What do I feed my fish in an Aquaponics System?
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, what would you say if we told you that these parameters can […]
The Life Cycle of Fish
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. Fish Eggs In the fish world, you get mouthbrooders and egg-layers. This […]
Should you be adding salt to your Aquaponics system?
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? Let’s walk you through maintaining that perfect balance with your salinity. What […]
The Nitrogen Cycle in Aquaponics
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 to give you a better understanding of how Nitrogen moves through your […]
Meet the Fish: Catfish in Aquaponics
Catfish in Aquaponics 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 for your aquaponic journey! There are several species of […]
Meet the Fish: Trout & Salmon in Aquaponics
Trout & Salmon in Aquaponics 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 provide you with all the information needed […]
How to Quarantine your Fish
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 health. When should you quarantine your fish? A quarantine tank can be […]
Common Fish in Aquaponics
Common Fish in Aquaponics 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 sure you understand the good, the bad and the ugly when […]
