Cutting-edge bio-tech, right in your backyard.
Biophi is a horticulture innovation hub rooted in the heart of the greenhouse industry, Leamington, Ontario.
We focus on real-time problem solving to advance horticultural science, foster innovation, and support sustainable practices.
Our food systems are stressed.
Emerging diseases, shrinking margins, and environmental pressures demand innovative solutions to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Biophi is dedicated to tackling these challenges head-on.
We’re exploring cutting-edge techniques and technology to redefine what’s possible when it comes to greenhouse growing.
With in-house genetics, crop trial, plant propagation, data science, and nutrition teams, we produce industry-relevant solutions and get them into market faster.
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Our creative and collaborative model brings together growers, suppliers, retailers, academics, and government to work together on industry-wide challenges.
We believe that the only way to transform the industry is to collectively explore future-forward solutions that will benefit all.
Our mission is to advance horticultural science and innovation that drives meaningful change.
We can do so by improving crop productivity, strengthening food security, enhancing sustainability and fueling economic growth across the horticulture industry.
Our vision is to be a driving force in horticultural research and innovation by empowering growers, fostering collaboration, and shaping a more resilient, sustainable, and food-secure future for Canada and beyond.
Key Objectives
Research & Development
We are leading industry research to explore novel horticultural techniques, plant improvement, disease management, crop protection, and resource optimization. By uniting experts across disciplines, we are driving innovation and delivering real-world solutions to the industry’s most pressing challenges.
Industry Collaboration
We collaborate closely with industry stakeholders, including greenhouse growers, producers, and horticultural organizations. Through partnerships and knowledge-sharing initiatives, we aim to bridge the gap between research and practical implementation, ensuring that our findings directly benefit the horticulture industry and address real-world challenges.
Technology & Innovation
As a hub for horticultural innovation, we actively explore next-generation techniques, such as precision agriculture, remote sensing, robotics, and automation to improve efficiency, reduce resource consumption, and enhance productivity in horticultural practices.
Sustainable Practices
Sustainability is a core focus of our research and development. We are committed to reducing the environmental impact of horticulture through smarter and more sustainable growing methods that support a resilient and responsible industry.