Key Takeaways
- Agritecture and CEAg World have launched the 2025 Global CEA Census to gather insights from operators worldwide.
- The survey focuses on the economic viability of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), including costs, pricing, AI adoption, and profitability.
- Participants completing the survey will receive rewards such as a free consultation, Pro access to Agritecture Designer, and early access to the report.
- Respondents are also entered into a lottery for a $1,000 travel grant and free passes to CEAg World 2025 in Durham, North Carolina.
- The Global CEA Census closes on September 30, 2025.
Global CEA Census Targets Economic Viability
Agritecture and CEAg World have opened the 2025 Global CEA Census, a survey designed to capture the current state of Controlled Environment Agriculture operations worldwide. The initiative aims to provide a clearer picture of how growers are navigating economic challenges, technological adoption, and climate pressures.
“This year’s census is about understanding the economic realities behind CEA,” Agritecture stated. “By collecting global insights, we can provide operators with data-driven benchmarks on profitability, costs, and innovation strategies that help shape future business models.”
Rewards for Completing the Global CEA Census
The survey, which takes approximately 5–8 minutes to complete, asks CEA operators about pricing structures, operational costs, AI integration, and other factors influencing business performance.
Participants who fully complete the survey will receive:
- A free 20-minute consultation with an Agritecture expert.
- 12 months of Pro access to Agritecture Designer.
- Early access to the 2025 Global CEA Census Report.
- An invitation to an exclusive webinar, “The State of CEA in 2024 – Insights & Predictions for 2025 and Beyond.”
In addition, participants are automatically entered into a lottery for a $1,000 travel and accommodation grant to attend CEAg World (November 19–21, Durham, NC) or one of five complimentary conference passes.
Take the Survey Now: https://www.surveymonkey.
Deadline for Participation
The census closes on September 30, 2025. Organizers encourage growers, technology providers, and other stakeholders across the CEA sector to contribute their perspectives to help build a global, data-driven view of the industry.
