Moonflower Farms - Market Research Report
Company Overview
Name: Moonflower Farms
Mission of the Company: No information is available
Founded: 2016
Founder: Federico Marques
Key People:
- Federico Marques (CEO)
Headquarters:
- 3805 Fuqua Street, Houston, TX 77047
Number of Employees: No information is available
Revenue of the Company: No information is available
What is the Company Known For:
- Moonflower Farms is known as the largest hydroponic farm in the greater Houston area. The company is recognized for its innovative approach to sustainable urban farming, particularly its use of space-age technology to solve real-world problems through hydroponics.
Products
Offered Products:
- Butterheads
- Red Oak
- Romaine
- A plethora of herbs (Oregano, etc.)
- SupaGreens™ box:
- Organically grown superfoods delivered directly to consumers' homes.
High-Level Description of the Products:
- Butterheads, Red Oak, Romaine, Herbs: Maintaining high-quality, pesticide-free, and organically grown produce.
- SupaGreens™ Box: Packs of highly nutritious, pesticide-free, organically grown superfoods delivered through the farm-to-home program.
Key Features of Each Product:
- Hydroponic Products:
- Eco-friendly: Utilizes sustainable farming methods including rainwater capture systems and backup energy solutions.
- Year-round Production: Offers year-round access to fresh produce.
- Nutrient-dense: High nutritional value free from pesticides.
- SupaGreens™ Box:
- Direct-to-consumer Delivery: Fresh produce delivered at customer doorsteps.
- Packaging: Packaged organically grown superfoods ensuring freshness.
- Community Contribution: A portion of produce is donated to food banks and pantries.
Recent Developments
National Recognition:
- Award: Winner of the American Heart Association’s Foodscape Innovation Excellence Award for Sustainable Farming through Water Conservation.
Response to Winter Storm Uri:
- Utilized forced air heaters and backup generators to maintain greenhouse temperature.
- Relied on a rainwater capture system to keep crops watered.
- Sold out of over 3,000 heads of lettuce and other greens in 24 hours.
- Donated 10% of the harvest to food banks and pantries.
New Products and Features:
- SupaGreens™ Box: New farm-to-home delivery program offering a box of pesticide-free, organically grown superfoods directly to consumers.
Partnerships and Programs:
- Farm to Home Program: Direct delivery of produce to local residents.
- Community Support: Engaged with charities, food co-ops, and local markets for wider distribution during crises.
Media Coverage:
- Featured in:
- Great Day Houston with host Debra Duncan and Cristina Kooker.
- Culturemap: Recognized for green work and sustainable initiatives.
- HortiDaily.com's article on sustainable farming models.
Contact Information
Farm Location:
3805 Fuqua Street, Houston, TX 77047
Phone: 832.856.0955
Website: [Moonflower Farms](http://www.moonflowerfarms.com)
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