"Adopting a new lighting technology is a major strategic decision"

Québec grower Gourma offers 25 potted herb varieties, including nine that are certified organic. These aromatic herbs are distributed across Québec in the produce sections of grocery retailers, reflecting the quality and reach of their greenhouse production. The company, based in Saint-Norbert, has partnered with Sollum to optimize their cultivation.

In early 2023, Gourma undertook a major brand repositioning, doubled its production area, and adopted a forward-thinking vision focused on innovation. With the integration of Sollum's dynamic lighting solution, the company is now making a significant shift towards a fully controlled and adaptable lighting environment. This collaboration will enable Gourma to precisely tailor lighting conditions to the specific needs of its herbs, influencing key factors such as morphology, color, and flavor.

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"Adopting a new lighting technology is a major strategic decision", said Charles Verdy, President of Gourma. "After visiting greenhouses already equipped with Sollum's solution, we were convinced by how quickly and easily light can be adjusted in real-time. This level of flexibility and precision aligns perfectly with our vision of innovation and food autonomy."

Gourma's previous lighting system was replaced with Sollum's dynamic LED fixtures, managed via Sollum's exclusive cloud-based platform, SUN as a Service®, which is fully integrated with the greenhouse's control systems. This solution allows Gourma to simultaneously manage different lighting strategies and easily program production zones to meet the requirements of its various herb varieties.

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"We're thrilled to be working with a forward-thinking company like Gourma that shares our values and commitment to sustainable, innovative agriculture," said Kassim Tremblay, vice president, Strategic Accounts, at Sollum Technologies. "This partnership reflects the growing recognition of the unique advantages of our solution, and we're eager to see the results in the field," he added.