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Since 2017, Babylon Micro-Farms\u00ae has been leading the way for on-site indoor farming and enabling communities to reconnect with their food and make healthier choices. Its award-winning hydroponic growing technology and proprietary BabylonIQ software platform can remotely manage its global network of vertical farms to deliver consistently fresh, nutritious and delicious produce all year-round. Recognized by Time magazine as one of America\u2019s Top Green Tech Companies, Babylon Micro-Farms is committed to growing sustainably with over 95% less water and no pesticides vs. traditional field farming.<\/p>\n

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Our Mission Guides Us<\/h1>\n

We bring the farm to you, inspiring a greater connection to fresh, delicious food and how it is grown.<\/h6>\n

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Our<\/span> EPIC Values Guide How We Do Business<\/span><\/h1>\n

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E<\/span>xcellence<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Operating at the highest level to improve oneself, company, and the planet.<\/h2>\n

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P<\/span>assion<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Embodying a deep commitment and sense of urgency to achieve our mission.<\/h2>\n

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I<\/span>nnovative<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Developing resourceful, commercial solutions to challenging problems.<\/h2>\n

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C<\/span>ustomer Centric<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Creating a superior customer experience through cross-collaboration.<\/h2>\n

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Babylon Micro-Farms’ Leadership Team<\/h2>\n

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Over 18 years of experience in various industries with a focus on sustainability, a versatile and results-oriented leader. He oversees all operations to support customer experience, product iteration, and efficient day-to-day operations.<\/p>\n

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Biological systems engineer and horticulturist specializing in crop optimization, data-driven insights, and sustainable scaling. Committed to shaping the future of sustainable food systems that improve plant health and reduce waste.<\/p>\n

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Career rooted in biotech\/agtech startups and hospitality, scaling businesses through crafting compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, building strategies that elevate brand presence, and delivering measurable results.<\/p>\n

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Hands-on Doer focused on delivering exceptional customer experience. Deep indoor growing experience from the field for customer engagement and leading customer innovation. Passionate about improving our food system and increasing local resiliency.<\/p>\n

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The beginnings of Babylon Micro-Farms\u00ae.<\/h6>\n

Babylon Micro-Farms began with the idea of growing food where it was never thought possible. Founders Alexander Olesen and Graham Smith met at the University of Virginia where they first designed a low-cost Micro-Farm to provide nutritious produce for food-insecure refugees. <\/span><\/p>\n

Their goal was to bring the benefits of sustainable hydroponic farming to anyone who needed it. As a result, they developed technology that would automate the complex aspects of indoor farming by simplifying crop production and making it accessible to anyone.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Let\u2019s Harvest Together<\/h2>\n

We would love to hear your food story and see how we can grow it.<\/h6>\n

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