AQUAPONICS?

[Fish_Bone]

I found a book tonight while I was searching for a book/info on growing plants in aquariums. It was a book on building and maintaining a way to grow plants or vegetables using fish waste from a tank that circulates into a planted tray, into a sump, and then back to the aquarium.

Surprisingly it addressed basic needs for growing plants very well. It talked about photosynthetic active radiation, lux, lumens, photosynthesis periods, etc.

I was curious to see if anyone is running a such a setup and or if anyone has realized there is such a wealth of info pertaining to our hobby from other hobbies or other aspects of our hobby.

 

[fineexampl]

A few years ago my wife and i went to Disneyworld and they have a fully functioning aquaponic garden within Epcot. I wish i knew more about their setup, but the plants surrounding it appeared to be thriving.

 

[Fish_Bone]

Yeah this book I picked up is pretty much a how to for dummies. It address pretty much every aspect of setting up one and maintaining it. I am really considering trying this on a small scale to grow vegetables.

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[THE V]

I've used the knowledge that I've gained growing transplants and greenhouse crops directly in the aquarium. All of the same information applies but I've found that nutrient deficiencies are easier to identify under water.

 

[Fish_Bone]

Now that is experience talking, thanks V.

That is what I was hoping when I bought this book is that the experience/ info would translate well into the aquarium world. I was shocked to see them discuss PAR and other "big deals" in the aquarium world as well.

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[THE V]

Go read some books on hydroponics.... It really translates well.

Just replace KNO3 for any NH4+ fertilizer recommendations and reduce the consumption rates by around 75%.

Want to have some fun - Pick up soil science book. Lots of stuff in there that can help you understand how filters and substrate work.