Established since July 2010, Indies Greens is a locally owned and operated organic farm. Larry, Marjorie and Damon Francis have harnessed the power of a natural ecosystem that combines traditional aquaculture with hydroponics in the ultimate symbiotic system.
The technology-based farming uses a natural interaction between fish and plants. The fish are fed, and their excreta acts as fertilizer for the crops. Fish food is the only additive.
The eco-friendly family-run farm currently grows a variety of organic vegetables, including lettuce, chives, mint, cilantro, pak choi, basil, kale, thyme, spinach, chadon beni and herbs alongside Tilapia fish in the nutrient-laden water from the fish tanks. The fish and plants are nutritionally balanced, flavourful, and safe to eat.
Services at Indies Greens include:
1) Educational Tours
2) Pond Design & Construction
3) Aquaponic Systems Consultation, Design & Construction
4) Fish feed sales
5) Pond equipment sales
6) Tilapia fingerlings sales
7) Ornamental fish sales - Goldfish & Hybrid Guppies
8) Training: Backyard and Commercial Aquaponics Systems
9) Event Hosting - weddings, anniversaries, birthdays etc.
Customers are welcomed to visit the farm and purchase freshly unscaled, scaled, and seasoned fish in ½ to 2lb weights and choose from a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. Guests may also enjoy a farm-to-table lunch of freshly cooked Tilapia. The farm also hosts regular Saturday afternoon Tilapia fish fry (and steamed fish) events when the farm is transformed into a pretty alfresco restaurant where patrons can purchase meals and relax in the lush surroundings.
For more information, please contact the farm by Phone: +1 (268) 726-3532/463-9384/720-3474 Email: sales@indiesgreens.com
