Aquaponics/Aquaculture Boot Camp (ABC)
 

Coming to Ohio in October, Applications being accepted for this FREE learning opportunity

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Aquaponics/Aquaculture Boot Camp will train participants to become aqua-farmers as part of a one-year program that includes online, classroom, and field training paired with mentoring from some of the industry’s top leaders. Graduates will have the knowledge and hands-on experience to successfully operate an aquaponics or aquaculture operation.

Intensive educational experience includes:

• 12 one-day training sessions held the second Saturday of each month (Oct. 2025 – Sept. 2026).
• Registration (ABC-funded) for the 2026 Ohio Aquaculture Conference.
• An Aquaculture Bus Tour of Aquafarms.
• Relevant assignments to support learning between sessions.

Need-to-know:

• This program is FREE for accepted applicants.
• Participants learn aquaponics and aquaculture production, business planning, and marketing.
• Learning is supported in online and onsite environments.
• Instructors consist of college and university educators, government specialists, business professionals, and experienced aqua-producers.
• To graduate, program participants agree to attend at least 8 of the 12 monthly sessions, the annual aquaculture conference, and the bus tour. 
• Most activities are on Saturdays, lunch will be provided

IMPORTANT DATES

September 5, 2025: Application deadline

September 15, 2025: Applicant notified of acceptance

February 10, 2024: Welcome session at OSU South Centers, Piketon, Ohio