traditional to sustainable
During this project, we learned how to grow Kalo in an aquaponics system and the many different uses the crop can be utilized for. Although Kalo takes a few months to grow fully in the grow, it grows much faster in the aquaponics system. This is shown by the progress seen through our recordings of the taro plant through the weeks. By week 4, a new leaf has sprouted and the other leaves have gotten bigger. The roots are setting in deeply and the taro root should be ready in about a couple of months.
Using a traditional method requires a nearby stream or constant supply of water for the plants. By using aquaponics, one could potentially grow Kalo anywhere they want in a temperate climate. Also the nutrients from the fish gives the plants the necessary amounts of vitamins they need to become strong and healthy!
It was a little difficult to find a taro runner, since they are so rare to find. But that was the only difficulty we came across during this project. We watched and maintained the taro plant in the system as it grew, while in the meantime we researched the history of the beautiful Kalo plant and the many wonderful uses it has for this world.
We made a few recipes using taro as the main ingredient and we found that once cooked, taro can make some delicious foods. The boiled taro was very simple to make and had a soft, almost slimy texture to it when done. Just add a little soy sauce to it and you have a easy to make, healthy snack! Taro chips always taste good (I mean they are chips) but these are healthy for you and a pretty light snack to enjoy. Poi however is pretty difficult to make and it takes the right rhythm to mix it correctly. But the results are amazing and I'm sure anything with taro in it would taste delicious! :)
Every part of the Kalo plant is usable as well as recyclable. The root, corm, stem, and leaves all can be utilized for many different things. Then the root runner can be placed back into the ground for another harvest and the cycle continues. There are different types of taro root that are used in cultures for a variety of dishes. As well as providing the world with variety of foods that are healthy and can be eaten by anybody, Kalo also has some medicinal and practical uses.
Kalo is a great healthy plant that can aid many countries in solving food crises. It is a cheap plant that can be used to heal wounds, bites, stop infections, and take away nasty stomaches and diarrhea. Growing the kalo in the aquaponics system was quite simple. All we did was plant it near the water tube for plenty moisture, keep the water levels in a healthy range, and watch for any pests that may disturb the growing process. Overall the aquaponics system basically grew the taro for us. This method should be applied to many countries for its economic and environmental bonuses for the world.
Using a traditional method requires a nearby stream or constant supply of water for the plants. By using aquaponics, one could potentially grow Kalo anywhere they want in a temperate climate. Also the nutrients from the fish gives the plants the necessary amounts of vitamins they need to become strong and healthy!
It was a little difficult to find a taro runner, since they are so rare to find. But that was the only difficulty we came across during this project. We watched and maintained the taro plant in the system as it grew, while in the meantime we researched the history of the beautiful Kalo plant and the many wonderful uses it has for this world.
We made a few recipes using taro as the main ingredient and we found that once cooked, taro can make some delicious foods. The boiled taro was very simple to make and had a soft, almost slimy texture to it when done. Just add a little soy sauce to it and you have a easy to make, healthy snack! Taro chips always taste good (I mean they are chips) but these are healthy for you and a pretty light snack to enjoy. Poi however is pretty difficult to make and it takes the right rhythm to mix it correctly. But the results are amazing and I'm sure anything with taro in it would taste delicious! :)
Every part of the Kalo plant is usable as well as recyclable. The root, corm, stem, and leaves all can be utilized for many different things. Then the root runner can be placed back into the ground for another harvest and the cycle continues. There are different types of taro root that are used in cultures for a variety of dishes. As well as providing the world with variety of foods that are healthy and can be eaten by anybody, Kalo also has some medicinal and practical uses.
Kalo is a great healthy plant that can aid many countries in solving food crises. It is a cheap plant that can be used to heal wounds, bites, stop infections, and take away nasty stomaches and diarrhea. Growing the kalo in the aquaponics system was quite simple. All we did was plant it near the water tube for plenty moisture, keep the water levels in a healthy range, and watch for any pests that may disturb the growing process. Overall the aquaponics system basically grew the taro for us. This method should be applied to many countries for its economic and environmental bonuses for the world.