Coordinator Charleen McCartney — to discuss the current peat landscape in Canada.

The conversation explores:

  • Responsible peatland management and sustainability practices
  • How CSPMA members meet environmental and industry standards
  • Common myths and misconceptions surrounding peat use

It’s an informative discussion on balancing production needs with environmental stewardship in greenhouse and CEA systems.

Listen to the full episode. 

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