Aquaponics in the UK is at an exciting development stage where new techniques and technologies are expanding horizons. Although full commercialisation is still somewhat ‘down the road’ the many the inherent advantages continue to attract a wide range of practitioners. Fish and plants enjoy a unique symbiotic relationship and both can be enjoyed for their beauty as well as their food production capability.
Table of Contents Aquaponics is simply a combination of aquaculture and hydroponics. In a nutshell, fish waste that has been generated by fish food is pumped from the fish tank to neighbouring grow beds. Plants grow exceptionally well on this
Feeding fish correctly is critical but child’s play. Feeding fish is one of the more pleasurable daily tasks. Kids absolutely love to help and fish quickly learn to greet the hands that feed them. Fish eat an amazing variety of
Goldfish aquaponics has much to commend it. The most popular ornamental fish on the planet, probably. Everybody loves goldfish and for many excellent reasons. Of course, goldfish are not really a good choice of fish if you want to produce
Carp aquaponics involves the most widely farmed fish in the world for many excellent reasons. They should be close to the top of your list of fish when deciding what species to grow in any large aquaponic system. Unlike tilapia,
– a gourmet’s cool choice If you are looking to produce a delicious fish that grows well in cool water then a trout aquaponics system should be at the top of your list. A real gourmet’s choice! The culture of
Aquaponics has proven more popular with gardeners than with any other group of users. This is hardly surprising when we look at the extensive list of strengths afforded by this method of growing plants. The ease of food production, high
Table of Contents Koi aquaponics is something that not many koi keepers have heard about. Over the years, koi have become a popular choice of fish for many with an interest in aquaponics. They thrive under conditions favoured by plants
Wouldn’t it be great if we could encourage our children to eat more vegetables. Regretfully, this can be notoriously difficult. It is never the less, utterly essential for their future health. Combining vegetable growing with the keeping of fish brings