CEAg Talks: Meet Georgia's Youngest Hydroponic Farmer

By Dana Shugrue|August 5, 2025

At 15 years old, Malon James is the youngest USDA-certified hydroponic farmer in the state of Georgia. We recently sat down with James to discuss his journey into the CEA space, the biggest accomplishments and challenges he’s experienced throughout his career so far, and how he encourages his peers to adopt an eco-friendly mindset.

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