Description |
1 online resource |
Series |
Canadian Books Collection |
Contents |
Preface : a world without weeds -- Introduction : the state of the world -- 1. What is aquaponics? -- 2. The RCA system -- 3. Principles of system design -- 4. Constructing the RCA system -- 5. Tools of the trade -- 6. Managing the ecosystem -- 7. Cycling the system -- 8. Raising fish -- 9. Plant production -- 10. Plant diseases and pests -- 11. Standard operating procedures and protocols -- 12. Marketing and sales -- 13. Creating a business plan |
Summary |
Aquaponic farming--raising fish and vegetables together commercially--is the most promising innovation for a sustainable, profitable, localized food system. Until now, systems have largely focused on warm-water fish such as tilapia. A lack of reliable information for raising fish and vegetables in the cool climates of North America and Europe has been a major stumbling block. The Aquaponic Farmer is the game changer. Built around a proven 120-foot greenhouse system operable by one person, the book distills vast experience and complete step-by- step guidance for starting and running a cold-water aquaponics business. Coverage includes: A primer on cold-water aquaponics; Pros and cons of different systems; Complete design and construction of a Deep Water Culture system; Recommended and optional equipment and tools; System management, standard operating procedures, and maintenance checklists; Maximizing fish and veg production; Strategies for successful sales and marketing of fish and plants. As the only comprehensive commercial cold-water resource, The Aquaponic Farmer is essential for farmers contemplating the aquaponics market, aquaponics gardeners looking to go commercial, and anyone focused on high quality food production |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Subject |
Aquaponics -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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Aquaculture -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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Hydroponics -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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Fish culture -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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GARDENING -- Greenhouses.
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Hydroponics
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Fish culture
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Aquaculture
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Aquaponics
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Genre/Form |
manuals (instructional materials)
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handbooks.
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Handbooks and manuals
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Handbooks and manuals.
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Guides et manuels.
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Form |
Electronic book
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Author |
King, Whelm, 1977- author
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ISBN |
9781550926521 |
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1550926527 |
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1771422475 |
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9781771422475 |
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086571858X |
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9780865718586 |
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