Yemi Amu is the founder and director of Oko Farms. In 2013, she established New York City’s first and only publicly accessible outdoor aquaponics farm, the Oko Farms Aquaponics Farm and Education Center. She directs all of Oko Farms’ programs, including education, community-related activities and design and build projects. Amu is one of the city’s leading aquaponics experts and promotes aquaponics as a tool for environmental awareness and stewardship. Over the last decade, she has facilitated the creation and maintenance of over 20 edible spaces throughout NYC and created various culinary, nutrition and gardening programs for youth and adults.