Jockey Club Climate Smart Agriculture Educational Project

The HKFYG Jockey Club Organic Farm is the first social enterprise in Hong Kong to integrate smart agriculture and climate education. By modernising traditional farming with intelligent monitoring equipment, it addresses climate change through diversified educational activities centred on “Smart agriculture”, “Low-carbon diet” and “Renewable energy”. The Farm also strives to unite different sectors in empowering young people to drive Hong Kong’s sustainable development.

Smart Agriculture

To lessen the impact of climate change on agriculture, enhance production quality through technology and enrich learning experiences, the Farm has introduced advanced technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data to monitor crop planting data in real time. These technologies are not only applied to agricultural production but also integrated into education programmes, allowing young people to learn smart farming techniques and experience innovative solutions to real-life agricultural challenges. Through hands-on participation in data collection, analysis and application, participants gain a deeper understanding of modern farming trends while developing technological literacy and environmental awareness.

Automated Irrigation System

Through precise soil moisture monitoring, the system automatically adjusts irrigation timing and water volume to ensure that crops receive appropriate hydration while conserving water.

Intelligent Monitoring System

Utilising sensors and cameras, the system monitors the growing environment of crops 24 hours a day, including temperature, humidity and light, in order to detect and deal with any potential problems swiftly.

Data Analysis and Prediction

The system collects and analyses crop growth data to predict yields, pest and disease risks, and provide optimal planting recommendations to enhance agricultural efficiency.

Intelligent Environment Management

By monitoring rain-proof shelters’ environmental parameters, such as temperature, humidity and carbon dioxide concentrations, the system provides accurate insights into plant growth, allowing for timely adjustments in irrigation and fertilisation to create ideal growing conditions.

Low-Carbon Diet

The Farm is committed to promoting local organic food as a fresher, low-carbon alternative to imported food. Not only does this reduce carbon emissions from long-haul transportation, but it also ensures the freshness of the food. The Farm also organises various activities to educate the public on the benefits of supporting local produce and adopting a low-carbon diet.

Farmers' Markets and Guided Tours

The Farm organises regular farmers' markets to showcase and sell local organic produce, and guided tours to offer insights into the concepts and practices of organic farming and sustainable agriculture.

Low-Carbon Cooking Activity

The low carbon cooking activity introduces the nutritional value of local seasonal organic produce while teaching participants to prepare healthy, delicious dishes. They will also learn about low-carbon diets, carbon emissions and carbon footprints of different ingredients, inspiring them to make greener food choices.

Renewable Energy

Perched on a mountain with abundant sunshine and open skies throughout the year, the Farm capitalises on its geographical location by installing solar panels on facility rooftops to power the entire Farm with solar energy, replacing fossil fuels and therefore reducing carbon emissions and pollution.

Solar Power Generation

The Farm’s solar panel system converts sunlight into electricity, providing a sustainable power supply for facilities. The system is equipped with intelligent monitoring devices that track power generation and electricity consumption, optimising energy usage while serving as a practical example of environmental education.

Ho Pui Irrigation Reservoir

The Farm uses water from the Ho Pui Irrigation Reservoir for crop irrigation to achieve sustainable water management.