Urban Farming Through Hydroponics
+ individual mini hydroponics kit!
Hydroponics Workshop (with HydroKit)
The urban farming with HydroKit is a 1-hour programme designed to allow students to understand and learn certain aspects of urban farming.
Students will be able to apply science concepts such as the life cycle of plants and plant systems. At the same time, besides fundamental science knowledge, students will also gain exposure on food security – what it is, why it is important to achieve it, and how urban farming can help us achieve food security.
Product Highlights
- Inexpensive basic system
- Portable with no wires & pumps
- Low maintenance
- Small system suitable for microgreens (11.6cm x 7.6cm x 8.2cm)
- Comes with a comprehensive guide!
- 11 educational experiments
HydroKit Hydroponics Kit
Comes with 11 Educational Experiments
Enhance your learning experience while growing hydroponically!
Portable
Small & compact with no wires attached, transport them anywhere with ease!
Low Maintenance
Compared to a normal potted plant, your indoor plants are lower in maintenance!
Comprehensive Guide
Suitable for beginners, your hydroponics journey is made fuss-free with our comprehensive guide!
The HydroKit is a compact, beginner-friendly hydroponics kit designed to introduce you to the world of soil-less gardening effortlessly. With two planting pots, it’s the perfect way to explore hydroponics without the hassle of complex set-ups, electricity, or pumps. Whether you’re a first-time gardener or a seasoned plant lover, HydroKit simplifies the process of growing fresh produce at home.
Inside the HydroKit, you’ll find everything you need to get started: two growing pots, a planting tray, high-quality seeds, sponge, planting box, planting cup, spray bottle, nutrient solution, and a pipette—all paired with a detailed instruction guide. Every component is selected to ensure an enjoyable and successful gardening experience.
What sets HydroKit apart is its focus on both sustainability and education. Beyond just growing plants, the kit includes 11 unique experiments, designed to extend the learning journey and repurpose the included materials long after your first harvest. These experiments not only reinforce key principles of hydroponics but also foster curiosity and hands-on learning for kids and adults alike.
Perfect for home, classroom, or office, HydroKit is a sustainable way to connect with nature while discovering the benefits of modern, soil-less farming.
Workshop Description
Group Size
Min 5 Pax
Convenient Location
Our Studio: Take Exit B from Marymount MRT and walk towards MAPEX building. Proceed to the third floor via the lift and exit through 2 doors on the right to the carpark. We are located right at the end!
Your Location: We are able to conduct the workshops at your school! Additional transportation charges apply. Please enquire for more details!
Duration
1-1.5 Hours
Professional Trainers
Each trainer will be assigned to a few participants to ensure that full guidance is provided
Ideal For
- Children
- Team Building
- Learning about Greenery
- Work together as a team
Benefits of Hydroponics Workshops
Food Security
Students will learn about sources of food in Singapore, the food production chain, and the components of food security. They will be able to assess Singapore’s food security level.
Environmental Sustainability
Hydroponic systems are often more resource-efficient than traditional soil-based farming.
Workshops can educate participants on how hydroponics can save water, and reduce the need for pesticides contributing to environmental sustainability.
Hands-On Learning
Hydroponics workshops provide practical, hands-on experience in setting up and maintaining hydroponic systems.
Participants can actively engage with the hydroponics equipment and techniques involved in this method of plant cultivation.
Hydroponics Workshop FAQ
Hydroponics is a urban farming method which uses nutrient solution and water to grow plants in a controlled environment.
Hydroponics is an innovative and soil-less method of cultivating plants, where the traditional role of soil is replaced with a nutrient-rich water solution. In this fascinating agricultural technique, plants are meticulously nurtured in a precisely controlled environment to optimize their growth and overall well-being. Instead of relying on natural soil for nutrients, hydroponic systems provide plants with essential minerals and elements directly through the water, creating an ideal growing medium.
Hydroponics has gained popularity in agriculture and horticulture due to its potential to deliver several benefits. Not only can it result in accelerated growth rates and increased crop yields when compared to traditional soil-based farming, but it also allows for cultivation in a wider range of settings, including indoor and controlled environments. In essence, hydroponics embodies a modern approach to agriculture, promising a more sustainable and efficient way to nurture plants and produce a bounty of fresh, healthy crops.
Students will learn:
- The importance of food security in the context of Singapore
- The benefits of urban farming
- Hydroponics and how it works as an urban farming method
- How to use hydroponics to grow vegetables.
Each participant will receive 1 HydroKit hydroponics system. The HydroKit is a compact and beginner-friendly hydroponics kit with 2 planting pots.
The duration of the hydroponics workshop typically takes around 1.5hours per session. If you are looking at multiple sessions, please feel free to enquire as our workshops are highly customizable.
For logistical purposes, we would require the hydroponics workshop to be conducted in a classroom setting, with a visualizer at the front.
For the hydroponics system, the materials that you will need are:
Water, Nutrient Solution A & B, Sponges and seeds.
These will be provided in your HydroKit Hydroponics kit.
No prior knowledge or experience is required for any workshop at EcoPonics! Our urban through workshops are suitable for beginners and our skilled facilitators will bring you through the process of urban farming step-by-step.
Ecoponics workshops emphasize hands-on learning, allowing participants to interact with hydroponic systems and equipment. Practical experience is often the most effective way to learn about hydroponics.
Depending on your needs, Ecoponics offer customized workshop options.
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