Aquaponics For Educators
School gardens grow more than just plants. Research has shown that students who participate in school garden programs not only enhance their academic achievement; but also improve their knowledge of healthy nutrition, expand their palate, and up their intake of fruits and vegetables. School gardens have also been shown to strengthen community and social development.
ACADEMIC USES FOR AQUAPONIC SYSTEMS
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·Hands-on environmental science, botany, biology and math are requisite parts of aquaponic systems
·Introduction of Localized Farming and its importance
·Supplementing school lunch programs with the freshest protein and produce
Aquaponics is a great complement or alternative to traditional gardening- there is no need to test the soil around the school for toxins (e.g. lead) and the fish and bacteria add a new element of biological learning.
ACADEMIC USES FOR AQUAPONIC SYSTEMS
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·Hands-on environmental science, botany, biology and math are requisite parts of aquaponic systems
·Introduction of Localized Farming and its importance
·Supplementing school lunch programs with the freshest protein and produce
Aquaponics is a great complement or alternative to traditional gardening- there is no need to test the soil around the school for toxins (e.g. lead) and the fish and bacteria add a new element of biological learning.
AQUAPONICS IS AS EASY AS A, B, C!
a) When fish are fed, they produce waste. The fish waste provides nutrients for bacteria.
b) The bacteria turn the fish waste into absorbable nutrients for plants.
c) The plants clean the water for the fish in an endless cycle of life. As long as the ecosystem is correctly installed and maintained, it is food and fish for consumption.
THE MANY USES OF AN AQUAPONICS GARDEN
For schools, the biggest curricular return for their investment is an aquaponic garden.
Whether it’s for the entire school or a single classroom, there can be no doubt that gardens make a huge difference.
Perhaps your school doesn’t have a community garden or your aquaponics knowledge is incomplete, but you like the idea and want to get started. No problem. Morningstar Fishermen is a helpful resource and would love to help you put your Aquaponic Garden together.
a) When fish are fed, they produce waste. The fish waste provides nutrients for bacteria.
b) The bacteria turn the fish waste into absorbable nutrients for plants.
c) The plants clean the water for the fish in an endless cycle of life. As long as the ecosystem is correctly installed and maintained, it is food and fish for consumption.
THE MANY USES OF AN AQUAPONICS GARDEN
For schools, the biggest curricular return for their investment is an aquaponic garden.
- Setting for spontaneous learning
- Science Lab
- Food Production and Supply Chain concepts
- Health and Nutrition
- Pollinators
- Ecosystems
- Shade plants
Whether it’s for the entire school or a single classroom, there can be no doubt that gardens make a huge difference.
Perhaps your school doesn’t have a community garden or your aquaponics knowledge is incomplete, but you like the idea and want to get started. No problem. Morningstar Fishermen is a helpful resource and would love to help you put your Aquaponic Garden together.
WHO WE ARE AND HOW WE CAN HELP
Morningstar Fishermen is a non-profit that teaches people in need around the world how to live sustainably through integrated aquaponic and organic farming. Our 10-acre training and research facility is based in Dade City, Florida.
Since its start 25 years ago, MSF has trained orphanages, humanitarian organizations, and individuals on cutting-edge aquaponic farming techniques to provide job skills, nutrient-rich food supplies, and self-empowerment to those who need it most. Morningstar’s training works to end hunger, poverty, and dependence by giving those in need the ability to feed themselves pure, healthy food.
Whether you want a small aquaponics garden for classroom demonstration or a larger AquaGrow System for your school’s garden area, Morningstar Fishermen has you covered. MSF is not just another company interested in getting more business- we are an organization committed to creating a culture of food sustainability and education.
Morningstar Fishermen is a non-profit that teaches people in need around the world how to live sustainably through integrated aquaponic and organic farming. Our 10-acre training and research facility is based in Dade City, Florida.
Since its start 25 years ago, MSF has trained orphanages, humanitarian organizations, and individuals on cutting-edge aquaponic farming techniques to provide job skills, nutrient-rich food supplies, and self-empowerment to those who need it most. Morningstar’s training works to end hunger, poverty, and dependence by giving those in need the ability to feed themselves pure, healthy food.
Whether you want a small aquaponics garden for classroom demonstration or a larger AquaGrow System for your school’s garden area, Morningstar Fishermen has you covered. MSF is not just another company interested in getting more business- we are an organization committed to creating a culture of food sustainability and education.
SERVICES OFFERED TO SCHOOLS
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As part of our installations we offer extended training workshops for teachers and staff.
The basic school package with installation starts at $899.00 and includes:
1 AquaGrow Hobby System ($499)
System Delivery and Installation ($300)
In-class presentation ($100)
One Day Training – One Teacher Included
Additional One Day Training spots (teachers and/or parents) can be included at group rates .
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- System Installation
- Raised Bed System Installation
- Educational Training, Seminars, and Workshops on Aquaponic Gardening
- Integrated Aquaponic Garden Consultations
As part of our installations we offer extended training workshops for teachers and staff.
The basic school package with installation starts at $899.00 and includes:
1 AquaGrow Hobby System ($499)
System Delivery and Installation ($300)
In-class presentation ($100)
One Day Training – One Teacher Included
Additional One Day Training spots (teachers and/or parents) can be included at group rates .
Contact Us today to discuss how Morningstar Fishermen can best design a system and program for your school.
