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Purdue University gives high school students aquaponics tour through virtual reality

On June 11th, the Food Safety Human Factor Lab in the Department of Food Science at Purdue University welcomed Indiana high school students as part of the 4-H Academy. In collaboration with the When Blue is Green (BIG) project, the lab showcased its Aquaponic Virtual Reality (VR) Tour, offering students an immersive and interactive experience. The activity introduced virtual reality as an innovative educational tool and a creative alternative to traditional in-person farm visits. Fourteen students explored the aquaponic system while learning key food safety concepts related to aquaponic farming.

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Every year, 90% of the seafood consumed in the U.S. is imported from abroad. This volume of importation costs the U.S. $17 billion in trade deficit. Increasing our local blue foods production will not only offset these costs but also add diversity to Midwestern diets, promoting overall health and sustainability.

The goal of the When Blue is Green project is to increase local and regional production of seafood. To achieve this, we will research and develop an environmentally sustainable and economically viable food production system using aquaponics. We will also assess the economic and environmental performance of the system, engage with stakeholders, and create educational materials.

Source: Purdue University

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