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What Is Aquaponics?
Aquaponics is the combination of Aquaculture and Hydroponics. Hydroponics requires expensive nutrients to feed the plants as well as periodic flushing of the systems which can lead to waste disposal issues. Re-circulating aquaculture needs to have excess nutrients removed from the system which can ordinarily means that a percentage of the water is removed on a daily basis. That nutrient rich water then needs to be disposed of and replaced with clean fresh water. Aquaponics allows you to produce fish and plants in the one system with a large reduction in water use.
Choosing the right aquaponics system starts with understanding your space, budget, and growing goals. Explore the differences between media-based, DWC, NFT, and vertical systems, and learn how to choose the best setup for your home, backyard, or farm.
Learn how to identify and solve the most common aquaponics problems, from poor water quality and pH imbalances to algae, pests, pump issues, and unhealthy plants.
Wondering if PVC pipes are safe for aquaponics? Learn how to choose appropriate PVC, fittings, and joining materials, understand food-safe certifications, and safely use PVC plumbing in systems that grow fish and food.