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Introduction to Aquaponics Workshop

On Wednesday, December 3rd from 6pm to 8pm join local aquaponics gurus Spencer Curry and Kieran Foran of local benefit corporation FRESH Farm Aquaponics at the offices of Sustainable America at 700 Canal Street, Stamford, CT for a free 2 hour introduction to aquaponics.

This 120 minute master class will explore how you can grow food organically, year round, through a variety of highly productive aquaponic growing mediums. Specifically, the course will address:

What is aquaponics?
- How plants and fish create highly productive growing ecosystems
System types & how to pick the right system for your needs
Plant choice
- You can grow just about anything, with a focus on local greens and herbs
How to care for your fish
Understanding your water chemistry
- Easier than you think!
Next Steps for getting started
- For the Aquapioneers

You'll leave the class with all of the basic knowledge that you will need to get started with a basic aquaponics system, but for those interested in more serious applications, FRESH Farm Aquaponics will also be offering a course called Aquaponics Abundance.

Workshop attendees will receive a coupon for 10% off the registration fee!

"I love my new system! Thank you FRESH Farm for building this system here at Thompson Street Farm. I've begun sprouting 50 heads of lettuces and several varieties of herbs to grow in the media beds."
- Brenda Sullivan, FRESH Farms customer

About FRESH Farm Aquaponics: Launched in November of 2012, FRESH Farm Aquaponics is a benefit corporation originating in South Glastonbury, CT. We are a small organic farm specializing in aquaponically grown produce. Our farm currently features 2 aquaponics systems: a 12x18 Conscious Family Garden and a 40x34 Conscious Community Garden which accommodates up to 34 full sized plants in a 2x4 area. Visit the FRESH Farm website to learn more.

About Sustainable America: Founded in 2012, Sustainable America is an environmental non-profit organization based in Stamford, CT with the mission to make the nation's food and fuel systems more resilient, efficient and sustainable. Sustainable America's offices feature a showcase of sustainable food and fuel technologies including an active aquaponics system growing greens and tilapia. Visit the Sustainable America website to learn more.