Posts tagged: #education

iEat Green Shares Interview with Onika Abraham, Director of Farm School NYC

Hi All, This past Thursday, I had the pleasure of talking with Onika Abraham, the director of Farm School NYC, about their organization. Farm School NYC  offers adults comprehensive, professional training in sustainable agriculture that is grounded in social and … Read More

January 23: CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute on NYC Sugary Drink Policies

The CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute Hosts: A Roundtable Discussion on New York City Sugary Drink Policies Join a discussion with policy makers, community organizers, health advocates, and more, on the future of sugary drink policy in New York City. … Read More

January 13: Intro to Aquaculture with OKO Farms

Get a detailed introduction to aquaponics – growing plants and fish in a recirculating ecosystem – from the fabulous duo behind Oko Farms, NYC’s only outdoor aquaponics farm & education center. More details online. When: Sat, January 13, 2018, 11:00 … Read More

January 4: Food for Life: Kickstart Your Health (5 class series)

“The Food for Life: Kickstart Your Health classes offer a chance to discover which foods are optimal for weight management, learn about various health topics including blood pressure and digestion, and get empowered with the practical cooking skills needed to … Read More

November 8: Urban Food Policy Forum: NYC Since 2007: Lessons for the Next Decade

Urban Food Policy Forum: Food Policy in New York City Since 2007: Lessons for the Next Decade In this session, key New York City food policy makers will discuss how food policy governance works in New York City and what … Read More

July 29: Family Farm Tour @OKO Farms

Monthly Tour This guided tour is for individuals and small groups (of less than 5 people). Join other aquaponics enthusiasts on the farm, learn about the various biological components that make up our farm and take an up close look at … Read More

My Interview with Alethea Vasilas and Aidan Feeney from Orkestai Farm

Hi All, Orkestai Farm is a special place! It is a CSA organic farm situated at the 400 acre Planting Fields Arboretum in Upper Brookville, Long Island, where they have created a community of autistic young adults to help work … Read More