A pioneering indoor farming enterprise has identified a fresh market segment: elementary and secondary education institutions.
The company, Babylon Micro-Farms, has recently introduced the STEM Garden, an indoor hydroponic growing system designed specifically for educational purposes within schools.
Representing a scaled-down version of Babylon’s earlier Galleri Micro-Farm, the STEM Garden model is constructed at the company’s main facility in Scott’s Addition. This new offering is more affordable and compact, catering to educational institutions aiming to enhance their science programs through interactive experiences. In these programs, students have the opportunity to engage in the entire plant growth cycle, from seeding to harvesting. The STEM Garden boasts the capacity to cultivate 90 plants and produce up to two pounds of greens weekly.
In contrast, the Galleri is optimized for food production, serving the needs of various organizations like universities, corporate cafeterias, and senior living centers, by providing an on-site source of fresh produce. Operated remotely via Babylon’s subscription-based BabylonIQ software, the Galleri can accommodate 280 plants, including a variety of leafy greens, herbs, and edible flowers.
