What kind of salt are you using? What is flash? What kind of catfish are you growing? I have like a million question, but I'll settle for those three for now.
the "salt" is called, "free-running salt" No it's not special salt... the only difference is, it has NO IODINE in it. Iodine is a metal and will hurt the fish.
"Flashing" is when the fish turn quickly to their sides, like using the water, for scratching an itch, it's a nervous disorder, brought-on by many things... you can google: "fish, gram negative bacteria"
I have heard that ladybugs and daddy long legs spiders are both your friends in the garden when it comes to eating the pests that eat your plants. I understand they are pretty easy to get in most places. You just add them and forget them.. . basically.
You have a great system there. You mentioned about the bugs eating your plants. We always planted marigolds around our garden to attract bugs that reduce the amount of harmful insects in the garden. Also if you want to get off the power grid to run your system you can run a closed electrical system. I use a battery charger plugged into the inverter and run my lights and fan off the other plug. The 10 amp charge keeps the battery up. It beats paying the corporation. Keep up the good work.!
You sure seem to have a bug problem. Have you tried encouraging lizards to live on your grow beds to eat any night time pests that come around? (most likely won't work if snails are the source of your problem)
Also, whenever one of your plants die or is harvested and you end up with non-edible leaves, roots, and stems, you can compost them- eventually using the compost to fertilize a normal grow-in-the-dirt type of garden.
When flowers are grown in horse-shit, do the roses smell of it, when cut? Do any normal crops grown with compost carry germs, like carrots and other tubers, yeah, but you wash the dirt off before eating. Any fruiting that occurs above ground are always fine, I can eat tomatoes fresh from the vine without washing.
It's a very simple organic Nitrogen Cycle nothing else.
I believe fish waste in particular poses little threat to humans because fish are not known to carry human pathogens. Using mammal waste is much more worrisome.
@musicianoconnor Germs are fine, beneficial bacteria naturally deal with this. Chemicals however, as sold treated in the grocery store, is not good for you.
1/3 horse pump roughly 50$ a month to run, waste of money. Divert your stream for this its a waste again. You could use the stream for power and just plant your garden the old fashion way, I did find it interesting though.
You can dust your plants with diatomaceous earth, it will not hurt the fish, in fact it is good for them (I used to drop some into our fish tanks from time to time), it will kill the bugs without using pesticides or toxins. Someone else here suggested using tobacco, that would be toxic to your fish.
@marthale7 if you can make a compost pile nearby or do anything to attract worms and birds (certain color flowers)... i think that will help with your bug problem too. you should fight the bugs. tobacco leaves can be used as an organic insecticide if tobacco grows in your region.
@truthisouttheir Hi, I feed them from my wormbin, and I grow duckweed I do have a large compost heap, but fireants are a problem I am trying to start worms in this heap today as the weather is turning cooler so the ant population is going down. The problem with the worms is the sand is so dry they don't do well, they do great in my square foot garden, and my self watering containers.
I am looking to make my first aquaponic system. I have alot of 88 gallon water tanks. I was wondering if there is a formula for size of fish tank (gallons) vs GPH flow from the pump?
I am looking to make my first aquaponic system. I have alot of 88 gallon water tanks. I was wondering if there is a formula for size of fish tank (gallons) vs GPH flow from the pump?
I am looking to make my first aquaponic system. I have alot of 88 gallon water tanks. I was wondering if there is a formula for size of fish tank (gallons) vs GPH flow from the pump?
@Kregspiell a formula: fish per Gal. most fish, 2-3 gals per lb. of fish at harvest. harvest goal 100 fish at 2 = 200 lbs start them in 400 to 600 gals. of water.
For pump size, you will want to circulate the your total volume of water at least ones per hour. for some fish U want to move more volume to create the "Tread-Mill effect. Like channel-cats or trout. I would think run-time amps vs start-up amps. Always go bigger!! because you will go larger and larger!! ;)) adding fish and grow space
I am looking to make my first aquaponic system. I have alot of 88 gallon water tanks. I was wondering if there is a formula for size of fish tank (gallons) vs GPH flow from the pump?
great set up! hey about the bug problem, i was thinking if you covered the plants with a netting you could treat with lady bugs that will eat the bugs and not the plants. i'm not sure if the netting would cut out to much light but just a thought. i know of other ppl that use lady bugs in indoor situations and they say it works great. any way set i hope i can get me one going soon
could you use some smoking method to drive off the insects a little upwind fire every few days or so or even some of those citronella burners or 7 day candles that could avoid the infusion to the water don't you think. love the stuff this will be my 1st time god bless
I haven't had time to read through all the comments here so forgive me if this has been mentioned.
Place the plants in your system according to heavy feeders and their companions first down to the lighter feeders. Keep non compatible plants out of the same trays, maybe out of the same system.
If you can't afford floating row covers to keep the bugs off your plants, old sheer curtains from a thrift store work pretty good. Juicy from a worm composting bin will help strengthen your plants.
This is really awesome! I just started on my own DIY hydroponic system that uses the ebb & flow method. I will get into this in the next year or two, perhaps. I have one major question: Do you add extra nutrients to your fish water before it gets to your plants? I saw at least one aquaponics system video on here that claimed they had to do so. Thanks.
@Signzit ok, but can you be a little more specific? I've heard you have to be careful what you add and in what form so that you don't hurt the fish or their gills. I actually have an aquaponic system right now that I made out of 2 bath tubs. Our tomatoes are doing great.
I have asked this question many times... I'm afraid to try it myself.
Many quibble about food grade vs. Non,
For me I came down on the side of, "NO', do not use it.
My reasoning, was, it is actually bone fragments or powered skeletons, my fear is for their gills. While it is not poison and won't kill them outright, it could cause gill problems or breathing issues, with too many ppm(s) per Gal/Lt Stress is the Killer in tanks above all else. it could stress so no, IMHO don't use.
I know what it is, It is safe for small animals to in hail a bit I dunno. I am sure there have been tests done. Just need to do the research. there has to be something. Sharing your plants with insects isn't any healthier for you.
This is the trouble with recirculated aquaponics, as the fish may not enjoy the needed treatment much. If it gives trouble forever, try cycling the fish water separate from the plants with a rotating drum filter, the exiting waste from this can go to the plants.
You have put a lot of work into this. Can I sugest that the bugs are actually a secondary infection, taking advantage of the plants being deficient in something, probably iron . Take a sample of leaves to a store that does nutrient testing, then you will know what you need to improve.
Great job man. Your the first person Ive seen using Catfish. I really like ur idea of a stream fed system too, it sounds like it could work, and if the slope was steep enough use zero electricity.
you say you're wanting to get off the city's power grid, as long as you're in a windy area or have a tall enough pole, you might try going with wind power :) anyway, that's a nice garden, hope it does well for you
Spray the plants with a a mixture of a tiny bit of soap and a little dissolved hot pepper or plant onions or something from the onion family around those plants
A triumph! We're about buy some acres with a creek & good dams. We''re going to give aquaponics a go, albeit on a larger scale.
Can I suggest fly screeen ( aussie term). Called a Florida Room, fly wire around it all to keep out the bugs. You can net your crop and only those bugs captured will remain. They will slowly die off you're left with a very happy crop, bug free.
Anyway, just my thoughts, happy to discuss further. Cheers Scozza
one way to get away from public utilities... invest in a battery and solar panel... a bit pricey, but should be able to power your 1/3 hp pump well enough. find the amp draw and go from there.
at least that way, you aren't getting charged anything monthly for your pump running 24/7.
sick setup man.. im getting ready to build my aquaponics setup soon, been growing with hydroponics for awhile now, so i decided to jump into something like this.
I just love these kinds of projects and the fact that you took the time to show it to us. I really like your philosophy of "producing more than the bugs can eat" and not relyinhg on pesticides. Great video, great person, thanks for posting it. 5 stars from me!
Thank you fbt2007 that's kind of you to say. When i first found this stuff to be true and also effective as a complete system; it was just too cool to not share.
Plus it was something in the way of, "Action" that could be taken by SELF, to effect a small amount of control over self, and lessen one's dependence, in these ever more increasingly unstable times, in which we all live.
I just want to harmonize and to be left a lone within my own liberty as sovereign creature. Thanks for the kindness
Hey it's great to see this nutrient cycling system and you can basically produce a whole complete meal (protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals) from this one system. That's the nutrients coming out. My question is - what are the nutrients going in? (ie what are you feeding the fish?)
Anyway thanks for posting, this is mega! Great to see someone doing something practical to prepare for the consequences of the ongoing monetary hyperinflation. All the best.
I am experimenting in small quantities of some over-nutrient within the fish feed itself, some add to the water itself and of course folair spraying of the plants.
Firstly, It would be dangerous for fish health to adjust their feed too much. It seems harsh, forward & presumptuous of us to feed the fish what their bodies do NOT require simply to supplement, feed the plants. I am studying fish diet. cont...
That being said, there are many Trace elements in the natural fish environment of ponds and creeks that I am lacking in a plastic tank. In that regard, I have decided to use additives to the environment, the water.
There are many "Plant foods" for fish tanks BUT NOT for FOOD FISH. We eat FOOD fish, so even it won't kill the fish it is not good for you or them. As of now, I am using FOOD Rabbit, (or Eating Rabbits) Mineral Stone Licks they contain...
Salt Manganous Oxide Ferrous Carbonate Magnesium Oxide Calcium Sulfate Copper Oxide Cobalt Carbonate Zinc Oxide Calcium Iodate Iron Oxide (wow i guess it time to make a Vid) and cover this more closely...
lol funny! I like your sense of humor friend. you're a ball buster. and you may very well have been right, AT SOME POINT IN THE VERY DISTANT PAST! (sight) but i'm old now, and respectable lol! thanks for your comments brother!
"lady bugs are a great pesticide for softbody bugs and carnivore snails for other other bugs... "
Wow, I missed this one too, sorry.
How would I contain the Ladybugs, why would they not fly away, is there a pheromone or something I would use to keep them from migrating away as soon as I release them?
they suggest to "net" over the tops of plants when releasing ladybugs into a open garden space... for at least 24 hours. this gives the ladybugs a chance to acclimate themselves and realize what a feast you have prepared for them.
i also would not be surprised to find out they do make a ladybug pheromone for the same purpose. but the netting/tarping is a quick and easy way.
you could build an pvc hoop house to contain them cheaply, something semi permanent for releasing, but removeable.
Mustard greens are a great distraction for those bugs, so they don't eat your real crops, cabbage etc.. They LOVE the mustard greens. Loving the setup,
The barley extract, seems different for every product. I just follow the instructions; the only thing consistent is, you use double the normal application on the first week. I also use the pond barley bundles; It's real barley in a mesh-bag with a cork to help keep it afloat
Janitor Fish, Yes a lot of people buy algae-eaters/tilapia; just watch to make sure the breeds get along
24/7? Yes with Supplemental Air
Water level: I run it high as I set roots, and lower it to 4-6" once plants set up
This is a VERY good video. Gather all of the bitten up plants together - these will be your 'sacrificial' plants. Every day clip off the bitten up leaves and toss 'em to the catfish. Watch the fight. If the leaves have 'guests' on them, it will be a catfish treat! If you dangle a little bit of bad meat just above the tank, they will also be happy with the result.
Hey man I really like your setup, I just finished my first aquaponics set up (300 gallon aerator tank), but what you have here, will be similar to my next setup.
All i need to know is, what type of growbeds are those? or how did you build them?
I think there is more to say than I can type here. Since there have been may questions about construction & it's costs; I think.I'll do a construction video since never covered this last year.
Hell I was a stress case trying to learn on the fly... even with 2-3 months of reading! You can't really read this stuff; you kinda need folks that know... check out BYAP on google.
I make this setup & construction vid soon
Materials are important based on the type of water flow & style of grow...
To get rid of the bugs naturally, try companion planting. Certain herbs are great at repelling pest insects and attracting beneficial insects. Lovage, borage, and geranium are great. I would suggest borage and lovage in the bed with geraniums around it on your property. Garlic is also great for helping lettuce and cucumbers grow while repelling a ton of pest insects (and it tastes great!). Keep up the good work, I definitely suggest looking into companion planting.
alernatively if most of the bugs arent flying bugs.. (and usually they are crawlers) then you just need to make sure they cant climb up into your raised beds. You could do this by reducing the number of things which touch the ground leading up to the beds. and use various obstacles like hessian or double sided tape around the support legs.
At night a couple of hours after dark you will see them feeding on your crops in groups.. you can then flick them off.
AWESOME! Way to go Bro! My bro and I just planted our soil, garden in Vegas, we just got the pond, so fingers crossed. I like seeing how you used the netting! I think I will borrow some of that idea there! This is the first video of yours that I watched, can't wait to get to part II. Rob and the Family
If you ever have any questions and require assistance just ask. The videos are mostly short and sweet.
I tried to dwell on my mistakes, for emphasis as to warn others, so they might avoid the easy mistakes I made; as such the videos might not be the prettiest but there's some good data. make sure you see the Pro-biotics video.
This is pretty dang awesome! I'm jealous. Want very much to do something like that here, but it is too cold in the winter, Colorado. Looks like you put some serious work into this.
Many Catfish farms in Alabama. I think I read Alabama is one to the biggest in the US for catfish production.
Perch/Crappy/Bluegill are pan-fish and take fairly low temps in the teens- IF a slow drop in temp. If you can bury your tank would be best for stable temps.
Tilapia are vegetarian but require MUCH warmer temps(maybe indoor) however they have a fast growing cycle. Catfish IMHO would be best. but look to- local US fish-game and wildlife org
thanks queezy, I knew I read it was a southern state with warmer temps but couldn't remember which one. My data is/was from 2 years ago and I was reading every thing I could get my hands on at the time, so you're right.
They do generally share the same latitudinal weather patterns and temps so catfish should be great in either state and way better then up here lol but still too cold for the African Tilapia I believe
No, lol. I said the same thing in the beginning. The Nitrogen cycle is everywhere. Do cows taste like grass or oats? Do chickens taste like rocks? Do roses smell like horse-shit?
I looked at your page... does pot grow from poop or fish guts? Does the pot ever smell like either?
The Nitrogen Cycle is an amazing fact in Nature & connects all to everything; rocks trees, rivers, food, plants we are all connected to the Universe through the never-ending energy cycle. We are all Beings of light!
Word. Way to connect to me through my interests. =] Thanks for checking out my page. Since those tomatoes DON'T taste like fish poop I just might give it a try. Keep up the good work...
wow, that looks like fun! i am so far from self sufficient its ridiculous. i see the "very possible" looming in the distance and am freaked out. not new to the NWO stuff.
i make enough to pay the bills and rent. my bro lives close by and we started a garden last year....but i have yet to convince him on what may come.
his family needs to really expand their garden and prepare but i can't convince him. i need to try harder i guess.
Don't waste your time, With the price of the solar pannels still so high and all the other equipment that you by to make a complete system capable of putting out enough power you would have paid more money a kw then the regular way you get your electricity maybe in the future the price of the solar cells will come down more it will be worth it plus they cant put out any really power without putting a bunch of cells together.
You can mix tobasco or similar hot sauce with some water in a spray bottle, and spray your leaves down each morning. Bugs won't touch the leaves, then!
It washes off even if you harvest later that day. Or spray after harvest. The morning dew might wash it off or dilute it, so do it in the AM.
I feel bad I've never seen this till now. Congrats on a job well done! The video is perfectly adequate especially considering the high quality of the content.
Just wondering if you're considering crops that can be canned and if you know anything about canning?
Granny Warriors have put out a GREAT new book and Linda is selling heirloom seeds. I bought her book (recipes and old time remedies) along with the seeds but little chance of planting where I'm at.
hey moon cool! thank you for your kind words. The salt actually did nothing to the plants. I was shocked! I know a guy who does Hydro;) he said all of his nutrients are salt based even to the point of build up on his equipment over time. The plants just ignore it completely, the fish would suffer long before the plants showed any damage.
I love granny I check it out. Of course heirloom seeds is what i'm into. I have been canning for weeks now, it seems.
I'm over the top with canning, of course; pressure cooking chickens, sausage, pork and beef with rice, dumplings and noodles. How long do you think services will continue? Workers at water treatment? Electricity workers? Trash removal? I believe it's a house of cards. I Hope not but since No "Dr. Know" I am fresh out of TRUST, accept for self and God/higher/whatever.
I don't hold out much hope for 'services'. Composting will be a great way to help eliminate your waste but I expect you won't have much waste.
Remember my friend there is nothing higher than G*d :-) and we must learn to trust, at the very least, our fellow individualists. We are few, for sure, but I don't think we can do it alone. JMHO.
I've been giving the Free State Project A LOT OF THOUGHT. Have you? Looks like you're pretty well rooted there, nice place by the way :-)
Great work! Codex Alimentarius.. I subscribe to Freemen and to any Survivalist, what you're doing is great, please keep the videos coming :D i have taken a liking to vertical wind turbines and to compressed air in (carbon or steel) tanks as environmental energy storage, when reused as mechanical power to pump or to drive a dynamo, the exhaust is 0 to -15 celsius of clean air, potential for energy efficient cold storage applications.. Peace
thanks man, I'm just trying to minimize the amount contact/use of their systems. I have believed for sometime, their systems are bond to break down; causing many hardships people are not mentally prepared to endure.
We see this starting to happen now. I hope I have done enough for my family. The next 3-5 years are going to get very hard in the US IMHO. I hope you have secured and prepared.
Thanks for the encouragement brother, I wish peace for you & your family.
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The fish may be flicking due to parasite or water pH. I would recommend the use of edible aquatics, and some submerged species such as mentha aquatica.
Your only problem that comes to ind is the energy input requirement.
Even a still body of water will serve your purpose. Research chinampas.
yeah i studied on still or low flow and the fish will grow faster if you'll put them on a tread mill. so moving the water is more about the movement then anything else; of course bio conversion rate was also increased, meaning more food
it's my attempt to hedge inflation, secure an organic food source for tougher times and learn cutting edge organic bio-technologies. Many of which go a long way to understanding human microbiologies as well. It's just good stuff!
This will also go a long way as evidence, to serve as documentation for my self supportive lifestyle;therefore living outside of "Their" Corporate System of commerce and my personal need to control my Strawman/Corporate Persona my PERSON. Thus a, "Freeman"
Could I suggest that were water runs back into the fish tank. COULD YOU BUILD A a water wheel,and weight giro attached to a bike chain and gears to turn an electric generator to charge batteries. That is what I am hoping to be doing, any further suggestions how we can take advantage of the drooping water would be apreciated. Hope you are going to make more vids. REGARDS
a Ram Pump comes to mind. There many applications but for a water drop maybe a hydro ram pump. here is one /watch?v=f4ngVxNF7Uw
Once you understand how it works you'll probable make your own their simple and wonderfully easy.
Good luck, when you start up... if you do videos... let us know, so we can pop over & watch. We all have to stick together in this crazy Aquaponic hobby.
the plants will just ignore the salt, it is not in a form they can access. It is there and it could bother them at some point, BUT at much higher levels than the fish could tolerate, so we'll never see that level.
NOTE: Salt is NOT Iodized Salt like you eat. Sea salt or Free Running Salt NO IODINE.
10 inches is about as shallow as folks go. Many do 14-20inches. You might get away with less then 10" but it depends on the plants I wouldn't go too much less.
What kind of salt are you using? What is flash? What kind of catfish are you growing? I have like a million question, but I'll settle for those three for now.
RedSkeletone 1 month ago
@RedSkeletone hey Red, no problem brother!
the "salt" is called, "free-running salt" No it's not special salt... the only difference is, it has NO IODINE in it. Iodine is a metal and will hurt the fish.
"Flashing" is when the fish turn quickly to their sides, like using the water, for scratching an itch, it's a nervous disorder, brought-on by many things... you can google: "fish, gram negative bacteria"
Channel Cats & Blue Cats.
Signzit 1 month ago
What a great system, its videos like this that inspired me, well done.
lifekreator 2 months ago 2
Semper Fi
TheLivingPress 3 months ago
@TheLivingPress Semper Fi!
Signzit 1 month ago
I have heard that ladybugs and daddy long legs spiders are both your friends in the garden when it comes to eating the pests that eat your plants. I understand they are pretty easy to get in most places. You just add them and forget them.. . basically.
Plisko1 4 months ago 3
I would suggest growing dandelions, herbs or other companion plants to keep your pest problem under control.
sustainablehuman 5 months ago
Nice set up.
darbee63 5 months ago 2
Nice setup, Signzit.
Nice meeting like minded folks too... Anthony
4micaman 6 months ago 2
when adding another garden bed do you need another pump or do you just need a pipe?
Tuxedo748 7 months ago 2
@Tuxedo748 given the size of my pump, I need only add new pipe. you want to circulate the volume of your tank at least twice and hour.
Signzit 6 months ago 2
@Signzit Twice an Hour?! That's it. I have mine going like every 8 minutes haha. Good to know I could add on 5 times the size of flower bed!
Also curious, what do you base this upon? Personal experience?
enticed2zeitgeist 4 months ago
@enticed2zeitgeist it's rule of thumb, based on the finding of users with dissolved oxygen meters over at BYA
w... *backyard aquaponics*com / forum
all of you reading and thinking of this effort for your further independence, should join. ITS FREE.
Signzit 4 months ago
@Signzit Cool. I just signed up. It looks a lot better than the forums I was using earlier.
enticed2zeitgeist 4 months ago
You have a great system there. You mentioned about the bugs eating your plants. We always planted marigolds around our garden to attract bugs that reduce the amount of harmful insects in the garden. Also if you want to get off the power grid to run your system you can run a closed electrical system. I use a battery charger plugged into the inverter and run my lights and fan off the other plug. The 10 amp charge keeps the battery up. It beats paying the corporation. Keep up the good work.!
timothywiesner 7 months ago
You sure seem to have a bug problem. Have you tried encouraging lizards to live on your grow beds to eat any night time pests that come around? (most likely won't work if snails are the source of your problem)
Also, whenever one of your plants die or is harvested and you end up with non-edible leaves, roots, and stems, you can compost them- eventually using the compost to fertilize a normal grow-in-the-dirt type of garden.
ObeyBunny 8 months ago
How do you seed the plants?
Cocomann 9 months ago
hey piece of advice you want to get rid of bugs without pesticides plant marigolds in with your plants .Marigolds and bugs dont get along
bubba2974 9 months ago
@bubba2974 That's what I need Marigolds thanks
paulgem123 9 months ago
It's a nice set up. I might suggest that you get screeneing and lady bugs for pest control in the beds.totally organic and good for the eco system.
redtankgirl5 10 months ago
Nice setup! Awesome work gone into this. And cheers for the creditor shoutout ;)
N4CR5 10 months ago
i thnk if you could raise your tank or lower your plants to the ground you could use gravity to cut down on electricity usage from the pump
fatwadmcskylar 10 months ago
Hydroponics = Yuck !
Gardensnog 11 months ago
@Gardensnog
spraycanart 10 months ago
@Gardensnog Aquaponics not hydroponics. If you don't know the difference then perhaps you should not post.
spraycanart 10 months ago
A vertical wind turbine or solar panel, and converter to run the pump?
DontFriendInviteMe 11 months ago
good job well done brother....thank you for the post....peace
seahorsecowboys 11 months ago
buy some lady bugs for your pest control and plant flowers...
uhateusaFU 1 year ago
is there any problem with germs from the fish in the vegetables that are then ingested by humans?
musicianoconnor 1 year ago
@musicianoconnor no not at all.
When flowers are grown in horse-shit, do the roses smell of it, when cut? Do any normal crops grown with compost carry germs, like carrots and other tubers, yeah, but you wash the dirt off before eating. Any fruiting that occurs above ground are always fine, I can eat tomatoes fresh from the vine without washing.
It's a very simple organic Nitrogen Cycle nothing else.
Signzit 1 year ago 3
@musicianoconnor
I believe fish waste in particular poses little threat to humans because fish are not known to carry human pathogens. Using mammal waste is much more worrisome.
gilligasad 10 months ago
@musicianoconnor Germs are fine, beneficial bacteria naturally deal with this. Chemicals however, as sold treated in the grocery store, is not good for you.
donsjuand 6 months ago
Nice but..
1/3 horse pump roughly 50$ a month to run, waste of money. Divert your stream for this its a waste again. You could use the stream for power and just plant your garden the old fashion way, I did find it interesting though.
ve3tru 1 year ago
I would suggest using salt water on your plants bugs because dont like their food too salty like ourselves
achawofl2000 1 year ago
fu**ing awesome video! Thanks!
xjih78 1 year ago
You can dust your plants with diatomaceous earth, it will not hurt the fish, in fact it is good for them (I used to drop some into our fish tanks from time to time), it will kill the bugs without using pesticides or toxins. Someone else here suggested using tobacco, that would be toxic to your fish.
Wretha
TreasureGift 1 year ago
The best organic pesticide to use is garlic. You can buy a garlic spray or you can just plant some garlic in your garden.
UniverseNews 1 year ago
The trick is to put a bug light over the fish tank. The bugs fall in the tank then feed fish food for plants :-)
marthale7 1 year ago 2
@marthale7 if you can make a compost pile nearby or do anything to attract worms and birds (certain color flowers)... i think that will help with your bug problem too. you should fight the bugs. tobacco leaves can be used as an organic insecticide if tobacco grows in your region.
how do you feed the fish?
truthisouttheir 1 year ago
@truthisouttheir Hi, I feed them from my wormbin, and I grow duckweed I do have a large compost heap, but fireants are a problem I am trying to start worms in this heap today as the weather is turning cooler so the ant population is going down. The problem with the worms is the sand is so dry they don't do well, they do great in my square foot garden, and my self watering containers.
marthale7 1 year ago
@marthale7 thats actually a pretty decent idea
fatwadmcskylar 10 months ago
excellent
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I am looking to make my first aquaponic system. I have alot of 88 gallon water tanks. I was wondering if there is a formula for size of fish tank (gallons) vs GPH flow from the pump?
Kregspiell 1 year ago
I am looking to make my first aquaponic system. I have alot of 88 gallon water tanks. I was wondering if there is a formula for size of fish tank (gallons) vs GPH flow from the pump?
Kregspiell 1 year ago
@Kregspiell a formula: fish per Gal. most fish, 2-3 gals per lb. of fish at harvest. harvest goal 100 fish at 2 = 200 lbs start them in 400 to 600 gals. of water.
For pump size, you will want to circulate the your total volume of water at least ones per hour. for some fish U want to move more volume to create the "Tread-Mill effect. Like channel-cats or trout. I would think run-time amps vs start-up amps. Always go bigger!! because you will go larger and larger!! ;)) adding fish and grow space
Signzit 1 year ago
I am looking to make my first aquaponic system. I have alot of 88 gallon water tanks. I was wondering if there is a formula for size of fish tank (gallons) vs GPH flow from the pump?
Kregspiell 1 year ago
if the system has been online long enough with the fish living in the reservoir, they should provide the necessary nutrients for plant life.
Fletchman08 1 year ago
You got it down... thanks for the posting
MichaelEWolfe 1 year ago
great set up! hey about the bug problem, i was thinking if you covered the plants with a netting you could treat with lady bugs that will eat the bugs and not the plants. i'm not sure if the netting would cut out to much light but just a thought. i know of other ppl that use lady bugs in indoor situations and they say it works great. any way set i hope i can get me one going soon
Obamawongetoveritok 1 year ago
If you plant some Marigolds with your veges,it will help with the bugs.Their are many flowers the help keep bugs away from veges.
wrhgrace 1 year ago
plant some marigolds with your veges to keep some bugs out.their are lots of flowers that will help with the bugs naturally. keep up the good work.
wrhgrace 1 year ago
That's good. But I have a question. Do you put any nutrients in the water to feed vegetables or do you just use fish water? Thank you
free6006 1 year ago
@free6006 only trace elements or micro-nutrients in the from of a rabbit salt lick, from hertz
Signzit 1 year ago
Hey, 3rd batalion 5th marines 67 68 Viet Nam Semper fi
2bigpower 1 year ago
@2bigpower semper fi brother
Signzit 1 year ago
very cool man
painfreeinboca 1 year ago
@painfreeinboca thanks much
Signzit 1 year ago
could you use some smoking method to drive off the insects a little upwind fire every few days or so or even some of those citronella burners or 7 day candles that could avoid the infusion to the water don't you think. love the stuff this will be my 1st time god bless
beh538 1 year ago
@beh538 thank you
Signzit 1 year ago
I haven't had time to read through all the comments here so forgive me if this has been mentioned.
Place the plants in your system according to heavy feeders and their companions first down to the lighter feeders. Keep non compatible plants out of the same trays, maybe out of the same system.
If you can't afford floating row covers to keep the bugs off your plants, old sheer curtains from a thrift store work pretty good. Juicy from a worm composting bin will help strengthen your plants.
dontlikenumbers 1 year ago
@dontlikenumbers thanks great idea
Signzit 1 year ago
add diatomaceous earth. Its good for pest control and good forgetting parasites in the fish. Win win. Its just fossilized algae :)
jesslessthemess 1 year ago
This is really awesome! I just started on my own DIY hydroponic system that uses the ebb & flow method. I will get into this in the next year or two, perhaps. I have one major question: Do you add extra nutrients to your fish water before it gets to your plants? I saw at least one aquaponics system video on here that claimed they had to do so. Thanks.
xanderortiz 2 years ago
@xanderortiz yes supplements are needed at bloom time
Signzit 1 year ago
@Signzit ok, but can you be a little more specific? I've heard you have to be careful what you add and in what form so that you don't hurt the fish or their gills. I actually have an aquaponic system right now that I made out of 2 bath tubs. Our tomatoes are doing great.
xanderortiz 1 year ago
Oh my, what a great idea using a creek.
katiatomsk 2 years ago
Sweet, well done.
MokuPueo 2 years ago
@MokuPueo thank you
Signzit 1 year ago
is Diatomaceous Earth harmful to fish?? If not that would be a great way to keep bugs at bay naturally.
SeaStellaSparkle 2 years ago
I have asked this question many times... I'm afraid to try it myself.
Many quibble about food grade vs. Non,
For me I came down on the side of, "NO', do not use it.
My reasoning, was, it is actually bone fragments or powered skeletons, my fear is for their gills. While it is not poison and won't kill them outright, it could cause gill problems or breathing issues, with too many ppm(s) per Gal/Lt Stress is the Killer in tanks above all else. it could stress so no, IMHO don't use.
Signzit 2 years ago
I know what it is, It is safe for small animals to in hail a bit I dunno. I am sure there have been tests done. Just need to do the research. there has to be something. Sharing your plants with insects isn't any healthier for you.
F8hasu 2 years ago
rigidity
rascalwind 2 years ago
@rascalwind
lol 1 in 33,000 not too bad.;)
Signzit 2 years ago
you'll have better luck growing them in soil, and composting.
palui 2 years ago
This is the trouble with recirculated aquaponics, as the fish may not enjoy the needed treatment much. If it gives trouble forever, try cycling the fish water separate from the plants with a rotating drum filter, the exiting waste from this can go to the plants.
SustainableSolution1 2 years ago
You have put a lot of work into this. Can I sugest that the bugs are actually a secondary infection, taking advantage of the plants being deficient in something, probably iron . Take a sample of leaves to a store that does nutrient testing, then you will know what you need to improve.
SustainableSolution1 2 years ago
Great job man. Your the first person Ive seen using Catfish. I really like ur idea of a stream fed system too, it sounds like it could work, and if the slope was steep enough use zero electricity.
madscirat 2 years ago
Grass cuttings should keep bugs off your plants...
link2jaf 2 years ago
awesome system man!
ClaxNVEST 2 years ago
Amazing!!!
arijitmumbai 2 years ago
One lady on YouTube planted marigolds in her aquaponic garden to keep off insects.
sbflash311 2 years ago
That is an old trick that works quite well. Not always 100% effective, but works most of the time.
eternalfire1244 2 years ago
hello! question pls! how your system works? you run the water 24-7 or you have timer?.......thanks!
jieboyskybwi 2 years ago
24-7/365
but there are other ways. A Gravity fed, Bell Siphon systyem, from tank to tank/tray/growbed is better use of power/electric.
Signzit 2 years ago
you say you're wanting to get off the city's power grid, as long as you're in a windy area or have a tall enough pole, you might try going with wind power :) anyway, that's a nice garden, hope it does well for you
smokmpeacepipe 2 years ago
but otherwise this is amazing thank you and if you every get to do that put on here!
YirtakkiHippie 2 years ago
Spray the plants with a a mixture of a tiny bit of soap and a little dissolved hot pepper or plant onions or something from the onion family around those plants
YirtakkiHippie 2 years ago
You need a greenhouse brother.
fitzgerald95971 2 years ago
not with aquaponics
TheDudeRulez09 2 years ago
awesome!
aidiami 2 years ago
Mate,
A triumph! We're about buy some acres with a creek & good dams. We''re going to give aquaponics a go, albeit on a larger scale.
Can I suggest fly screeen ( aussie term). Called a Florida Room, fly wire around it all to keep out the bugs. You can net your crop and only those bugs captured will remain. They will slowly die off you're left with a very happy crop, bug free.
Anyway, just my thoughts, happy to discuss further. Cheers Scozza
slamshed 2 years ago
hey thanks for the tip and I can't wait to see your set-up. Put something "UP" so I can subscribe!
Signzit 2 years ago
Yeah a good Marine Semper Fi! We need more people to be like you sir.
HPaillet 2 years ago
Semper Fi, brother.
Long live, The Republic!
Signzit 2 years ago
Death to Tyrants
HPaillet 2 years ago
hey signzit...
great talky... LOL
one way to get away from public utilities... invest in a battery and solar panel... a bit pricey, but should be able to power your 1/3 hp pump well enough. find the amp draw and go from there.
at least that way, you aren't getting charged anything monthly for your pump running 24/7.
6361955 2 years ago 2
hey thanks, i'm looking at solar but right now my goal is to end all of my contracts with the system, to also Include ending my personal debt.
Signzit 2 years ago
sick setup man.. im getting ready to build my aquaponics setup soon, been growing with hydroponics for awhile now, so i decided to jump into something like this.
joncracker114 2 years ago
Nice setup Signzit.
I just love these kinds of projects and the fact that you took the time to show it to us. I really like your philosophy of "producing more than the bugs can eat" and not relyinhg on pesticides. Great video, great person, thanks for posting it. 5 stars from me!
fbt2007 2 years ago
Thank you fbt2007 that's kind of you to say. When i first found this stuff to be true and also effective as a complete system; it was just too cool to not share.
Plus it was something in the way of, "Action" that could be taken by SELF, to effect a small amount of control over self, and lessen one's dependence, in these ever more increasingly unstable times, in which we all live.
I just want to harmonize and to be left a lone within my own liberty as sovereign creature. Thanks for the kindness
Signzit 2 years ago
Hey it's great to see this nutrient cycling system and you can basically produce a whole complete meal (protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals) from this one system. That's the nutrients coming out. My question is - what are the nutrients going in? (ie what are you feeding the fish?)
Anyway thanks for posting, this is mega! Great to see someone doing something practical to prepare for the consequences of the ongoing monetary hyperinflation. All the best.
carringtonblush 2 years ago
The feed? Purina cathfish chow, 32% fats.
To attempt proper balance...
I am experimenting in small quantities of some over-nutrient within the fish feed itself, some add to the water itself and of course folair spraying of the plants.
Firstly, It would be dangerous for fish health to adjust their feed too much. It seems harsh, forward & presumptuous of us to feed the fish what their bodies do NOT require simply to supplement, feed the plants. I am studying fish diet. cont...
Signzit 2 years ago
That being said, there are many Trace elements in the natural fish environment of ponds and creeks that I am lacking in a plastic tank. In that regard, I have decided to use additives to the environment, the water.
There are many "Plant foods" for fish tanks BUT NOT for FOOD FISH. We eat FOOD fish, so even it won't kill the fish it is not good for you or them. As of now, I am using FOOD Rabbit, (or Eating Rabbits) Mineral Stone Licks they contain...
Signzit 2 years ago
Salt Manganous Oxide Ferrous Carbonate Magnesium Oxide Calcium Sulfate Copper Oxide Cobalt Carbonate Zinc Oxide Calcium Iodate Iron Oxide (wow i guess it time to make a Vid) and cover this more closely...
Signzit 2 years ago
alright...Now show us the Bud Of the Month and stop pretending that this is preparation for the NWO..:)
Excellent video
timetodepop 2 years ago
lol funny! I like your sense of humor friend. you're a ball buster. and you may very well have been right, AT SOME POINT IN THE VERY DISTANT PAST! (sight) but i'm old now, and respectable lol! thanks for your comments brother!
Signzit 2 years ago
Pretty sweet setup.
karl9x 2 years ago
thanks you karl9x
Signzit 2 years ago
brilliant, permaculture in practice
venomousbird 2 years ago
thanks, and thanks for watching.
Signzit 2 years ago
hey bro, how do you feed the fish??
luisrock7777 2 years ago
"hey bro, how do you feed the fish??"
Sorry I missed this question, I feed the Catfish Chow, Purina brand with 32% fat. They are small pellets, I feed by hand
Signzit 2 years ago
lady bugs are a great pesticide for softbody bugs and carnivore snails for other other bugs...
jessiefrank 2 years ago
"lady bugs are a great pesticide for softbody bugs and carnivore snails for other other bugs... "
Wow, I missed this one too, sorry.
How would I contain the Ladybugs, why would they not fly away, is there a pheromone or something I would use to keep them from migrating away as soon as I release them?
Signzit 2 years ago
they suggest to "net" over the tops of plants when releasing ladybugs into a open garden space... for at least 24 hours. this gives the ladybugs a chance to acclimate themselves and realize what a feast you have prepared for them.
i also would not be surprised to find out they do make a ladybug pheromone for the same purpose. but the netting/tarping is a quick and easy way.
you could build an pvc hoop house to contain them cheaply, something semi permanent for releasing, but removeable.
6361955 2 years ago
what about lady bugs and carnivore snails....
jessiefrank 2 years ago
Mustard greens are a great distraction for those bugs, so they don't eat your real crops, cabbage etc.. They LOVE the mustard greens. Loving the setup,
HomesteadProvocateur 2 years ago
You planted that all from seeds and it only a little more than a Month and a half old. WOW
Clepto202 2 years ago
signzit,
I was wonder how much Barley extract per gallon do you use?
Also would it be ok to use a Janitor fish in the tank to help eat the algae?
is it ok just to leave the water pumping slowly 24/7?
what about depth of the water should it be below the surface 3 -4 inches or right to the top of the pebbles?
Thanks for you helpful video's
you can send me a message
Chette
Chette777 2 years ago
The barley extract, seems different for every product. I just follow the instructions; the only thing consistent is, you use double the normal application on the first week. I also use the pond barley bundles; It's real barley in a mesh-bag with a cork to help keep it afloat
Janitor Fish, Yes a lot of people buy algae-eaters/tilapia; just watch to make sure the breeds get along
24/7? Yes with Supplemental Air
Water level: I run it high as I set roots, and lower it to 4-6" once plants set up
Signzit 2 years ago
This is a VERY good video. Gather all of the bitten up plants together - these will be your 'sacrificial' plants. Every day clip off the bitten up leaves and toss 'em to the catfish. Watch the fight. If the leaves have 'guests' on them, it will be a catfish treat! If you dangle a little bit of bad meat just above the tank, they will also be happy with the result.
VolkgartenBySquirrel 2 years ago
A net to support the plantsGenius!
My family farmered and we grew watermelons and cucumbers on one field. Mostly cotton though.
dax313xab 2 years ago
"A net to support the plantsGenius!
My family farmered and we grew watermelons and cucumbers on one field. Mostly cotton though."
Yeah I think net is tomatoes trellis.
You can't eat cotton lol, Are you or you guys, going to do a garden this year? Think about doing one bro, seriously!
I you can at least buy seeds and sit on them just in case.
Signzit 2 years ago
shout out to ron paul people! alright man!
R.P. 2012!
CondemnedPatriot 2 years ago
WooHoo hell yeah... if there is one lol!
R.P. 2012
Signzit 2 years ago
Hey man I really like your setup, I just finished my first aquaponics set up (300 gallon aerator tank), but what you have here, will be similar to my next setup.
All i need to know is, what type of growbeds are those? or how did you build them?
Thank you.
CondemnedPatriot 2 years ago
Great man!!! glad to have you in AP!
As you can see I went cheapo using recycled materials of course.
I bought (4) 80in x 36in. Solid-Core 3inch commercial doors at County Auction, $100.00.
I used 10in. Plank Board or Stair-treds as skirting to create, the 10in deep box
Drilled drain hole and Bought from (HOME DEPOT grrr!) their, Black "Good Year" Pond Liner
IMPORTANT is the drain, you should need a "Bulk-Head", the bigger the better; cuz you will use Stand pipes to control water levels
Signzit 2 years ago
I think there is more to say than I can type here. Since there have been may questions about construction & it's costs; I think.I'll do a construction video since never covered this last year.
Hell I was a stress case trying to learn on the fly... even with 2-3 months of reading! You can't really read this stuff; you kinda need folks that know... check out BYAP on google.
I make this setup & construction vid soon
Materials are important based on the type of water flow & style of grow...
Signzit 2 years ago
To get rid of the bugs naturally, try companion planting. Certain herbs are great at repelling pest insects and attracting beneficial insects. Lovage, borage, and geranium are great. I would suggest borage and lovage in the bed with geraniums around it on your property. Garlic is also great for helping lettuce and cucumbers grow while repelling a ton of pest insects (and it tastes great!). Keep up the good work, I definitely suggest looking into companion planting.
nthnlsmmrs 3 years ago 2
alernatively if most of the bugs arent flying bugs.. (and usually they are crawlers) then you just need to make sure they cant climb up into your raised beds. You could do this by reducing the number of things which touch the ground leading up to the beds. and use various obstacles like hessian or double sided tape around the support legs.
At night a couple of hours after dark you will see them feeding on your crops in groups.. you can then flick them off.
2Shye 2 years ago
AWESOME! Way to go Bro! My bro and I just planted our soil, garden in Vegas, we just got the pond, so fingers crossed. I like seeing how you used the netting! I think I will borrow some of that idea there! This is the first video of yours that I watched, can't wait to get to part II. Rob and the Family
rp6107 3 years ago
Good luck, thanks for sub'n.
If you ever have any questions and require assistance just ask. The videos are mostly short and sweet.
I tried to dwell on my mistakes, for emphasis as to warn others, so they might avoid the easy mistakes I made; as such the videos might not be the prettiest but there's some good data. make sure you see the Pro-biotics video.
Signzit 3 years ago
This is pretty dang awesome! I'm jealous. Want very much to do something like that here, but it is too cold in the winter, Colorado. Looks like you put some serious work into this.
HomesteadProvocateur 3 years ago
Good looking system , we plan to start one in Alabama.
where are you located ?
Also plan on using catfish, but i'm not aposed to others like perch or tilapia.
What are youre thoughts on that . Thanks
cocopella 3 years ago
Cherokee MTS. western NC/eastern TN
Many Catfish farms in Alabama. I think I read Alabama is one to the biggest in the US for catfish production.
Perch/Crappy/Bluegill are pan-fish and take fairly low temps in the teens- IF a slow drop in temp. If you can bury your tank would be best for stable temps.
Tilapia are vegetarian but require MUCH warmer temps(maybe indoor) however they have a fast growing cycle. Catfish IMHO would be best. but look to- local US fish-game and wildlife org
Signzit 3 years ago
Alabama is #2 on the amount of catfish farms, Mississipi is #1- unless theres some brand new ones ;)
queezy420 3 years ago
thanks queezy, I knew I read it was a southern state with warmer temps but couldn't remember which one. My data is/was from 2 years ago and I was reading every thing I could get my hands on at the time, so you're right.
They do generally share the same latitudinal weather patterns and temps so catfish should be great in either state and way better then up here lol but still too cold for the African Tilapia I believe
Signzit 3 years ago
Do the tomatoes taste like fish poop?! O_o
EffAreOhhGee 3 years ago
No, lol. I said the same thing in the beginning. The Nitrogen cycle is everywhere. Do cows taste like grass or oats? Do chickens taste like rocks? Do roses smell like horse-shit?
I looked at your page... does pot grow from poop or fish guts? Does the pot ever smell like either?
The Nitrogen Cycle is an amazing fact in Nature & connects all to everything; rocks trees, rivers, food, plants we are all connected to the Universe through the never-ending energy cycle. We are all Beings of light!
Signzit 3 years ago
Word. Way to connect to me through my interests. =] Thanks for checking out my page. Since those tomatoes DON'T taste like fish poop I just might give it a try. Keep up the good work...
EffAreOhhGee 3 years ago
P.S. The plants are beautiful. I always figured okra grew the other way though, hanging like a chili pepper. Trip out. O_o
EffAreOhhGee 3 years ago
wow, that looks like fun! i am so far from self sufficient its ridiculous. i see the "very possible" looming in the distance and am freaked out. not new to the NWO stuff.
i make enough to pay the bills and rent. my bro lives close by and we started a garden last year....but i have yet to convince him on what may come.
his family needs to really expand their garden and prepare but i can't convince him. i need to try harder i guess.
burninbushmen 3 years ago
Great info
thank you
f417h 3 years ago
nice garden looks like grasshoppers got some of those veggies...
CouldBawake 3 years ago
COOL
davethecaveman 3 years ago
If you wanna get away from the power company, look up PHOTOVOLTEIC.
It is solar pannels that you can hook up to run your own electricity. I don't know a lot about it, but my friend was just telling me about it.
MrDuffy81 3 years ago
thanks man, I'll check them.
I've been looking a helium generators, flying wind generators.
Signzit 3 years ago
Don't waste your time, With the price of the solar pannels still so high and all the other equipment that you by to make a complete system capable of putting out enough power you would have paid more money a kw then the regular way you get your electricity maybe in the future the price of the solar cells will come down more it will be worth it plus they cant put out any really power without putting a bunch of cells together.
BobbitoBlaze 3 years ago
Yeah, but what about if there are no power lines?
The point is to be sustainable even if there is NO grid, ya know?
Some of us are planning for disaster, and some of us aren't...
MrDuffy81 3 years ago
You can mix tobasco or similar hot sauce with some water in a spray bottle, and spray your leaves down each morning. Bugs won't touch the leaves, then!
It washes off even if you harvest later that day. Or spray after harvest. The morning dew might wash it off or dilute it, so do it in the AM.
MrDuffy81 3 years ago
I feel bad I've never seen this till now. Congrats on a job well done! The video is perfectly adequate especially considering the high quality of the content.
Just wondering if you're considering crops that can be canned and if you know anything about canning?
Granny Warriors have put out a GREAT new book and Linda is selling heirloom seeds. I bought her book (recipes and old time remedies) along with the seeds but little chance of planting where I'm at.
anyusmoon1 3 years ago
How does the salt affect the plants/vegetables?
anyusmoon1 3 years ago
hey moon cool! thank you for your kind words. The salt actually did nothing to the plants. I was shocked! I know a guy who does Hydro;) he said all of his nutrients are salt based even to the point of build up on his equipment over time. The plants just ignore it completely, the fish would suffer long before the plants showed any damage.
Signzit 3 years ago
Awe, hun, you're welcome.
Interesting about the salt. Say, wondering if you should get yourself some lady bugs- they'll munch all those critters eating your garden.
anyusmoon1 3 years ago
I love granny I check it out. Of course heirloom seeds is what i'm into. I have been canning for weeks now, it seems.
I'm over the top with canning, of course; pressure cooking chickens, sausage, pork and beef with rice, dumplings and noodles. How long do you think services will continue? Workers at water treatment? Electricity workers? Trash removal? I believe it's a house of cards. I Hope not but since No "Dr. Know" I am fresh out of TRUST, accept for self and God/higher/whatever.
Signzit 3 years ago
I don't hold out much hope for 'services'. Composting will be a great way to help eliminate your waste but I expect you won't have much waste.
Remember my friend there is nothing higher than G*d :-) and we must learn to trust, at the very least, our fellow individualists. We are few, for sure, but I don't think we can do it alone. JMHO.
I've been giving the Free State Project A LOT OF THOUGHT. Have you? Looks like you're pretty well rooted there, nice place by the way :-)
anyusmoon1 3 years ago
Great work! Codex Alimentarius.. I subscribe to Freemen and to any Survivalist, what you're doing is great, please keep the videos coming :D i have taken a liking to vertical wind turbines and to compressed air in (carbon or steel) tanks as environmental energy storage, when reused as mechanical power to pump or to drive a dynamo, the exhaust is 0 to -15 celsius of clean air, potential for energy efficient cold storage applications.. Peace
ZionistWorldOrder 3 years ago
thanks man, I'm just trying to minimize the amount contact/use of their systems. I have believed for sometime, their systems are bond to break down; causing many hardships people are not mentally prepared to endure.
We see this starting to happen now. I hope I have done enough for my family. The next 3-5 years are going to get very hard in the US IMHO. I hope you have secured and prepared.
Thanks for the encouragement brother, I wish peace for you & your family.
Signzit 3 years ago
weres the weed plants?
Fajuvo 3 years ago
Great Posting. Keep up with the good work
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obaidkarki 3 years ago
Hey Mr. obaid, ok friends!
You were one of my first Sub's if I remember correctly. Thanks for the sub. Soon we move to winter so not much gardening.
I really like your Bio disclaimer:
"If you don't agree with me that's an honor.
It is immoral to appease to please.
My word hurts big time because it is quality of a moment of truth."
you're alright man.
Signzit 3 years ago
The fish may be flicking due to parasite or water pH. I would recommend the use of edible aquatics, and some submerged species such as mentha aquatica.
Your only problem that comes to ind is the energy input requirement.
Even a still body of water will serve your purpose. Research chinampas.
pondman27 3 years ago
yeah i studied on still or low flow and the fish will grow faster if you'll put them on a tread mill. so moving the water is more about the movement then anything else; of course bio conversion rate was also increased, meaning more food
Signzit 3 years ago
Cool, but what the hell is it? I mean :/ where the hell is it? COOL I WANT ONE!
LOL loved what you said at the end.
Constavlos 3 years ago
it's my attempt to hedge inflation, secure an organic food source for tougher times and learn cutting edge organic bio-technologies. Many of which go a long way to understanding human microbiologies as well. It's just good stuff!
This will also go a long way as evidence, to serve as documentation for my self supportive lifestyle;therefore living outside of "Their" Corporate System of commerce and my personal need to control my Strawman/Corporate Persona my PERSON. Thus a, "Freeman"
Signzit 3 years ago
Could I suggest that were water runs back into the fish tank. COULD YOU BUILD A a water wheel,and weight giro attached to a bike chain and gears to turn an electric generator to charge batteries. That is what I am hoping to be doing, any further suggestions how we can take advantage of the drooping water would be apreciated. Hope you are going to make more vids. REGARDS
nbm34 3 years ago
a Ram Pump comes to mind. There many applications but for a water drop maybe a hydro ram pump. here is one /watch?v=f4ngVxNF7Uw
Once you understand how it works you'll probable make your own their simple and wonderfully easy.
Good luck, when you start up... if you do videos... let us know, so we can pop over & watch. We all have to stick together in this crazy Aquaponic hobby.
Signzit 3 years ago
HOW WILL YOU BE ABLE TO RECYCLE THE FISH WATER through the plants if you salt the fish tank. Will salt effect the plants???
nbm34 3 years ago
the plants will just ignore the salt, it is not in a form they can access. It is there and it could bother them at some point, BUT at much higher levels than the fish could tolerate, so we'll never see that level.
NOTE: Salt is NOT Iodized Salt like you eat. Sea salt or Free Running Salt NO IODINE.
Signzit 3 years ago
Thank you very much for your reply. I assume the 10 inch depth is reqired for the plans to take
root. Would appreciate if you confirm this is correct or not. Yout garden is amazing. Thanks for the vids on this. regards
nbm34 3 years ago
10 inches is about as shallow as folks go. Many do 14-20inches. You might get away with less then 10" but it depends on the plants I wouldn't go too much less.
Signzit 3 years ago
how deep is the gravel bed????
nbm34 3 years ago
10" / 25cm deep
Signzit 3 years ago
I dont know much about Botony but the plants and photography is BEAUTIFUL!
Beadbud5000 3 years ago
...that's kind of you to say, thanks.
Signzit 3 years ago
Cool video. Very interesting concept - Mark