ACTION ITEM:

Approval to purchase a controlled environment hydroponics system.

FACTS:

The Land Grant Program is requesting to use USDA Extension funds to purchase the Greenery S - Domestic state-of-the-art controlled environment hydroponics system that gives complete control of the elements with five specialized systems that make it possible to grow food 365 days a year. This vertical hydroponics system will be placed at the KSU Farm and used for Extension and education workshops, as well as job training programming.

BUDGETARY IMPLICATIONS:

$144,200.00 plus a recurring charge of $25/month (USDA Extension Funds)

RECOMMENDATION:

Acting President Stamps recommends that the Board of Regents approve the equipment purchase.

MOTION:

Approve the purchase of a controlled environment hydroponics system.

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