Sakata Seed America celebrates renovation of Cal Poly greenhouse complex

Sakata Seed America representatives attended the grand opening of the newly renovated Howard C. Brown Horticultural Greenhouse Complex at California Polytechnic State University, following the company’s $50,000 pledge to help modernize the greenhouse complex.

The grand opening ceremony, held March 21, unveiled enhancements and restorations of the 18,000-square-foot ornamental horticulture facility, which initially opened in 1969.

Updates to the complex include the installation of new shade and thermal curtains; advanced fog, cooling and steam-sterilization systems; and new concrete flooring. The improved complex aims to provide hands-on learning to Cal Poly students, with an emphasis on landscape and horticulture installation and design, vegetable production, floral production and design, and disease and pest control management.

“We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to contribute to this exciting and impactful project. This educational greenhouse complex serves as a valuable resource for students and educators and aligns with Sakata’s commitment to promoting horticultural stewardship and mentorship for future generations of leaders in the seed industry and beyond.,” said Justin Davis, senior sales & marketing director of Sakata Seed America.

Greenhouse 3/Room 108 was dedicated to Sakata Seed America in recognition of its contribution.