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15 NH schools awarded #HydroponicGardens

NH Department of Education, Dec 2, 2024

"The New Hampshire Department of Education has awarded 15 hydroponic gardens to local schools in an effort to expand hands-on learning, offer new scientific opportunities and support STEM initiatives in classrooms statewide.

"The Department of Education is hosting a pilot program for the use of hydroponics in schools, which includes the distribution of 15 Flex Farm units from Fork Farms, as well as a limited supply of seeds, a grower toolkit and a K-12 curriculum package. Technical support and training will be provided to school professionals to ensure success of the pilot program.

"'It is our hope that the hydroponic gardens will become a unique teaching tool that inspires students and cultivates learning. Not only will this be a rewarding experience for children, but it will also help to promote healthy nutrition and fresh produce within our schools,' said Kelly Rambeau, administrator for the Department of Education’s Bureau of Wellness and Nutrition."

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“It seems like a small thing, but I am hopeful these grants will help provide students with fresh and nutritious produce and help them develop an appreciation for quality food in their lives,' said Frank Edelblut, state education commissioner.

"School districts were required to provide details about their implementation strategy when expressing interest in the pilot program. Each indoor growing flex farm uses hydroponic technology and can grow more than 394 pounds of produce each year. Each unit has 288 plant spaces and comes with a fully self-contained water system, energy efficient LED light tower, submersible pump, grower toolkit and starter supply box.

"'Fork Farms is very excited to be partnered with NHED to bring Flex Farms to more schools in New Hampshire. We believe connecting students with their food results in long-lasting healthy choices, as well as engaging, hands-on learning,' said Sam Malesa of Fork Farms. 'By integrating Flex Farms into classrooms, we aim to inspire the next generation of leaders to think critically about sustainability, nutrition and the future of food.'"

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15 NH schools awarded hydroponic gardens

The New Hampshire Department of Education has awarded 15 hydroponic gardens to local schools in an effort to expand hands-on learning, offer new scientific opportunities and support STEM initiatives in

UnionLeader.com