The Interns from the Ministry of Agriculture visited SHAADE Hydroponics, a productive and innovative backyard garden owned and operated by Mrs. Sherrie-Ann Brazier. The visit gave the interns a practical look into hydroponic gardening and sustainable food production on a medium scale.

From the moment they stepped in, it was hands-on learning. They removed remaining rock wool from a few of the drip hydroponics systems, some of which can hold up to 200 heads of lettuce and prepared them for a new round of seedlings. In the nursery, they rotated seedling trays to ensure each received adequate watering for healthy growth.

Some rolled up their sleeves and stained wood for future garden structures, while others cleaned out the NFT (Nutrient Film Technique) channels to get them ready for the next planting cycle. A few even got their hands fragrant while pruning lush herbs like basil and parsley plants.

Mrs. Brazier’s Garden is more than a backyard; it’s a green oasis packed with a variety of herbs and produce. From different types of lettuce, thyme, mint, parsley, and basil, to an assortment of tea bushes, the interns got a real sense of how much can be grown using hydroponic methods in a compact space.

To close the day, Mrs. Brazier treated the interns to refreshing smoothies, courtesy of Sunkiss Smoothies, a thoughtful gesture that capped off an educational and rewarding visit.