2-Day Aquaponics Intensive [ONLINE + IN PERSON]
2-Day Aquaponics Intensive [ONLINE + IN PERSON]
Join us on this Winter to learn aquaponics in our cozy Brooklyn greenhouse!
Led by Oko Farms Founder and Director Yemi Amu, our 2-day intensive aquaponics course is a deep dive into the history, science, and practice of aquaponics, a unique ecosystem approach to farming that saves water while growing more food sustainably.
Participants will gain insights into the aquaponics ecosystem, its significance in enhancing food security, and its role in promoting environmental stewardship.
Can’t join us on site? No problem! We offer a hybrid option for participants to join us live on zoom.
PROGRAM GOALS:
Oko Farms strives to ensure participants exit our program with a strong foundation in Aquaponics System design and fish and plant cultivation. The program emphasizes aquaponics as a natural ecosystem and its permaculture applications. Participants will leave with the skills to design and maintain sustainable aquaponics operations of various sizes; the capacity to engage the public on diverse topics relating to aquaponics, fish welfare, and ecosystem sustainability; and knowledge of small good food business best practices
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Topics Covered: History of Aquaponics; Environmental and Social Impacts of Aquaponics, Microbes + Nitrogen Cycle in AP; Water Quality Parameters; Fish Management and Welfare; Plant Cultivation in AP; Aquaponics Hardware + Design; Business Best Practices
Skill Level:
This course is perfect for beginners, experienced farmers, and educators ready to explore aquaponics and expand their knowledge of food production.
Instruction:
We use a popular education model to teach sustainable aquaponics farming. We emphasize accessibility of methods and materials, showing that aquaponics can be adapted to projects of any size, location or budget. The course combines lectures and hands-on learning for in-person participants. Students will also be invited to design their own aquaponics systems for review on Day 2 by the instructor and other participants.
Dates:
JANUARY SESSION: Saturday, January 31 + Sunday, Feb 2 | 10AM-3PM EST
FEBRUARY SESSION: Saturday, February 28 + Sunday, March 1 | 10AM-3PM EST
MARCH SESSION: Saturday, March 28 + Sunday, March 29 | 10AM-3PM EST
NOTE: Schedule includes an hour break at 12:00 noon on both days. Tea, coffee, and light refreshments for snacking throughout the day are provided by Oko Farms, participants are responsible for their own lunch.
Location: Oko Farms Greenhouse | 616 E 40th St, Brooklyn NY 11203
PROGRAM FEE
In-Person: $500
Virtual: $450
This program is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, through the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program under sub award number ENE25-189.