We are excited to announce the winners of the 2021 CEA Awards. The awards were established to recognize distinguished individuals and organizations in the Controlled Environment Agriculture industry across North America.  

The winners were selected by a prestigious, independent awards committee comprised of agriculture professionals from Artemis, Cargill, Fluence by OSRAM, and Schneider Electric. The committee received over 130 qualified nominations for the awards and selected 11 category winners and 3 honorable mention awards.  

“It has been inspiring to see our industry step up through the pandemic and continue innovating in every facet of the value chain.  I am privileged to honor the outstanding contributors via the 2021 CEA Awards,” said Steve Graves, Vice President of Business Development at Fluence by OSRAM and Committee Member.

“All of the winners have had a tremendous impact on our industry this past year. It’s an honor to acknowledge the work of these companies and individuals,” said Allison Kopf, CEO of Artemis and Committee Member.

Top Employer Award

This award honors an employer who has created a great workplace environment.

Winner - AppHarvest, Inc.

Honorable Mention - NatureSweet

Brand Excellence Award

This award honors a brand that has recently dominated on store shelves.

Winner - Dream Greens by AeroFarms

Health and Safety Award

This award honors a company or individual who has gone above and beyond to create a safe and healthy workplace, as well as safe and healthy products in the wake of COVID-19.

Winner - Sudeshna Nambiar, Lakeside Produce

Sustainability Award

This award honors a company or individual who has focused on operating a sustainable facility.

Winner - Legion of Bloom

Produce Person of the Year

This award honors an individual who has made an immeasurable impact on the produce industry in the past 12 months.

Winner - Daniel Malechuk, Kalera

Honorable Mention - Hiroki Koga, Oishii

Cannabis Person of the Year

This award honors an individual who has made an immeasurable impact on the cannabis industry in the past 12 months.

Winner - Wanda James, Simply Pure

Innovative New Packaging Award

This award honors innovation in packaging and highlights new packaging concepts that have launched in the past 12 months.

Winner - Mucci Farms

Honorable Mention - Nature Fresh Farms

Innovative New Product Award

This award honors a new product launched in the past 12 months.

Winner - Wendy’s Sandwich Leaves & Salad Blend by Inspired Greens

Disruptor Award

This award honors an individual who has a spirit of innovation and is constantly looking to disrupt the status quo.

Winner - Stephen Ritz, Green Bronx Machine

Rising Star Award

This award honors an individual with < 3 years of experience in the CEA industry.

Winner - Cory Roof, Ogallala Greens

Industry Connector Award
This award honors a consultant or advisor who helps growers make the best decisions possible.

Winner - Agritecture

Congratulations to all of the winners for having an incredible impact on the CEA industry this past year.  Stay tuned as we will be sharing each winners’ story on our website over the next few weeks.

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