New BrightFarms Greenhouse in Georgia

BrightFarms celebrated the opening of its newest greenhouse in Macon, GA. BrightFarms and its parent company Cox Farms, a Cox Enterprises company, invited Macon leaders and other distinguished guests from across the state to explore the future of greenhouse technology.

The grand opening event featured interactive tours of the new Cox Farms Discovery Center, an expert-led panel discussion on the future of food and an inside look at how BrightFarms is redefining freshness, innovation and accessibility.

The Macon facility, powered by advanced, state-of-the-art greenhouse technology, and now fully operational with eight acres under glass, began shipping produce to retailers in late 2024. It represents a significant investment in Georgia’s agricultural industry and workforce.

At present, the Macon site is designed to produce approximately 22,000 pounds of lettuce per day, helping reduce food miles and improve food security in the region. It currently houses eight acres of growing space, with an additional 24 acres to be developed on the property as demand builds. This will add to the more than 700 acres of indoor farming in operation by Cox Farms, the largest greenhouse operator in the U.S. and Canada.