If so, we’d love you to be involved.

The project will be launched in Autumn 2021 and will run for at least 12 months. Environmental data will be collected via the smart greenhouse control system, a WiFi-connected Internet of Things device. Growing data will be collected using the Harvst grow diary app, with events (sowing, germination, transplanting, harvesting) being entered by the greenhouse owner.

Data will be available to all participants throughout the project.

Project members will have access to :

• A Harvst Sprout mini greenhouse and accessories at 20% off list price.
• Discounted seeds, nutrients, compost and equipment from our partner supplier(s).
• A community of project members.
• Advice and tips for growing herbs and greens at home in a controlled environment.

Project members will be expected to:

• Use the Harvst grow diary to record crop events (sowing, germination, transplanting, harvesting).
• Share photos and, where possible, videos.
• Contribute to discussions and surveys on techniques and growing conditions.
• Engage with the community of other Four-Season Project members.

The goals of the project will be to:

• Produce a set of techniques, products and advice to help more people grow more of their food at home.
• Produce educational material for schools and parents to help children learn about food production, the environment, automation technology, and the concepts of Controlled Environment Agriculture.
• Promote home-grown food as a way to reduce food miles and single-use plastic packaging, particularly for salads.