An organization that provides job training for people with disabilities has acquired a sustainable lettuce farm in Kent County.
Peckham, a vocational rehabilitation nonprofit, earlier this month said it expanded its agriculture business with the acquisition of Revolution Farms, a 3.5-acre, hydroponic, indoor lettuce farm in Caledonia. The purchase price was not disclosed, but Peckham will gain about 30 Revolution Farms employees through the acquisition.
Founded in 2018, Revolution Farms provides nearly 1.5 million pounds of salad greens each year to grocery chains, restaurants and hospitality groups throughout the Midwest. The hydroponic farm claims to use 90% less water and land compared to traditional farming methods and that its produce travels 95% fewer miles to reach consumers, ensuring freshness.
"This is an exciting new chapter for Revolution Farms," John Green, CEO of Revolution Farms, said in a statement. "Having Peckham on board means continued growth and opportunity — not only for the farm and its customers, but for our dedicated employees who are the heart of what we do."
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