Community Garden Project in Colonia San Martin

The concept of simplified hydroponics explained by the project leader to the visiting Japanese diplomat.

Year Started	2007
Name of Project Leader	Mr. Jose Martin Atela Echevarria
Project Description	Members of OISCA Mexico Chapter introduced the concept of Simplified Hydroponics, with the assistance of Mr. Raanan Katzir of OISCA Israel, to help uplift the economic situation and ensure the food security of the locals living in the arid and semi-arid regions of Mexico. With the technology, residents of Colonia San Martin can easily grow vegetables all year round.
Project Location	Zapotitlan, Salinas