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On March 2, UrbanPonics, a nonprofit focused on sustainable indoor farming, held a reception to introduce its new Upstairs Farm in Warminster.
According to Bucks County Herald, the facility is dedicated to growing organic greens and herbs in a cutting-edge, sustainable environment. The event aimed to highlight the farm’s innovative approach to food production, offering a glimpse into the future of urban agriculture, where community access to fresh, nutritious produce is at the heart of the mission.
(Credit: UrbanPonics Facebook)The farm employs two distinct but complementary growing methods: hydroponics and aquaponics. Hydroponics uses nutrient-rich water to nourish plants in stacked beds, while aquaponics pairs fish with plants in a mutually beneficial system, per the article.
Fish waste is converted into nutrients for the plants, and the plants, in turn, purify the water for the fish. This closed-loop system is not only eco-friendly, but also creates a stable, productive growing environment year-round.
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(Credit: UrbanPonics/Facebook)UrbanPonics is not just about growing food; it is also committed to education and job creation. The farm invites local school groups and community organizations for educational field trips, teaching the next generation about sustainable farming practices, according to the report.
In the future, the farm plans to establish a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, offering local residents the opportunity to pick up fresh, locally grown produce directly from the farm.
The nonprofit is led by Webb Stone, whose vision is to improve the food system by providing equitable access to healthy food and creating career opportunities in urban farming.
(Credit: UrbanPonics/Facebook)The Upstairs Farm is not only a place to grow food, but also a community hub for education and innovation in sustainable agriculture.
UrbanPonics will hold an open house on April 26 for those interested in seeing this cutting-edge farm in action.
For more details or to schedule a tour, visit the Urban Ponics website or contact [email protected].
