Avatar Fitness, a fitness hub in Mold, and the OpTIC Technology Centre, a Wrexham University campus in St Asaph, have both embarked on an innovative collaboration with Wrexham University’s SPF-funded project, Horticulture Wales. This initiative aims is to allow visitors free access to microgreens which can be used to add a nutritious boost to any meal, whilst supporting local growers across the project’s funded county councils of Flintshire and Denbighshire.
The partnership signifies a step forward in enhancing convenience and promoting health practices within both Avatar Fitness and the OpTIC Technology Centre. The introduction of smart fridges, stocked with nutrient-rich microgreens grown at Wrexham University’s Northop Campus by Horticulture Wales, marks a pioneering approach to health and sustainability. These microgreens are widely recognised as part of a healthy diet due to their high nutritional content. The smart fridges are set to revolutionize access to fresh produce, making nutritious choices more convenient than ever.
The project’s primary goal is to encourage healthier lifestyles among participants while supporting and raising awareness of local microgreen growers, Ty Isa Farm and Fresh & Tasty Microgreens. The potential success of this venture could pave the way for future collaborations with more local growers to stock the smart fridges, further benefiting both participants and the local farming community.
The OpTIC Technology Centre, a Wrexham University campus and central hub for many businesses on the St Asaph Business Park, will also be participating in this initiative. “We’re excited about the prospect of empowering our visitors to make healthier choices,” shared Debbie Davies, Business and Innovation Centre Manager at the OpTIC Technology Centre. “Supporting our local growers is a priority for us, and we’re hopeful about the positive impact this initiative will have on our community.”
Horticulture Wales is set to leverage this collaboration to gain insights into preferences and habits regarding locally sourced produce, supporting local growers by asking participants to answer short surveys throughout the campaign.
Anyone wishing to participate is encouraged to join one of the launch events below:
The OpTIC Technology Centre – 21st August, 10.00-12.00
Avatar Fitness – 21st August, 17.00-19.00
You can join the initiative any time after the fridges have launched if there are spaces available as the campaign will run on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, please visit https://horticulturewales.co.uk/faqs-terms-and-conditions/ or contact us at: Horticulturewales@wrexham.ac.uk
