US (NY): Morrisville State connects youths with agriculture industry
The aim is to interest young people excited about the many possibilities for future jobs in the industry.
“Agriculture programs are the fastest growing at Morrisville State College,” Rogers said. “What was once old is new again. As we make new discoveries, we reach back to time-tested methods and practices to give them new application in a modern world.”
“We know that progress never stops, and only those who roll up their sleeves and dig deep will be those who lead us through change,” Rogers said. “We not only witness, but contribute to, technology’s disruption of many industries, and agriculture is no exception.”
“We lead this work through exciting new ventures including on-campus organic farming with both low- and high-tunnel production, and indoor farming or controlled-environment agriculture, involving both aquaponics and hydroponics,” Rogers said.
The college established a high-tunnel greenhouse last year, when it also received certification for its organic farming. The operation joined the college’s 4,000-gallon aquaponics system in a controlled environment agriculture (CEA) greenhouse, which can produce up to 22,000 heads of lettuce and 1,700 pounds of tilapia per year. Both facilities share the advantage of extending growing seasons and protecting crops.
Also at the fair are Morrisville displays on renewable energy, including alternative fuels, biodigesters, wind and solar power, and more.
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