Yet I believe many growers are looking for the future of horticulture in the wrong place. It includes onboarding, training, lost productivity, reduced team effectiveness, and the institutional knowledge that often disappears when experienced employees leave. The future of horticulture will undoubtedly include more automation, more artificial intelligence, and more sophisticated production systems. What it cannot easily replicate is a team of experienced employees who trust one another, share institutional knowledge, and remain committed to a common purpose. 0 1 5 The Future of Horticulture Is Human