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The "Cultivated Cabinet"
Hydroponic Micro-Farm
Micro-farms nurture healthier connections with what we eat, enhance transparency in the food supply chain, and provide an opportunity to redefine how food is produced.
The Cultivated Cabinet is a cloud-based, vertical hydroponic micro-farm designed to create healthier communities and a cleaner planet.
Compared to traditional farming methods, this innovative micro-farm at East Side dine-in offers:
- 96% less water usage
- Zero pesticides
- 65% less fertilization
- Zero transport miles
With up to 40 varieties of leafy greens, herbs, microgreens, and edible flowers, the SBU Eats micro-farm produces as many as 4,160 servings of fresh, flavorful, and nutrient-packed food year-round. By conserving water, reducing food waste, and eliminating emissions from transport, we’re helping to redefine sustainable farming.
Powered by Babylon Micro-Farms’ proprietary automated growing technology, this system ensures plants receive the ideal balance of light, water, and nutrients for optimal growth.
A convenient mobile app allows us to monitor crops in real time, ensuring timely harvests and peak freshness for every serving.
Harvesting Innovation: SBU Eats Introduces On-Campus Micro-Farm
March 12, 2025
SBU Eats has introduced a new micro-farm at East Side Dining. The “Cultivated Cabinet” brings a fresh and sustainable approach to dining at Stony Brook University. This innovative initiative provides students with hyper-local produce grown just steps away from where it’s served. By integrating fresh greens and herbs into daily menus, the micro-farm enhances the dining experience while promoting environmental responsibility and food transparency.