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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 water pump is one of the most important decisions when building an aquaponics system. The pump keeps water circulating, delivers nutrients to plants, and maintains a healthy environment for fish. In this guide, you’ll learn how aquaponics pumps work, how to calculate the right pump size, and the key features to look for when choosing a reliable pump for your system.
Healthy fish are the foundation of every successful aquaponics system. Learn how to improve water quality, choose the right fish, prevent disease, maintain your biofilter, and create the ideal environment for thriving fish and productive plants with these essential aquaponics fish care tips.
Are your aquaponics plants growing slowly, turning yellow, or failing to thrive? This comprehensive troubleshooting guide explains the most common causes of poor plant growth in aquaponics systems, from nutrient deficiencies and water quality issues to lighting, oxygen levels, root health, and more. Learn how to identify the root cause of growth problems and get your plants back on track for healthy, productive harvests.