I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Jake Emling. My career in horticulture started after attending Michigan State University for both my undergraduate and graduate degrees in the field. Over the past decade, my experiences have related to a variety of specialties including food production, entomology, and viticulture. I have worked with notable institutions such as Michigan State University and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and have also worked for a number of private companies.  Beginning in July 2018, I began to focus my career in the field of controlled environment agriculture (CEA). Two years later, I utilized the knowledge and experience I gained in CEA to start Root 42 Harvests, a family owned and operated hydroponic produce company with my wife Katie.
While my professional career has focused around outdoor/indoor cultivation practices and nutrient & pest management, I have an undeniable passion for viticulture and enology. Over the past ten years, I have been instrumental in the establishment and/or management of at least one dozen vineyards in France and across the United States in Washington, Michigan, and Ohio.
In August 2021, I was awarded the highest certification awarded through the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) by being named a Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH). As a CPH, I have met the continuing education and practical experience criteria established by the ASHS Board and have demonstrated continuing experience, education, and professional development in the horticultural industry.
I look forward to helping spread my knowledge and expertise with other growers in the both the CEA space and greenhouse food production. I am a strong believer that if we all work together we can help improve the industry and develop the talent of the next generation of growers. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me.