Five Essential Points To Consider When Setting Up Your Aquaponics System

     Setting up an aquaponic system, although quite an easy task, requires some basic knowledge of aquaponics. Below you will find 5 essential things which you should know in order to obtain spectacular results.

1.      Location

The place where you put your aquaponic system is highly important for the way in which the plants and the fish will develop. In order to obtain great results you should make sure, if you are growing indoors, that the temperature from the room is not too high, nor too low, that there is enough light for the plants to photosynthesise. The same rule applies to growing outdoors too, and also that no wind or extreme weather conditions will reach them. Also, make sure that no harmful chemical substances can get inside the water as this means death for both your fish and your plants.

2.      Oxygenizing the water

The happier your fish are, the better your system will work! This is why you need to oxygenize the water on a daily basis and make sure your fish have all the “comfort” they need.

3.     Choosing your fish accordingly

The aquaponic system works well with almost all types of fish. Yet, there are States in which you are not allowed to grow whatever type of fish you want, so you will need to see what types of fish you are allowed to have before starting your aquaponic system as you do not want any problems with the law.

4.      Placing the pots

In order to make the work easier, you should place the pots or the entire system at your waist level. This way you will not have to bend over, making the daily care routine a much easier activity.

     5.      Adding additives

There are cases in which your fish may not provide all the nutrients needed for your plants. If the quantity is lower than what the plants need, then you will have to supply them with the respective substances. In most cases you will need to add iron, calcium carbonate or potassium carbonate.

Aquaponics is an easy activity which will provide you with lots of pleasure, as well as 100% organic fish and vegetables in a short amount of time. Just follow the tips mentioned above and you will have great success in your attempt to grow organic food in your home. 

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