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On Tuesday, May 5th, students from Dr. Brandy Garret Kluthe’s Biology of Global Change and Environmental Health class took to the streets of Jersey City to distribute plants to the community. The plants were grown hydroponically at CURA Farm<\/a>, located within the Mac Mahon Student Center on the campus of 猫咪社区 Peter’s University.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Students distributed different plants, such as mint, chamomile, succulents and freshly harvested basil and lettuce to professors, advisors, students and campus safety within the community of 猫咪社区 Peter\u2019s, during Earth Week. They then traveled to In Journal Square (Jersey City, NJ) to give out small hydroponics kits with guidance and instructions on how to use them, their benefits, and how they can best be used. In addition to the hydroponic kits, students passed out plants, such as mint and chamomile, to show our Jersey City neighbors an example of the products that CURA Farm grows and encourage them to grow their own.<\/p>\n

On the academic side of this effort, students from Dr. Garret Kluthe’s class wrote and delivered a report on alternative methods of farming within urban environments. Many communities have been using medicinal herbs in place of medicine, since they believe they are healthier and more affordable alternatives. However, in urban environments, it is sometimes difficult to find fresh medicinal and culturally relevant plants.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>The developments of a new growing method, such as hydroponic systems, can help in reducing the impact of climate change and maximizing the ability to grow more plants. The hydroponics can be used year round to grow plants and can be used anywhere in closed or open areas and can be especially beneficial in urban environments where space is a limitation.<\/p>\n

Kudos to Dr. Garret Kluthe and her biology students for working hard to make an impact in our community! Make sur to stop by CURA Farm on tour next visit to the Mac Mahone Center to check out the latest crops.<\/p>\n

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On Tuesday, May 5th, students from Dr. Brandy Garret Kluthe’s Biology of Global Change and Environmental Health class took to the streets of Jersey City to distribute plants to the community. The plants were grown hydroponically at CURA Farm, located within the Mac Mahon Student Center on the campus of 猫咪社区 Peter’s University. 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