Yuanyeli Microfarm is an educational facility that seamlessly integrates education, agriculture, and technology. We believe that farming not only serves as a valuable tool for teaching children about history and environmental challenges but also offers an opportunity for them to explore sustainable living on Earth and beyond.
The farm is designed with salvaged materials and mass timber to reduce embodied carbon. Together with other sustainable measures to reduce operation carbon. The project aims to set a template of net zero education.
Through technology and education, we aim to train the next generation of farmers with sustainability in focus.
The Yuanyeli Microfarm project aims to enhance children’s agricultural experience through an enriched hands-on education encompassing farming, technology, history, and sustainability. Our goal is to elevate the perception of farming as a profession and inspire more students to pursue studies in agriculture.
Given the current demographic trends in China, where the average age of farmers is 53 years old, it is crucial to revitalize traditional farming practices to ensure a food future. Factors such as a declining birth rate, higher opportunity costs, and limited available land necessitate a transformative approach to farming that aligns with the needs of the modern world.
By introducing elements of enjoyment, purpose, diversity, and sustainability into agricultural education, we take the initial steps towards cultivating a future workforce in farming. This, in turn, secures the food future for generations to come. Our initiative acknowledges the pressing need to address these challenges and strives to empower young individuals with the knowledge and passion for sustainable agriculture.