
Empowering Agriculture with Science and Innovation
Higher Ground Plant Consulting
Welcome to our agricultural consulting firm, where science meets innovation to cultivate sustainable solutions for the future of agriculture. Our team of experts is dedicated to advancing the field through a diverse range of specialized services, ensuring that our clients achieve optimal results in their agricultural endeavors.
Our Mission
At Higher Ground Plant Consulting, we are dedicated to advancing agricultural science and optimizing plant health through innovative experimental design, rigorous statistical analysis, and sustainable practices. Our mission is to empower growers, researchers, and agricultural businesses by providing expert consulting services that encompass the entire spectrum of plant science and optimization, compliance and regulatory guidance, specialized services, bio-efficacy testing, and soil and water management.
Services
Summary
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Starting with Cultivation Advisory Services, experts assist in site selection, facility design, and growth optimization, emphasizing sustainable practices like organic farming and integrated pest management. Compliance & Regulatory Support ensures businesses navigate the complex licensing process, adhere to regulations, and prepare for audits. Genetics & Breeding services help in selecting and developing strains with desired traits, utilizing advanced techniques like tissue culture and cloning. For Post-Harvest Processing & Quality Control, consultants provide guidance on harvesting techniques, processing methods, and quality assurance to maintain product consistency and safety. Training & Education programs offer workshops, on-site training, and resource materials to equip staff with essential knowledge. Technology Integration services include implementing automation solutions, leveraging data analytics, and recommending software tools to streamline operations. Finally, Community & Industry Engagement involves networking with industry professionals, advocating for favorable legislation, and promoting community outreach and social equity initiatives.
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Navigating the complex world of agricultural regulations is our specialty. We ensure compliance with USDA, EPA, APHIS, FDA, and FSA standards, handle regulatory registrations, and maintain high standards of bio-security and safety. Our services include ISO certification auditing, application submission and licensing for hemp and medical products, and developing effective regulatory strategies. We also interpret Certificates of Analysis (COA) for our clients.
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We offer meticulous experimental design tailored for field, lab, and bench-scale studies. Our statistical analysis services provide robust, data-driven insights, while our bio-efficacy testing identifies critical concentration dependencies and thresholds. We conduct both experimental and validation trials to ensure reliability, evaluate biotic and abiotic stress factors, and perform detailed product stability, toxicology, and mode-of-action studies.
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Our expertise in plant physiology and biochemistry focuses on optimizing secondary metabolite production. We provide strategic nutrient analysis and delivery, along with grow room design for controlled environments. Committed to eco-friendly practices, we implement regenerative and sustainable agricultural methods and offer strategic agronomic crop selection to maximize yield and sustainability.
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We offer training and education on sterile techniques, optimize media and growth regulator selection, and provide guidance for achieving optimal plant growth through our plant tissue culture services.
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Leveraging advanced technologies, we utilize drones for mapping, precision agriculture, LiDAR, thermal imaging, pest identification, and crop health surveillance. Our team assists with grant writing and conducts comprehensive environmental impact studies. In the cannabis sector, we provide indoor and outdoor growth design, including infrastructure, genetics, HVAC, fertigation, and business development support.
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Our soil and water management services include thorough sampling, analysis, and interpretation, along with integrated pest management (IPM) strategies to effectively control pests.
Our firm is dedicated to advancing agricultural practices through rigorous scientific methodologies, innovative technologies, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Collaborations
“Working with Higher Ground Plant Consulting has been very beneficial for our organization. Their expertise in experimental design and regulatory compliance has helped us achieve remarkable results.”
Brad Booker, Soil Sciences, Station Manager | AG METRICS GROUP