{"id":16795,"date":"2026-03-13T11:30:23","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T15:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/?page_id=16795"},"modified":"2026-03-18T10:55:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T14:55:43","slug":"greenhouse-education-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/ornamental-horticulture\/greenhouse-education-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Greenhouse Education Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"16802\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16802 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Dr. Ankit Singh standing in a greenhouse.\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-105x140.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-317x423.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-423x564.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-634x845.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-846x1128.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-951x1268.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-1268x1691.jpeg 1268w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/agriculture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/03\/IMG_7169-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,225px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dr. Ankit Singh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The <strong>Greenhouse Education Program<\/strong> provides education and training on greenhouse production and greenhouse technologies, from foundational concepts to more advanced systems. The program is designed to support farmers, commercial growers, homesteaders, hobby growers, and anyone interested in learning more about greenhouse production.<\/p>\n<p>Programming is offered regionally and statewide through county-based programs, with the goal of expanding access to practical greenhouse education across Maine.<\/p>\n<h3>Program Topics<\/h3>\n<p>The program currently offers a one-hour presentation on <strong>Basics of Greenhouse Technology<\/strong>, with additional modules planned for <strong>Fall 2026<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Foundations of Greenhouse Production<\/li>\n<li>Greenhouse Construction and Physical Layout<\/li>\n<li>Aerial Environmental Management<\/li>\n<li>Root-Zone Environment and Growing Systems<\/li>\n<li>Environmental Control Technologies and Automation<\/li>\n<li>Plant Growth Manipulation and Regulation<\/li>\n<li>Water Quality and Sanitation<\/li>\n<li>Emerging and Future Technologies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Greenhouse operations interested in hosting one or more of these modules for staff education, employee training, or public field day programming may contact Dr. Ankit Singh, <strong><a href=\"mailto:ankit.singh@maine.edu\">ankit.singh@maine.edu<\/a><\/strong>, to discuss program goals and scheduling options.<\/p>\n<h3>Basics of Greenhouse Technology<\/h3>\n<p>A beginner-friendly workshop introducing the fundamentals of greenhouse technology for Maine growers. Topics include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Types of greenhouse structures and materials<\/li>\n<li>Heating, cooling, and ventilation systems<\/li>\n<li>Basic automation and environmental controls<\/li>\n<li>Common challenges and low-cost solutions for small and mid-size farms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The session also explores how greenhouse systems can extend the growing season, improve crop quality, and support farm profitability.<\/p>\n<h3>Upcoming Sessions<\/h3>\n<h4><strong>Washington County (In Person)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Friday, April 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.<\/strong><br \/>\nUMaine Extension Washington County Office<br \/>\nUniversity of Maine Machias Campus, O&#8217;Brien House<br \/>\n116 O&#8217;Brien Avenue<br \/>\nMachias, Maine 04654<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005eaEn\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> Register Online <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Hancock County (In Person)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Monday, April 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.<\/strong><br \/>\nUMaine Extension Hancock County Office<br \/>\n63 Boggy Brook Road<br \/>\nEllsworth, Maine 04605<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005eapt\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> Register Online <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Somerset County (In Person)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.<\/strong><br \/>\nUMaine Extension Somerset County Office<br \/>\n7 County Drive<br \/>\nSkowhegan, Maine 04976-4209<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005EjFh\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> Register Online <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Aroostook County (In Person)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.<\/strong><br \/>\nUMaine Extension Aroostook County Office (Presque Isle)<br \/>\n57 Houlton Road<br \/>\nPresque Isle, Maine 04769<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005k6p7\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> Register Online <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Monday, April 27, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.<\/strong><br \/>\nUMaine Extension Aroostook County Office (Fort Kent)<br \/>\n34 Armory Road, Suite 101<br \/>\nFort Kent, Maine 04743<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005k6dp\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> Register Online <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Franklin County (In Person)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.<\/strong><br \/>\nUMaine Extension Franklin County Office<br \/>\n138 Pleasant Street, Suite #1<br \/>\nFarmington, Maine 04938-5828<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005eauj\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> Register Online <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Stay Connected<\/h3>\n<p>To receive updates about future programs and events, please <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfS1LWKzHIJ1JQBEYYBDj4a1bulzxzuIcW4GqXmYfu4n2Fd9A\/viewform\">join our mailing list<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Dr. Ankit Singh, <a href=\"mailto:ankit.singh@maine.edu\">ankit.singh@maine.edu<\/a>, at least 5 days prior to the event.If requests are received after this date, we may not have sufficient time to make necessary arrangements.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.maine.edu\/title-ix\/\">www.maine.edu\/title-ix\/<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Greenhouse Education Program provides education and training on greenhouse production and greenhouse technologies, from foundational concepts to more advanced systems. The program is designed to support farmers, commercial growers, homesteaders, hobby growers, and anyone interested in learning more about greenhouse production. 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