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Redifarms going strong and growing in Westfield
August 15, 2023
Redifarms going strong and growing in Westfield US (NJ): “Crop diversity is one of the things that sets us apart from other vertical farms” Back in July 2021, when we last checked in with Redifarms, they had just received the local approvals needed t…
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New Hydroponic Farm in Westfield Growing Produce, and Business
May 3, 2023
Redi-farms, an indoor, vertical, hydroponic farm, is forging ahead. WESTFIELD, NJ – It’s a business poised for growth. Redi-farms, an indoor, vertical, hydroponic farm at 610 North Ave. East celebrated its opening Thursday evening in the rear section…
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Westfield Planning Board Grants Redifarms Design Changes
April 5, 2023
WESTFIELD — The Westfield Municipal Planning Board approved an application on Monday for a redesign plan at Redifarm’s Greene Building, located on North Avenue East next to Westfield Lumber. The Greene Building, known locally as the former site of Ha…
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Westfield Board Gets Early Look at Hydroponic Farm, Restaurant And School
March 8, 2022
WESTFIELD, NJ — Plans for an indoor hydroponic farm, banquet hall and nonprofit educational space got the Westfield Planning Board’s approval Monday. Owners Greg Redington and Michele Modestino walked the planning board through their plans for the in…
The Westfield Leader
FINDING ROOM TO GROW: VERTICAL FARM PLANS TAKE SHAPE
December 16, 2021
WESTFIELD — For Greg Redington and Michele Modestino, cofounders of Redi-Farms, sustainability is much more than a buzzword. The couple, who also own RedCom Design and Construction, recently se- cured approval from the Westfield mayor and council to…
The Westfield Leader
WESTFIELD COUNCIL RETURNS LIVE; OKs HANDLER BUILDING REDEVELOP
July 14, 2021
By JESSE WINTER For The Leader/Times WESTFIELD — The Westfield Town Council met in-person for the first time in more than 16 months since the global pandemic swept through Westfield and moved government meetings to an all-digital posture. Mayor Shell…
Town of Westfield New Jersey, Letter to the Editor was submitted by Mayor Brindle
WESTFIELD’S ECONOMIC FUTURE IS BRIGHT — AND GREEN!
July 14, 2021
Town of Westfield (The following Letter to the Editor was submitted by Mayor Brindle on July 14, 2021.) Can you imagine being able to buy locally grown organic produce all year round from a farm in Westfield? Or attending adult education classes abou…
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HYDROPONIC FARM, RESTAURANT, AND LEARNING CENTER SET FOR WESTFIELD
July 1, 2021
Vertical Farm Daily Two town residents are planting the seeds for an indoor vertical hydroponic farm anticipated to provide locally grown foods, alongside a teaching kitchen, banquet hall, and educational not-for-profit space. But before they can bre…
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RECENTLY OPENED FARM TO BREATHE NEW LIFE IN HISTORICAL BUILDING
July 1, 2021
Vertical Farm Daily Westfield residents Michele Modestino and Greg Redington announced the start of their new business venture, Redi-farms, LLC, an indoor, vertical, hydroponic farm, providing a locally grown food source to the community. …
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REDI-FARMS, LLC PLANS UNVEILED FOR TOWN OF WESTFIELD
June 30, 2021
TAPintoWestfield Century-old building to be restored for vertical farming facility to grow local produce; restaurant, banquet hall, and non-profit educational center to be added with focus on sustainability Westfield residents Michele Modestino and G…
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REDI-FARMS, LLC PLANS UNVEILED FOR WESTFIELD COMMUNITY
June 29, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele Modestino (michelem@redifarms.com) Century-old building to be restored for vertical farming facility to grow local produce; restaurant, banquet hall, and non-profit educational center to be added with focus on s…