Oko Farms 40.70367° N -73.94132° W

Description

Oko Farms is an Aquaponics Production and Education Company in Brooklyn, New York. We operate a 2,500 sq ft outdoor aquatic farm that cultivates a variety of freshwater fish and vegetables together in a sustainable recirculating ecosystem. By utilizing aquaponics we bring organically grown, local and affordable freshwater fish and vegetables to New York City residents.


Lunch Notes

Indoor space for lunch available

Bathroom Notes

Indoor bathroom available

Info

104 Moore Street
Brooklyn, NY 11206

oko@okofarms.com

Sun
Closed
Mon
Closed
Tues
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Wed
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Thur
Closed
Fri
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Sat
10:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Subjects
Nutrition, Agriculture, Cultural Connections, Biology, Ecosystems, Engineering, Technology, Sustainability, Animals, Botany, Science
Activities
Field Trip, School Based Program, Professional Development, Family Programs
Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult, Postsecondary
Cost
Reduced Price For Title 1 Schools
Accommodations
Special Education Programs

Learning Experiences

Field Trip

Culinary Exploration Workshop

Explore the taste of our farm! This is a fun experiential experience for both children and adults. Take a culinary tour of the farm and learn about the ethnically diverse vegetables and herbs we grow in water. With guidance from our team, you'll harvest produce and prepare seasonal recipes that are packed with nutrition and flavor. Participants will leave with the knowledge and skills to prepare simple, nutritious and delicious meals at home.

Subjects Covered

nutrition, agriculture, cultural connections

Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, adult
Capacity
15 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

field trip

Duration
90 min.

DIY Aquaponics Build

A fun workshop for youth and adults. Learn the basics of Aquaponics design for small scale systems for the home or classroom. You'll learn how to build these recirculating units out of simple materials. Finally, you'll leave with a full materials list and the confidence to get your own home system up and running.

Subjects Covered

biology, ecosystems, engineering, technology, agriculture, sustainability

Grades
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, postsecondary, adult
Capacity
20 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

field trip

Duration
60 min.
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Aquaponics - Farming in Water

Explore this ancient organic farming method of growing plants and aquatic animals together in a recirculating ecosystem. Participants will learn about the history and science of this symbiotic food production method, its environmental benefits as well as its various applications. The workshop includes an up close look of the wide diversity of plants, aquatic animals and hardware that comprise our our unique urban farm.

Subjects Covered

biology, ecosystems, animals, agriculture, botany, sustainability

Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, postsecondary, adult
Capacity
30 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Activity

field trip

Duration
60 min.
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