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    Food from water

    Oct 09, 2019 4 minutes
    Words Steve McGrane

    Installing an aquaponics system can be a rewarding project. However, the selection of fish and plant species calls for careful planning. Also, consider using plants suited to your particular climate — or use a greenhouse.

    GETTING STARTED

    Let’s assume you understand the principles of an aquaponics system: that is, reticulating water through a system containing plants and fish and using the fish waste as the primary nutrient source for the plants. (Refer to previous articles for more detailed explanations on building or purchasing an aquaponics system.)

    After acquiring an aquaponics system, the next step is to consider what growing media, or soil

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