LG Electronics is supporting smart farm education for elementary students by utilizing its plant cultivation appliance, the Tiuun Mini. The initiative aims to allow students to grow plants in the classroom while experiencing the integration of agriculture and IT technology.
According to industry sources, LG Electronics held a launch ceremony for the elementary school smart farm experience program, "Green Button Supporters," in collaboration with the Gyeongbuk Agricultural Cooperative at its local headquarters. This program will be implemented in 23 elementary schools across the Gyeongbuk region.
As part of the initiative, LG Electronics provided 440 Tiuun Mini units. Training on product usage and plant cultivation guidelines was also conducted for the attending educators.
The Tiuun Mini is a compact plant cultivation appliance that allows users to grow plants indoors using seed kits, water, and nutrients, along with LED lighting. It is less affected by seasonal changes or weather, enabling cultivation experiences even during summer and winter months.
The Gyeongbuk Agricultural Cooperative has previously supported plant cultivation education through school gardens. This time, the focus is on introducing a stable indoor growing environment to expand educational opportunities.
With growing concerns about climate change and food security, there is an increasing demand for integrated education that combines agriculture, environmental awareness, and digital technology starting from elementary levels.
LG Electronics anticipates that this support will help enhance students' ecological sensitivity and emotional stability. Observing the growth process of plants will teach them the value of nature and provide everyday experiences in plant care indoors.
Additionally, LG Electronics continues its social contribution activities using the Tiuun Mini, including product donations for emotional support to hospital patients and child sponsorship programs.
Yoon Seong-woon, head of the HS/ES Advanced Business Development Office at LG Electronics, stated, "We will continue to develop various activities to make plant cultivation accessible to everyone through the Tiuun Mini."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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