Off-grid hydroponic agriculture project continues to flourish in the Yukon
Ag1054 explores how hydroponic systems can support local food production in northern and remote communities
Off Grid Hydroponics Yukon
IMAGE: Spinoff benefits of the research project include supporting food donations, and using the facility as an education space to encourage other groups. Cody Coates
The AG1054 Off-Grid Hydroponic Agriculture in the North project at the Kluane Lake Research Station (KLRS) explores how off-grid hydroponic systems can support local food production in northern and remote communities. Â
In this video, Shahid Islam, agriculture research co-ordinator, and Pauly Sias, agriculture advisor, give an overview of the project and how it uses the research station to grow food and support the community.
Original Article: https://ucalgary.ca/news/grid-hydroponic-agriculture-project-continues-flourish-yukon