CACC - Environmental Sciences Technology

06/25/2010

Studies on the human brain say if you aren't using it, you don't just stay like you are, your brain actually gets "lazy" and you can lose some ability to process information! So, move on out there and read something new and interesting! Keep that 'ole brain crankin'! Try some word puzzles, Sudoku, or pre-learn something on your own that you will be taking in school next fall. Have a good summer!

06/09/2010

Whoa, you just have to see this one! The first part is on artificial meat production & is a bit of a shocker. Second part is on new ways to use hydro. Third part is on new alternative energy methods. All in all, I rate it a 9! See what you think: http://www.hydroponicswholesale.com/blog/category/greenhouse-vegetable-food-safety-program

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06/03/2010

Speaking of micropropagation, ever thought of doing tissue culture at home? Whole clubs have arisen from this concept. They actually "trade" jars of plant material like recipe clubs trade well-loved recipes! Bill Graham is a fantastic example of a person whose years of experience have contributed to his creation of a website that provides both info & supplies for you to do this is your own kitchen! Check it out at: www.planttc.com Enjoy!

05/28/2010

Went to an AWESOME seminar last night on plant tissue culture. He mentioned something about a tissue culture bioreactor system and I found it on YouTube to share with all of you. Enjoy!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOPswWlrQek

Bionova's large scale TIB micropropagation system using bioreactors of 50L.

05/24/2010

Here's another good one for you! Ohio State University now has a Hydroponic Crop Program. On the site are interactive Tomato and Lettuce growing models where you can adjust the parameters & receive feedback on how plants will do under those conditions. Very cool site! See for yourself at: http://www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/hydroponics/drake/index.php?option=wrapper&Itemid=99

Hydroponic Crop Production program at The Ohio State University. Features interactive decision analysis, budget planning, and more. Provides information for current greenhouse growers, and those interested in getting started.

05/20/2010

Here's the latest craz!! Window farming!! Great concept for urban and suburban settings. I can also see this working well for apartment/condo dwellers. Enjoy! http://www.windowfarms.org/

05/18/2010

Let's learn more! Here's another article about the Science Barg in New York City. These folks are also doing a rooftop garden hydroponic greenhouse as well! Enjoy!!

SunWorks Science Barge & Hydroponic Greenhouse in Manhattan, NY http://nysunworks.org/

05/17/2010

Hydroponics is alive in well in other states as well! To read about hydroponic tomato production in Maine, go to this link: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/31/dining/31tomato.html?scp=1&sq=greenhouses&st=cse

It is endless summer at greenhouses like the ones owned by Backyard Farms in Maine, where tasty, colorful tomatoes are grown year-round.

04/25/2010

Hey! Are you an EST Alumni? Have you taken the EST program? If so, encourage your other former classmates to be a friend to this page! We are still about 15 people shy of our goal of 100 friends. Help us make our goal today! Thanks!

04/21/2010

Hi, Everyone! Our annual FFA Awards Banquet is coming up fast now!! It will be next Wednesday night (April 28th) from 7-9 pm in the CACC all-purpose room. Everyone is welcome! Bring a dish to pass and join the fun! Hope to see you there.

04/21/2010

Our students did great at the FFA Skills Contest last Friday! Our 3 teams placed 10th, 12th, and 14th out of 28 teams, but two individuals really stood out amongst the rest! Sarah Findley of Marshall HS received 7th place and Amy Mowry of Harper Creek HS received 14th place. Considering that 100 students were enrolled in this contest, that was FABULOUS performance!!! Great going, gals!!

04/14/2010

WE'RE BACK! Hope your spring break was a nice one. Our students are getting real commercial greenhouse experience at Post Gardens! We are tagging pots and putting on handles, as well as moving things from here to there. Tomorrow Post's staff will help train our Greenhouse Production and Management FFA Skills Contest members about seeding and pinching/pruning. Root for us! We go to State on Friday to compete!