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Value of a Controlled Environment Agriculture Degree

What Can I Do with a Controlled Environment Agriculture Degree? While controlled environment agriculture (CEA) has existed in one form or another for quite some time, only recently has the CEA industry become a viable career path. Whether it be new interesting technology or the need for more sustainable forms of crop production, there are

CEA Workforce Development Panel: Indoor Ag-Con 2023

Indoor Ag-Con 2023 & CEA Workforce Development Since M&F Talent is one of the most established recruiting firms in the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) industry, we were invited to speak at Indoor Ag-Con 2023 in Las Vegas. Our Principal & Lead Recruiter Mike Ruane joined a speaker panel on CEA workforce development. Even more, Mike

How to Hire in the Controlled Environment Agriculture Industry

Best Ways to Hire in the Controlled Environment Agriculture Industry Recruiting in a technical field like controlled environment agriculture (CEA) is not an easy process. Not only must you understand the job requirements of a highly nuanced industry, but you also need to know how to source and hire top talent. All things considered, only

What is the True Cost of Losing an Employee?

The Real Cost of Losing an Employee is More Than You Think With nearly two decades of recruiting experience behind us, Mac & Fulton Talent Partners knows how challenging it can be to lose a key employee. Even more, if you’re company consistently shows poor retention rates, it can drastically impact your bottom line.  Especially

By |2024-04-11T09:36:37-06:00December 24th, 2022|Staffing & Recruiting|0 Comments

5 Popular Controlled Environment Agriculture Crops

What are the 5 Most Popular Controlled Environment Agriculture Crops? Business Insights on the Indoor Farming & CEA Industry The entire controlled environment agriculture (CEA) industry is based on the propagation of different crops in vertical farms and greenhouses. As thought leaders, M&F Talent wanted to shed some light on business practices, opportunities, and challenges

Food Science Jobs Explained

What are Food Science Jobs? Because the food manufacturing industry is so vast, it takes various skill sets to get food products to market. Whether it be Engineers or Logisticians, the food manufacturing industry as we know it would not exist without talented people working food science jobs. Within this spectrum, Food Scientists contribute to

By |2022-10-31T16:16:27-06:00October 31st, 2022|Food Production|2 Comments

Important Food Manufacturing Trends for 2023

Food Manufacturing Trends for Next Year Whether it be new technological advancements or pressures on the global supply chain, food manufacturing trends are shaped by many influences. Similarly, dietary trends like the farm-to-table movement have enough staying power to affect how food is produced on a commercial scale. Whatever the reason might be, the

By |2024-04-11T09:38:57-06:00September 23rd, 2022|Food Production|0 Comments

Did You Know Controlled Environment Agriculture is Good for the Environment?

Ways that Controlled Environment Agriculture is Good for the Environment  There are many ways that controlled environment agriculture is good for the environment. In today’s society, we have become totally dependent on industrial agriculture to provide our food sources. While these food production systems have been invaluable in the advancement of the world as we

What is the Best Season for Job Hunting?

Do You Know the Best Season for Job Hunting? Finding a new job is often a very difficult process. Not only must you create a resume that adequately explains your professional history, but you also need to stand out among competitors. Due to the inherently challenging nature of job searching, it's recommended you take a

By |2024-04-11T09:40:36-06:00April 26th, 2022|Staffing & Recruiting|0 Comments

Top Universities for Controlled Environment Agriculture Career Training

Where Can I Get Controlled Environment Agriculture Career Training? It seems that the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) industry grows each year. Whether it be COVID-19 putting a strain on the global supply chain, or an increased interest in locally grown foods, the CEA industry has experienced serious stimulation recently. Yet, as the booming CEA market

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