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Babylon Micro-Farms Hosts Virginia Secretary of Agriculture in Celebration of World Food Day

Sara Hayes — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:30:19 +0000

RICHMOND, VA (October 16, 2025) — To celebrate World Food Day, Babylon Micro-Farms was honored to host Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Matthew Lohr at its Richmond headquarters on October 15. The visit, held one day before the global observance, highlighted this year’s theme, “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future,” and underscored how innovation and collaboration are strengthening Virginia’s leadership in sustainable agriculture.

The visit highlighted how partnerships between public leaders, private innovators, and local communities are shaping a new era of food production in the Commonwealth. Lohr met with Babylon Micro-Farms CEO Marc Oshima and members of each department to see how the company’s technology is helping organizations, from schools and senior living communities to hospitals and corporate dining spaces, grow fresh produce directly on-site using 96% less water and zero pesticides.

In a lighthearted moment, Secretary Lohr and Oshima faced off in a friendly “harvest race” to see who could harvest a tray of lettuce the fastest. The friendly competition ended with a guided taste test led by Babylon Micro-Farms’ Director of Horticulture, Natalia Zappernick, who walked the group through flavor notes and textures of the freshly harvested greens. Together, they discussed how freshness and variety can transform taste, nutrition, and engagement with food grown on-site.

Virginia Secretary of Agriculture Matthew Lohr (left) joins Babylon Micro-Farms CEO Marc Oshima and the team for a guided taste test led by Director of Horticulture Natalia Zappernick

“This is really neat,” said Secretary Lohr during his visit. “It’s impressive to see how many varieties of plants can be grown in these systems, and how the technology allows users to create planting schedules tailored to their specific needs.”

Headquartered in Richmond, Babylon Micro-Farms has been honored for the Inc 5000, recognizing the fastest-growing private companies. With more than 375 farms across the U.S. and internationally, Babylon Micro-Farms makes farming turnkey and accessible through its proprietary Guided Growing™ app and BabylonIQ platform. Each farm is connected through Babylon Micro-Farms’ cloud-based platform, which remotely monitors and manages growth conditions to ensure consistent, high-quality yields year-round. The company’s farms have become living classrooms and wellness tools, integrating sustainability and nutrition into daily life. As Babylon Micro-Farms continues to expand its reach, the company remains rooted in its mission: to bring the farm to you, inspiring a greater connection to fresh, delicious food and how it is grown.

“This year’s World Food Day theme of collaboration captures our mission perfectly,” said Marc Oshima. “At Babylon Micro-Farms, we work hand in hand with chefs, educators, healthcare providers, and hospitality partners to make fresh, sustainable food accessible where people live, learn, and heal. We’re proud to represent Virginia reimagining around the world next-generation solutions to how and where food is grown.”

World Food Day, celebrated annually on October 16, commemorates the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. The 2025 theme, “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future,” emphasizes collaboration across sectors and generations to build resilient, inclusive, and sustainable food systems.

About Babylon Micro-Farms
Based in Richmond, Virginia, Babylon Micro-Farms has been leading the way since 2017 for on-site indoor farming and empowering communities to connect with their food and make healthier choices. Its patented hydroponic growing technology and proprietary BabylonIQ software platform can remotely manage its network of modular vertical farming systems to deliver consistently fresh, nutritious, and delicious produce all year-round. Recognized by Time as one of “America’s Top Green Tech Companies”, Babylon Micro-Farms is committed to growing sustainably with a fraction of the water and no pesticides vs. traditional field farming. Babylon Micro-Farms can be found worldwide at major partners like Arizona State University, Green Bronx Machine, Intuit Dome, JW Marriott, LinkedIn, Mayo Clinic, MSC Cruises, SAP, United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, University of Virginia, and World Bank.

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Babylon Micro-Farms Ranks on the 2025 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Sara Hayes — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 12:45:24 +0000

With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 423 Percent, Babylon Micro-Farms Earns First-Time Ranking — No. 1 in Richmond, No. 39 in Virginia, and No. 95 Nationally in Business Products & Services

RICHMOND, VA – August 12, 2025 – Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, today announced that Babylon Micro-Farms is No. 1009 on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list provides a data-driven snapshot of the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Past honorees include companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Under Armour, Timberland, Oracle, and Patagonia. Babylon Micro-Farms also secured the No. 1 ranking among companies headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, placed No. 39 in the state, and ranked No. 95 nationally in the Business Products & Services category.

Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, Babylon Micro-Farms has grown from a local startup to a recognized leader in sustainable indoor farming, managing more than 375 farms across the U.S. and internationally through its proprietary Guided Growing™ platform. Dedicated to bringing the farm directly to people and inspiring a deeper connection to fresh, delicious food and how it’s grown, the company was named to the 2025 FoodTech 500 list of the world’s most innovative AgriFoodTech companies, expanded partnerships with leading institutions such as the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, Mayo Clinic, Sunrise Senior Living, and JW Marriott, and launched the STEM Garden to bring hands-on agricultural education to classrooms nationwide. These efforts have also earned recognition for aligning with WELL, LEED, and AASHE standards.

“We are incredibly honored to make the Inc 5000 of fastest growing privately-held companies as our solution for indoor on-site vertical farming has been expanding extensively across 4 key sectors – Healthcare, Corporate Dining, Education, and Hospitality,” says Marc Oshima, CEO, Babylon Micro-Farms. “We want to thank our amazing customers, partners, and incredible team who are all incredibly aligned to our mission of bringing the farm to you, inspiring a greater connection with fresh, delicious produce and how it is grown.”

This year’s Inc. 5000 honorees have demonstrated exceptional growth while navigating economic uncertainty, inflationary pressure, and a fluctuating labor market. Among the top 500 companies on the list, the median three-year revenue growth rate reached 1,552 percent, and those companies have collectively added more than 48,678 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years.

For the full list, company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, visit: www.inc.com/inc5000.

“Making the Inc. 5000 is always a remarkable achievement, but earning a spot this year speaks volumes about a company’s tenacity and clarity of vision,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “These businesses have thrived amid rising costs, shifting global dynamics, and constant change. They didn’t just weather the storm—they grew through it, and their stories are a powerful reminder that the entrepreneurial spirit is the engine of the U.S. economy.”

Inc. will celebrate the honorees at the 2025 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, taking place October 22–24 in Phoenix, and the top 500 will be listed in the Fall issue of Inc. magazine.

About Babylon Micro-Farms
Based in Richmond, Virginia, for both its headquarters and manufacturing, Babylon Micro-Farms has been leading the way since 2017 for on-site indoor farming and empowering communities to connect with their food and make healthier choices. Its patented hydroponic growing technology and proprietary BabylonIQ software platform can remotely manage its network of modular vertical farming systems to deliver consistently fresh, nutritious, and delicious produce all year-round. Recognized by Time as one of “America’s Top Green Tech Companies”, Babylon Micro-Farms is committed to growing sustainably with a fraction of the water and no pesticides vs. traditional field farming. Babylon Micro-Farms can be found worldwide at major partners like American Airlines, Green Bronx Machine, Intuit Dome, JW Marriott, LinkedIn, Mayo Clinic, MSC Cruises, SAP, United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, University of Virginia, and World Bank.

For more information, visit: www.babylonmicrofarms.com

Methodology
Companies on the 2025 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2021 to 2024. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2021. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2024. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2021 is $100,000; the minimum for 2024 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons.

About Inc.
Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

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Babylon Micro-Farms Earns Global Recognition for Innovation and Impact in 2025

Sara Hayes — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 10:00:17 +0000

RICHMOND, VA — June 04, 2025 — Babylon Micro-Farms, a leader in on-site vertical farming, is proud to announce a series of awards and recent recognitions that highlight the company’s accelerating momentum and global impact across healthcare, hospitality, education, and corporate dining.

Babylon Micro-Farms was ranked #34 on the 2024 FoodTech 500, marking a leap of over 100 places from its 2022 ranking of #135. This globally respected list celebrates the most promising companies at the intersection of food, technology, and sustainability. The jump underscores Babylon Micro-Farms’ continued leadership in delivering scalable, sustainable food solutions that empower organizations of all types to grow ultra-fresh produce on-site.

In addition, Babylon Micro-Farms received the Trailblazing Product of the Year award at F&B@Sea 2025, a premier global event spotlighting innovation in maritime food and beverage. Babylon Micro-Farms’ turnkey systems were recognized for their ability to bring hyper-local farming aboard cruise ships, providing fresh greens for partners such as MSC Cruise Lines and Columbia Cruise Services with minimal space and labor requirements.

“We are proud to be leading the way within AgTech and hospitality, and the awards are tremendous recognition for our team and their successful work of bringing the farm to you, creating a greater connection to real, delicious food and how it is grown, said Marc Oshima CEO Babylon Micro-Farms. “We are fortunate to have amazing customers including Aramark, Compass Group, Nexdine, and Sodexo that are scaling with our proven on-site farming solutions.”

Babylon Micro-Farms’ footprint now spans a broad array of sectors and geographies. In healthcare, micro-farms are enriching wellness and nutrition initiatives at institutions including the Mayo Clinic, with multiple expansions, Lancaster General Health, Sheltering Arms, and Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation. In education, Babylon Micro-Farms partners with schools and organizations like Green Bronx Machine and Clemson University to integrate growing into classrooms, therapy programs, and dining halls, bringing sustainability and STEM to life for students.

Hospitality and corporate dining continue to be fast-growing sectors for Babylon Micro-Farms, with recent expansions into JW Marriott properties, as well as installations at LinkedIn offices in both Chicago and Omaha. The company’s farms are also enhancing experiences at Intuit Dome, home of the LA Clippers, and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee.

Galleri Micro-Farms at the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO.

With patented technology, an intuitive Guided Growing app, and robust customer support, including live in-app chat and dedicated account managers, Babylon Micro-Farms makes it easy for any organization to grow its own produce, with no farming background needed.

As it continues to scale, Babylon Micro-Farms remains focused on delivering turnkey, reliable indoor farming solutions that deliver peak flavor and nutrition while promoting better health, sustainability, and community engagement.

About Babylon Micro-Farms
Headquartered and manufactured in Richmond, Virginia, Babylon Micro-Farms has been pioneering on-site indoor farming since 2017. Its patented hydroponic technology and proprietary BabylonIQ software platform power a global network of over 360 modular vertical farms, delivering fresh, nutritious, and delicious produce year-round.

Recognized by Time as one of “America’s Top Green Tech Companies,” Babylon is committed to growing sustainably with over 95% less water and no pesticides compared to traditional field farming.

Babylon Micro-Farms serves a wide range of sectors including healthcare, education, hospitality, and corporate dining, with clients such as Mayo Clinic, Green Bronx Machine, Intuit Dome, JW Marriott, LinkedIn, Southcoast Health, MSC Cruises, the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the University of Virginia, and the World Bank.

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Babylon Micro-Farms Recognized in This Year’s FoodTech 500, Ranking #34

Sara Hayes — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:20:13 +0000

Richmond, Virginia, March 19, 2025,

We’re excited to share that we’ve earned the 34th spot in this year’s FoodTech500 ranking, the world’s leading list of innovators at the intersection of food, technology, and sustainability! Selected from over 1,420 applicants across 70+ countries, we’re honored to be recognized for our commitment to transforming the food system. A big thank you to Forward Fooding for this recognition!

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About Babylon Micro-Farms

Based in Richmond, Virginia for both its headquarters and manufacturing, Babylon Micro-Farms has been leading the way since 2017 for on-site indoor farming and empowering communities to connect with their food and make healthier choices. Its patented hydroponic growing technology and proprietary BabylonIQ software platform can remotely manage its network of modular vertical farming systems to deliver consistently fresh, nutritious and delicious produce all year-round. Recognized by Time as one of “America’s Top Green Tech Companies”, Babylon Micro-Farms is committed to growing sustainably with a fraction of the water and no pesticides vs. traditional field farming. Babylon Micro-Farms can be found worldwide at major partners like American Airlines, Green Bronx Machine, Intuit Dome, JW Marriott, LinkedIn, Mayo Clinic, MSC Cruises, SAP, United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, University of Virginia, and World Bank.

Company Contact Information

Marc Oshima, CEO

Babylon Micro-Farms

Marc.Oshima@BabylonMicroFarms.com

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Babylon Micro-Farms Appoints Marc Oshima as New CEO to Scale the Business Globally

Sara Hayes — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:00:37 +0000

Richmond, Virginia, February 24, 2025, Babylon Micro-Farms, the leader for on-site indoor farming with over 300 micro-farms across 40 states and 5 countries, today announced the appointment of Marc Oshima as its new Chief Executive Officer, following an in-depth search process.

“I am delighted to have been appointed CEO to lead Babylon Micro-Farms and build on the original vision of the founders Alexander Oleson and Graham Smith to simplify on-site indoor farming and provide more access to good food,” commented Marc Oshima. “It is a business with an impressive set of customers from Aramark to Compass Group to Sodexo across key verticals like corporate dining, education, healthcare, hospitality, and senior living. There is a tremendous opportunity to scale further and to nourish our communities with great-tasting, locally-grown produce.”

With a career focused on scaling innovation across CPG, Media, and Retail, Oshima has been one of the pioneering forces for the indoor farming space, having served as Board Chair for the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Alliance and as co-founder of AeroFarms, one of the trailblazers for the vertical farming industry. At AeroFarms, he was responsible for driving its commercial success to over $25 million in annual sales partnering with the leading retail and food service companies. During his tenure, AeroFarms was recognized by Fast Company as one of the “World’s Most Innovative Companies” and “Brands that Matter” as well as by Fortune for its “Change the World” list, and by Time for “Best Inventions in Food.”

Passionate about improving our food system to make it more sustainable and equitable, Oshima has also served on Board and Advisory roles for Food for Climate League, Culinary Institute of America, International Fresh Produce Association, United Fresh, Produce Marketing Association, CEA Food Safety Coalition, Chefs Collaborative, Montclair State Food Program, and Food Bank for NYC.

Due to its award-winning technology and customer service, Babylon Micro-Farms experienced strong year-over-year growth in 2024 and has a strong foundation to accelerate sales even further in 2025 and beyond.

“We are excited to welcome Marc Oshima to Babylon Micro-Farms,” said Board Director Chris Meyers of Hull Street Capital. “He is a dynamic, values-driven leader with extensive indoor farming experience, deep relationships within our target markets and is best equipped to take our business to the next level. Babylon Micro-Farms is just finishing a round of financing and is well positioned for the future with committed investors who fundamentally believe in the company’s mission and ability to execute. The Board is looking forward to working closely with Marc Oshima and his team to drive long-term growth and value.”

Oshima will succeed Marc Oosterhuis, who decided to step down after 6 years of service most recently as CEO and previously COO. Oosterhuis will continue to be a trusted advisor during this transition.

About Babylon Micro-Farms

Company Contact Information

Marc Oshima, CEO

Babylon Micro-Farms

Marc.Oshima@BabylonMicroFarms.com

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Stephen Ritz Partners With Babylon Micro-Farms to Accelerate Vertical Farming in Classrooms Across America

Sara Hayes — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:00:06 +0000

Richmond, VA — Stephen Ritz, a renowned educator and the visionary founder of Green Bronx Machine is joining forces with Babylon Micro-Farms as their new brand ambassador, with a shared goal: to accelerate the adoption of vertical farming in classrooms across America. By promoting Babylon’s innovative STEM Garden, Ritz aims to create hands-on, transformative learning opportunities that ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of learning in students.

For Ritz, education is more than a series of lessons; it’s about creating experiences that connect students to the world around them. When he first saw the STEM Garden, Ritz immediately recognized its potential to revolutionize learning. “The minute I saw the STEM Garden, I knew I wanted one in my classroom. Beyond being easy to use, the look, the feel, and the finish of the STEM Garden simply exudes quality and generates excitement, interest, and wonder from students and teachers alike,” says Ritz.

Transforming Classrooms with Hands-On Learning

Babylon Micro-Farms chose Ritz as their brand ambassador because he represents the essence of their mission: to make sustainable food production a dynamic part of education. Ritz is known for turning his classrooms into vibrant environments where learning happens through doing—where students plant seeds, watch them grow, and harvest fresh produce, all while developing critical life skills and a deeper understanding of science and sustainability. To date, Ritz has grown more than 300,000 pounds of vegetables with children en route to outstanding school performance and improved social determinants of health.

“The STEM Garden makes you want to learn more, ask questions, taste the produce, and get involved—the learning possibilities here are endless,” Ritz adds. “This is what innovation looks like!”

Stephen Ritz (Green Bronx Machine Founder) and Alexander Olesen (Babylon Micro-Farms Founder) Stand in front of a Galleri Micro-Farm

A Shared Vision for Educational Innovation

The partnership centers around the STEM Garden, Babylon Micro-Farms’ cutting-edge hydroponic farming system designed for K-12 classrooms. With this tool, educators can transform lessons in plant biology, environmental science, and agriculture into engaging, hands-on experiences. The STEM Garden supports cultivating healthy eating habits and a deeper connection to nature while promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Marc Oosterhuis, CEO of Babylon Micro-Farms, believes Ritz is the ideal advocate for the STEM Garden. “Stephen’s enthusiasm and dedication to sustainable education make him an ideal partner for us. His firsthand experience with the challenges educators face and his understanding of the value of engaging students through meaningful, hands-on experiences make him a perfect fit for this role,” says Oosterhuis.

Cultivating a New Generation of Healthy Eaters and Engaged Learners

As part of his role, Ritz will lead initiatives to promote the STEM Garden in schools nationwide. This includes developing educational programs tailored to various learning environments, conducting community outreach to encourage sustainable practices, and participating in speaking engagements where he can share his unique approach to education and urban farming.

“I’m grateful to the folks at Babylon Micro-Farms for their interest and support of the work that we do at Green Bronx Machine and can’t wait to grow the next generation of healthy eaters, healthy learners, and urban farmers with them,” Ritz shares.

From Inspiration to Action

For Babylon Micro-Farms, this partnership is about more than just promoting a product; it’s about fostering a movement. Together with Ritz, they aim to bring the excitement and benefits of vertical farming to classrooms nationwide, inspiring both educators and students to embrace sustainable agriculture and healthier lifestyles.

“There are so many wonderful touch points attached to this opportunity including the fact that the STEM Garden is built here in America. This drives entrepreneurship, innovation, and 21st-century workforce development at a time when we need it most,” says Ritz. “What teacher would not want this in their classroom? I can’t wait to get my STEM Garden to the Bronx and invite Mayor Adams and Chancellor Banks to come visit. To think we will have the same technology in the Bronx that inspired Vice President Kamala Harris to visit Babylon Micro-Farms is beyond inspiring for our students and teachers and makes it that much more relevant and exciting for all.”

A Vision for Every Classroom in America

With Stephen Ritz’s passion for experiential learning and Babylon Micro-Farms’ innovative technology, the goal is clear: to accelerate the adoption of vertical farming in schools and to provide every student with the chance to engage in meaningful, hands-on learning. By placing a STEM Garden in every classroom, they hope to inspire the next generation of thinkers, doers, and sustainable innovators. “This simple, classroom-based, easy-to-use, self-contained unit is the perfect introduction to urban farming for young students and exposes older students to the world and possibilities of CEA – controlled environment agriculture – which has proven to be a viable and lucrative career path and opportunity for urban students, disconnected youth, and second opportunity adults.”

About Babylon Micro-Farms
Babylon Micro-Farms was founded with a mission to democratize indoor farming through innovative, user-friendly technology. Their hydroponic micro-farms, including the new STEM Garden, are designed to be accessible to all, regardless of prior experience or knowledge. These systems are ideal for K-12 schools, universities, senior living communities, and corporate dining facilities. Focused on sustainability, Babylon Micro-Farms provides a simple way for anyone to grow fresh, nutritious produce year-round, empowering individuals and communities to take control of their food sources.

For more information about Babylon Micro-Farms and the STEM Garden, visit www.babylonmicrofarms.com.

About Stephen Ritz and Green Bronx Machine

Stephen Ritz, founder of Green Bronx Machine and author of The Power of a Plant, is a globally recognized educator known for creating the world’s first edible classroom and growing over 300,000 pounds of vegetables in the South Bronx. Celebrated at the White House, featured on TIME for KIDS, and the subject of the award-winning documentary Generation Growth, Ritz has received numerous accolades, including the 2023 Global Food Hero. Ritz is featured in a new YouTube Series: “Let’s Learn with Mister Ritz” and has his own channel, Green Bronx Machine Kids, viewed by schools and educators nationally. His nonprofit, Green Bronx Machine, was named Fast Company’s Most Innovative Company in 2024, advancing urban agriculture and nutrition education.

For more information about Stephen Ritz and Green Bronx Machine, visit https://greenbronxmachine.org/.

Media Contact:
Sara Hayes
Marketing Coordinator
sara.hayes@babylonmicrofarms.com
(540) 583-2096

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Babylon Micro-Farms Recognized as TIME and Statista’s AMERICA’S TOP GREENTECH COMPANIES 2024

Sara Hayes — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:51:20 +0000

3/7/2024 – Richmond, Va

Babylon Micro-Farms, a pioneering leader in the field of hydroponic agriculture, is thrilled to announce its nomination for the prestigious AMERICA’S TOP GREENTECH COMPANIES 2024. This esteemed accolade celebrates companies that exhibit outstanding achievements by a comprehensive analysis conducted to identify the top performing greentech companies in the United States. First, companies had to primarily focus on developing and providing green technologies, products or services that help mitigate or reverse the impact of human activities on the environment, and the companies had to be headquartered in the United States

Babylon Micro-Farms ranks

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About Babylon Micro-FarmsⓇ
Babylon Micro-Farms builds its farms at its state-of-the-art facility in Richmond, VA. Babylon has developed patented technology to power the indoor hydroponic farms and farming service that enable businesses and communities to have a year-round supply of ultra-fresh produce. Babylon makes farming accessible to everyone through technology integrations and excellent customer support. The latest farms incorporate more sensors and are designed to reduce maintenance and harvest times significantly. Farming onsite has a sustainable and significant impact on the company’s customer base, which includes global leaders like Aramark, Ikea, MSC Cruise Lines, Linkedin, and Sodexo, along with many schools, venues, stores, hospitals, and senior care facilities.

Press Contact

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Marketing & PR Manager

chris.hollomon@babylonmicrofarms.com

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Babylon Micro-Farms Recognized as an Honoree for the 2023 Drexel LeBow Analytics 50 Award

Sara Hayes — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 14:14:45 +0000

8/18/2023 – Richmond, Va

Babylon Micro-Farms, a pioneering leader in the field of hydroponic agriculture, is thrilled to announce its nomination for the prestigious 2023 Drexel LeBow Analytics 50 award. This esteemed accolade celebrates companies that exhibit outstanding achievements in harnessing analytics to address complex business challenges, furthering data-driven innovation across industries.

The Drexel LeBow Analytics 50 award is a national recognition of excellence in analytics, spotlighting the top 50 companies that employ analytical solutions to overcome business obstacles and create transformative impact. These awards, bestowed biennially by the Center for Business Analytics at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, signify the convergence of academic-industry partnerships and the dynamic use of data analytics to drive success.

Babylon Micro-Farms’ nomination underscores the company’s commitment to innovation and its dedication to using analytics to revolutionize global agriculture. With its groundbreaking application, Babylon Micro-Farms addresses the challenge of scaling their network of remotely managed farms to hundreds of locations around the world.

The company’s analytics solution revolves around a sophisticated remote management platform, seamlessly integrating proprietary computer vision, pattern analysis, and growth recipe automation. This comprehensive approach ensures the optimal health and growth of hydroponically cultivated plants, even within a distributed network of vertical farms. By utilizing this technology, Babylon Micro-Farms has democratically opened the doors to vertical farming, empowering individuals to engage in successful agriculture without prior expertise.

“We are deeply honored to be selected for the 2023 Drexel LeBow Analytics 50 award,” said Graham Smith, Co-Founder & CTO at Babylon Micro-Farms. “We believe data analytics and remote monitoring are key to increasing accessibility of growing food at the point of consumption, benefiting the environment and our communities. This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our team and the transformative potential of data-driven innovation.“

Babylon Micro-Farms’ implementation of analytics has redefined the way vertical farming is conducted, enabling remote management that was once reserved for teams of experts. This shift has allowed hundreds of customers to experience the benefits of hydroponic cultivation, fostering local, sustainable produce that is fresher and more accessible than ever before.

The winners of the 2023 Drexel LeBow Analytics 50 award will be unveiled at a prestigious awards ceremony, where industry leaders, decision-makers, and analytics enthusiasts from across the nation will converge to celebrate data-driven achievements. This event provides a platform for sponsors to showcase their brands to honorees, distinguished guests, and prominent companies represented on Drexel LeBow’s business analytics advisory council.

Babylon Micro-Farms is proud to stand among the esteemed nominees for this year’s Drexel LeBow Analytics 50 award, embodying the spirit of innovation and progress that the award represents. The company remains dedicated to leveraging analytics to enhance global agricultural practices and create a more sustainable future.

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About Drexel LeBowⓇ
The Drexel LeBow Analytics 50 is a national recognition of analytics distinction honoring 50
organizations using analytics to solve business challenges. Presented by the Center for Business Analytics at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, the initiative connects academia and industry, highlights best practices and applauds data-driven business impact. Honorees are selected by a panel of researchers and practitioners who evaluate nominations based on the complexity of the business challenge, the analytics solution implemented, and the solution’s business impact on the organization.

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Babylon Micro-Farms’ Galleri Is First Indoor Vertical Farming System Aligned with WELL to Promote Health

Sara Hayes — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 20:39:49 +0000

6/1/2023 – Richmond, Va

Babylon Micro-Farms, a pioneer in indoor hydroponic farming systems, has been approved by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) to license the Works with WELL trademark for its flagship product, Galleri, the first food-safe indoor vertical farming system with this distinction.

Galleri’s alignment with health features in the WELL Building Standard validates Babylon’s commitment to promoting healthy eating and access to nature. The hydroponic indoor farm system is confirmed to align with three features under the WELL Nourishment concept. Specifically, it aligns with feature N12.1 for providing gardening space, N07.1 for providing nutrition education, and N04.1 for optimizing food advertising. Galleri is also aligned with two features under the WELL Mind concept, M02.1 for providing connection to nature and M09.1 for providing nature access indoors.

The WELL Nourishment concept requires the availability of fruits and vegetables and nutritional transparency. It encourages the creation of food environments where the healthiest choice is the easiest choice. Incorporating a Babylon Galleri Micro-Farm in a project’s lobby, dining area, or workspace helps achieve the aligned WELL features for the project, earning points toward WELL Certification goals.

As workers return to the office, Babylon Micro-Farms helps businesses promote holistic, healthy living. Galleri’s elegant, biophilic design can help boost employee mental health, inspire better eating habits, and drive a desire to live healthily. Return on investment goes beyond the produce growing within each Micro-Farm.

“We are thrilled to join forces with IWBI through sustainable and innovative farming practices,” said Alexander Olesen, CEO & Co-Founder of Babylon Micro-Farms. “I’m personally proud of our team’s work to create a sustainable experience that benefits the communities we serve. Fostering connection among people around the food they eat; motivating them to lead healthier, more sustainable lives.”

Each Micro-Farm uses remote monitoring to ensure optimal plant growth and health while using ten times less water than traditional agricultural practices. Babylon Micro-Farms has provided efficient and environmentally friendly hydroponic systems to partners at universities, senior living communities, resorts, and corporate offices nationwide.

The Works with WELL alignment for Babylon Micro-Farms’ Galleri represents an exciting step forward for sustainable food production and healthy indoor environments. The WELL alignment recognizes innovative and sustainable design practices that benefit people and the planet.

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About Babylon Micro-FarmsⓇ
Babylon Micro-Farms builds its farms at its state-of-the-art facility in Richmond, VA. Babylon has developed patented technology to power the indoor hydroponic farms and farming service that enable businesses and communities to have a year-round supply of ultra-fresh produce. Babylon makes farming accessible to everyone through technology integrations and excellent customer support. The latest farms incorporate more sensors and are designed to reduce maintenance and harvest times significantly. Farming onsite has a sustainable and significant impact on the company’s customer base, which includes global leaders like Aramark, Ikea, MSC Cruise Lines, Linkedin, and Sodexo, along with many schools, venues, stores, hospitals, and senior care facilities.

Press Contact

Chris Hollomon

Marketing & PR Manager

chris.hollomon@babylonmicrofarms.com

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CEO Alexander Olesen’s Remarks During Vice President Harris’s Visit to Babylon Micro-Farms

Sara Hayes — Fri, 05 May 2023 15:32:29 +0000

5/4/2023 – Richmond, Va

All great things start small, and only this country has the market, culture, and unfailing optimism that encourages people to take risks that can turn dreams into reality.

At Babylon, we’re empowering businesses and communities to grow their own food on-site, all year round, in a way that captivates the imagination about where your food comes from.

Indoor farming can enable anyone to grow their own food, using 90% less water, without the use of pesticides.

This is an essential tool for food security and the fight against climate change.

Our goal is to develop an ecosystem of accessible and affordable vertical farming products powered by the BabylonIQ remote management platform so that anyone can be a vertical farmer.

We’ve grown this idea from a school project to a scaling enterprise with clients like IKEA, LinkedIn, and Aramark.

The team has worked tirelessly over six years to develop our technology and commercialize the most advanced modular vertical farming systems on the market today. Each 15 sqft module is the equivalent of a 2000 sqft area of outdoor farmland.

The products, technology, and manufacturing process that you see here are setting the standard for Micro-Farming globally.

Our decision to move to Richmond and the opportunity zone here in Scott’s Addition has provided a strong foundation for our fast-growing business and enabled us to build a home for our 37 team members.

I’d like to extend my deepest thanks to Virginia Venture Partners, SSBCI, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the Biden-Harris Administration for their tremendous support. The grant funding we received has allowed us to get where we are today.

We are deeply honored to show you the work that we do at Babylon Micro-Farms and demonstrate the potential for small businesses to be at the very cutting edge of sustainable technology.

With this administration’s support, our industry has a bright future.

Without further ado, it is my honor to welcome the Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris.

Press Contact

Chris Hollomon

Marketing & PR Manager

chris.hollomon@babylonmicrofarms.com

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