Tag - Fish Management

Fish in a fish tank before fish feed

What do I feed my fish in an Aquaponics System?

October 07, 2021 As any fellow fish farmer would tell you, the aim of the game is to grow your fish as quickly and efficiently as possible. In other words, you want to maintain your uniformity of growth without degrading the quality of your water. Well,...
Koi in a fish tank

The Life Cycle of Fish

October 07, 2021 We thought we would walk you through the life cycle of a fish. Just to make sure you understand a bit more about these little creatures and the different stages they grow through before you get to harvest them as fully grown adults.

Man holding sea salt in his hand for adding salt to your Aquaponics System

Should you be adding salt to your Aquaponics system?

October 07, 2021 The short answer? You most definitely should be adding salt to your aquaponics system! Salinity is a critical health booster for the aquaculture system. However, how much should you be adding? What happens if you add too much salt to your aquaponic system?...
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The Nitrogen Cycle in Aquaponics

October 07, 2021 Nitrogen is super important for plant growth and therefore the health of your system depends strongly on the efficiency of the bacteria in your system. These bacteria help carry out the nitrogen cycle in aquaponics. Let’s walk through the steps of the cycle...
Catfish in Aquaponics

Meet the Fish: Catfish in Aquaponics

October 07, 2021 Welcome back to our meet the fish series! We want to introduce you to the next fish family and our personal favourite: catfish! Let’s go through the pros and cons of catfish farming to help you decide if these funky fish are perfect...
Trout in Aquaponics

Meet the Fish: Trout & Salmon in Aquaponics

October 07, 2021 Welcome to our meet the fish series where we will take you through the different types of fish found in aquaponic farming! We want to introduce you to each fish family and the different species that fall under them. Moreover, we want to...
Fish in an Aquaponics System

How to Quarantine your Fish

October 07, 2021 It’s no surprise that fish are sensitive beings. Therefore, we highly recommend taking the time to set up a quarantine tank. Quarantining your fish is a great way of taking preventative measures as well as maintain some control over your fish management and...
Fish tank filled with Koi

Common Fish in Aquaponics

August 25, 2021 There are a few things that need to be considered when choosing the right type of fish for your system. While there may be several suitable options, from decorative koi to consumable breeds and freshwater shrimp, it’s important to make...