More than 150 student “Farmpreneurs” from 15 Northern Nevada schools brought agriculture, entrepreneurship and financial literacy to life during the fourth annual Northern Nevada Giant Student Farmers Market, hosted by Green Our Planet at the Nevada State Legislature.
Held on Thursday, May 14, at the heart of Nevada’s civic center, the vibrant, student-led market featured fresh produce and handmade goods grown and created through school garden and hydroponics programs. Students took on the role of business owners, marketing their products, engaging with customers and managing transactions, while putting real-world skills into action.
“Students stepped into the roles of entrepreneurs, growers and leaders,” said Ciara Byrne, CEO and co-founder of Green Our Planet. “They are not only learning essential life skills, but also gaining the confidence and experience needed to shape their futures. Bringing this event to the State Capitol highlights what’s possible when education is hands-on, engaging and connected to the real world.”
Made possible by presenting sponsor Kaiser Permanente, the event offered legislators, community leaders, donors and corporate partners a firsthand look at how experiential learning programs are shaping Nevada’s future by fostering confidence, leadership, business acumen and a deeper connection to healthy food and sustainability.
“This event brings our commitment to healthy communities and education to life,” said Bethany Sexton, Health Plan Leader at Kaiser Permanente Nevada. “Seeing students apply what they’ve learned in such a meaningful, hands-on way is incredibly inspiring, and we are proud to support their growth and success.”
Proceeds from the market will go directly back to participating schools to support and expand their garden and hydroponics programs, funding supplies, seeds and continued hands-on learning opportunities for students.
The Northern Nevada Giant Student Farmers Market continues to demonstrate how programs like these can support Nevada’s goals around education, health, workforce readiness and community resilience, while empowering the next generation of innovators and changemakers.
For more information about Green Our Planet’s Giant Student Farmers Market, please visit www.greenourplanet.org.
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About Green Our Planet:
Green Our Planet is an EdTech conservation 501(c)3 nonprofit that runs STEM school garden and hydroponics programs in the United States and beyond. Green Our Planet’s programs enhance student academic performance, inspire environmental stewardship in students, and promote students to embrace healthy eating habits, while also tackling food deserts where access to fresh produce is limited. Spanning 44 states and 5 countries, Green Our Planet has implemented programs in over 1,300 schools, impacting more than 500,000 students. As one of the largest school garden and hydroponics programs in the U.S., Green Our Planet is inspiring the next generation of scientists, farmers, nutritionists, entrepreneurs and conservationists.
For more information or to apply for a program, visit www.greenourplanet.org
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