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iGrow Marketplace announces the addition of SGS Crop Science’s laboratory services to its brand portfolio

Eliot Merrill, Co-Founder of iGrow Marketplace, mentions that the addition of SGS Crop Science services significantly broadens their services opportunity portfolio for growers with the latest testing solutions that influence CEA, enabling more efficient and sustainable farming practices."

"Whether balancing nutrients in water, deficiencies in plant tissue, or monitoring plant pathogens, we support growers through several testing tiers and customizable programs, providing key insights to make informed crop production and distribution channel-specific requirements, ensuring continued crop health."

He continues that providing data that supports foundational audits to meet baseline compliance standards, ensuring productivity optimization, wholesaler plans, and full traceability standards for retailer programs, they are there to support growers with their regulatory and operational requirements.

"Together, we're building a greener, more sustainable future for the next generation."

Jason Carrier, Business Development Manager for SGS Crop Science, adds that they are excited to collaborate with iGrow Marketplace. "Their deep industry knowledge, hands-on experience, and strong network within the hydroponics sector allow us to focus on our core competencies, delivering the solutions producers need to succeed."

SGS Crop Science delivers localized expertise backed by a global network, providing agricultural testing solutions specifically tailored for greenhouse and hydroponic production. "We recognize that one size does not fit all, which is why we create bespoke solutions to meet the unique needs of each producer. Our services include comprehensive water quality analysis to assess nutrient profiles, detect pathogens and contaminants, and verify water suitability for hydroponic systems."

Jason states that if you can't measure it, you can't manage it. "Investing in agricultural testing is critical to safeguarding your operation. Proactive maintenance testing empowers growers to identify risks early, optimize nutrient formulations, refine production methods, and ensure consistent, healthy crop yields. It forms the foundation for preventing small issues from escalating into unmanageable crop failures or pathogen outbreaks."

iGrow Marketplace integrates agronomic consulting, laboratory analysis, equipment and operational insights into a unified offering, iGrow Marketplace empowers growers to achieve consistent yields, optimize input use, and proactively manage risks.

SGS has over 140 years of experience serving the global agricultural market, providing growers with what they need to succeed. With 2,600+ offices and labs worldwide, SGS's crop science expertise is trusted by top growers, retailers, and governments with a focus on plant, soil, water, and food safety testing.

For more information:
SGS Crop Science Canada
Jason Carrier
Jason.Carrier@sgs.com
+1 (416)-771-6914
www.sgs.com

iGrow Marketplace
Eliot Merrill
Eliot@igrowmarketplace.com
+1 (906)-282-0405
www.igrowmarketplace.com