What's the Lowdown? It is right over the "crest" of the hill... what is, you may ask? Because of the natural and unnatural manipulations of the markets, money systems, and distribution channels that make up how our society now operates there are going to be some major fluctuations that are going to affect every single [...]
When someone talks about the desire to do an aquaponic system, it is easy to conjure up a vision of fish swimming around a large tank, a few dozen row beds full of green and items to harvest in the backyard, and an acre or two of organic crops in the field to boot. At [...]
How it all works together The nitrogen cycle is the most important process in an aquaponic system; it’s what makes a closed ecosystem of aquaponics work — the efficiency of which determines the system's health and production potential. The fish feed is responsible for the majority of the nitrogen in your system. A percentage of [...]
You may have experienced the butterflies of excitement in times past. When you begin the garden on that patch of land with the seeds and plants you want to see if you can grow and harvest. All of us who garden have felt that world full of joy, excitement, and reward for at least one [...]
We all feel it dripping down on us. Something is amiss here in the grand ol' U. S. of A. The latest polls and ratings are showing that consumers' confidence in our economy is on a giant downward slope and the unease with economic turmoil is sky-high. You know you aren't getting the full truth [...]
One of the reasons that you had when you decided to become a Backyard Farmer was liking the idea of producing fresh and organic vegetables. And with Aquaponics, this is among the major benefits. However, to ensure that your plants are healthy, so they can give you the nutritious lovelies you desire, you will need [...]
Magnesium Deficiency In Aquaponics Magnesium is a very common example of Aquaponics plant deficiencies, and it occurs in Aquaponics systems almost as frequently as potassium. In addition to occurring with similar frequency, a magnesium deficiency in Aquaponics also closely resembles the symptoms of a potassium deficiency. Magnesium is also equally as important to the growth, [...]
Phosphorus Deficiency In Aquaponics Phosphorus is one of the primary nutrients necessary for healthy plant growth. Luckily, it does not get deficient in aquaponics systems quite as often as other aquaponic nutrient deficiencies. Although phosphorus may be present in your system, the level may not be high enough for certain plant stages. Plants need more [...]
Calcium Deficiency In Aquaponics Calcium is essential for plant growth and strength. Without it, plants may show signs of rot, stunted growth, and could even die. A calcium deficiency is not as common in aquaponics as some other nutrient deficiencies because most tap water contains some amount of calcium. It is still possible for a [...]
Potassium Deficiency In Aquaponics Potassium deficiency in your aquaponics system is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies aquaponic plants suffer from. Both the plants and the fish in your system use potassium and pull it out of the system on a regular basis. Although plant food contains potassium, the levels are generally not [...]
