80 Acres Farms, a company present in the Vintage Altaroc Ohio-based Odyssey 2021 has revolutionized traditional agriculture by developing autonomous vertical farms. These facilities, powered by renewable energy sources and free of arable land, use robotic technologies and artificial intelligence to produce pesticide-free food while optimizing the use of water and space. The company, which aligns environmental performance with profitability, is today a key player in the sustainable agriculture sector .
Mike Zelkind, CEO of 80 Acres Farms, has just been recognized by Goldman Sachs as one of the “Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs of 2024.” A recognition that highlights not only his leadership, but also the considerable advances of vertical farming in the agri-food sector.
This distinction from Goldman Sachs rewards the work of the team and opens new perspectives for the company, which intends to strengthen its leading position in a rapidly expanding sector .
