Cybersecure Growing: Protecting Data‑Driven Greenhouses from IT/OT Threats
As growers and suppliers move toward data‑driven and increasingly autonomous greenhouse operations, cybersecurity becomes a critical foundation rather than an afterthought. This session presents insights from the GITS project, highlighting the real vulnerabilities that emerge when greenhouse IT systems interact with operational technology such as climate computers, sensors, and automation controllers. Learn how attackers can exploit weak links, how data manipulation can disrupt models or crop decisions, and why continuous monitoring, anomaly detection, secure architectures, and sector‑wide cyber‑resilience practices are essential to safeguard modern greenhouses. Discover what it takes to build a cyber‑secure horticulture ecosystem that growers and technology partners can trust.
Speakers
Annie van de Riet is the President of AVAG, the association for the Dutch greenhouse technology sector. With a background in economic geography and extensive experience in both horticulture and advocacy, she is committed to driving the industry forward. AVAG represents 80 companies with a combined turnover of €3 billion, 80% of which comes from exports. These companies collaborate to develop quality standards, conduct research, and drive innovation in a pre-competitive environment. This collective effort has made the sector a global leader. A Dutch supplier is synonymous with state-of-the-art technology and top-quality solutions.