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.

Feeding is the foundation of aquaponics success. Learn what to feed tilapia, catfish, trout, koi, and more, plus DIY options, schedules, and mistakes to avoid.

This article will guide you through the process of growing chili peppers in your aquaponics system. We'll cover everything you need to know to start your own chili pepper garden.

Cauliflowers grow well in an aquaponics system, but it is a bit more challenging to grow than other vegetables. Cauliflowers have a definite growing need and can only be grown in one type of aquaponics system.

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