Inspired Farmer Blog

The Inspired Farmer blog is a collection of stories and articles about growing fresh food hydroponically, nourishing communities, and healing the planet. Learn from Flex Farm growers and Fork Farms experts alike as they share their unique experiences.

Why Hydroponic Farming is a Good Idea for Nonprofits

Nonprofit organizations often have a mission to improve the quality of life for the people they serve, whether that's by providing food, education, or other resources. When it comes to addressing food insecurity, hydroponics offers several advantages that can make it an attractive option for nonprofits. BENEFITS OF HYDROPONIC FARMING IN A...

Colorado Firefighters Use Hydroponics to Grow Fresh Food

A sound familiar to all firefighters can be heard in the common room at Station 21 of South Metro Fire Rescue (SMFR) - flowing water. However, the sound might not be coming from something you’d typically associate with firefighters. The water is flowing through an indoor hydroponic farm. Every month the firefighters at Station 21 are growing...

2022: A Year of Global Community Impact

Dear Fork Farms Community, We are pleased to share the 2022 Impact Report with you. In the last year, we leaned into our mission of inspiring and empowering everyone to grow fresh food with hydroponic technology, nourish their communities and heal the planet, which is reflected in the data and stories within. As a company, we recognize that...
Why Hydroponic Farming is a Good Idea for Nonprofits

Why Hydroponic Farming is a Good Idea for Nonprofits

Nonprofit organizations often have a mission to improve the quality of life for the people they serve, whether that's by providing food, education, or other resources. When it comes to addressing food insecurity, hydroponics offers several...

Colorado Firefighters Use Hydroponics to Grow Fresh Food

Colorado Firefighters Use Hydroponics to Grow Fresh Food

A sound familiar to all firefighters can be heard in the common room at Station 21 of South Metro Fire Rescue (SMFR) - flowing water. However, the sound might not be coming from something you’d typically associate with firefighters. The water is...

2022: A Year of Global Community Impact

2022: A Year of Global Community Impact

Dear Fork Farms Community, We are pleased to share the 2022 Impact Report with you. In the last year, we leaned into our mission of inspiring and empowering everyone to grow fresh food with hydroponic technology, nourish their communities and heal...

Hydroponic Farm Provides Greens for Farm to School Program

Hydroponic Farm Provides Greens for Farm to School Program

  Tawny Cowell Director of Nutrition and Facilities at Redding School District in California is focused on providing students with local, sustainable produce through the district's farm to school program. In 2022, they set the goal of growing 50...

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