As economic pressures mount across the greenhouse industry — rising input costs, labor shortages, and tighter margins — growers are being pushed to make difficult decisions. But in times like these, one of the most powerful tools we have isn’t just a new product or technique. It’s each other.
The growers who are navigating today’s challenges most effectively are the ones who are collaborating: sharing knowledge, pooling insights, and working more closely with suppliers, crop advisors, and peers. Collaboration is no longer a luxury — it’s becoming a survival strategy.
Why Collaboration Matters More Than Ever
When growers work in isolation, they’re often left to make critical decisions with limited data. But when they connect with others — whether it’s through grower networks, crop advisor partnerships, or supply chain relationships — the benefits can be significant:
- Faster problem-solving: When one grower faces a pest outbreak, others nearby often aren’t far behind. Sharing pest trend data or control methods can give others a head start.
- Cost-sharing innovations: From biocontrol bulk purchases to shared consulting services, alliances can lower costs.
- More effective decision-making: Seeing how others are managing labor, crop timing, or climate control can spark ideas that might not surface solo.
IPM Scoutek: Empowering Private Collaboration, Not Data Sharing
At IPM Scoutek, we understand how important it is for greenhouse operations to maintain full control and privacy over their data. We don’t share data between greenhouses — and we never will. But what we do offer is a way to facilitate private, secure collaboration with trusted advisors.
Growers using IPM Scoutek can choose to extend read-only access to their crop consultants or IPM specialists. This enables those advisors to view scouting data, pest pressure trends, and treatment history — all in real-time — without needing to exchange endless emails or spreadsheets.
This level of controlled visibility allows for:
- Faster, more informed recommendations from advisors
- Improved coordination between in-house teams and external experts
- Greater confidence in IPM decisions, backed by real-time data
It’s collaboration, on your terms — with your data staying exactly where it belongs: with you.
Building a Resilient Future Together
The greenhouse sector has always been innovative, but now more than ever, it must be connected. Whether it’s joining a grower roundtable, opening up your data with trusted partners, or working more closely with your suppliers — collaboration can strengthen your bottom line and your long-term resilience.
IPM Scoutek is here to support that vision. Let’s build smarter, more connected growing systems — together.