The Aquaponic Farmer

Adrian Southern

• 09 oktober 2017
• 9780865718586

Samenvatting:

The Aquaponic Farmer is a complete practical guide to understanding, constructing, and operating a family-farm scale commercial cold-water aquaponic system for raising trout and vegetables. It details a commercial Deep Water Culture system, with step-by-step design, construction, and management principles, based on actual production numbers.

Profitable cold-water fish and vegetable production. Join the aquaponic farming revolution!

I highly recommend that anyone contemplating an aquaponics endeavor first read this text. The Aquaponic Farmer provides enormous detail on all aspects of designing, building, and operating an aquaponics operation.
— Michael B. Timmons, co-author Recirculating Aquaculture , and Professor of Biological and Environmental Engineering, Cornell University

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' 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 vegetable 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, aquaponic gardeners looking to go commercial, and anyone focused on sustainability, localization, or high-quality food production.

The Aquaponic Farmer is the essential guide for people serious about setting up a commercial, cold-water aquaponic system.
— Dr. Daniel Baker, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Vancouver Island University

Build and operate a profitable commercial aquaponics system that produces both fish and vegetables with 90% less water than traditional farming. Complete business guide covering system design, crop selection, fish management, and marketing strategies for sustainable aquaculture operations.

Why Aquaponics Is the Future of Sustainable Agriculture:

Climate change and water scarcity make traditional farming increasingly difficult. Aquaponics uses 90% less water while producing both protein and vegetables in controlled environments, generating year-round income regardless of weather.

What You'll Build:

• Commercial system design for profitable operations from 1,000-50,000 square feet
• Fish and plant integration that maximizes yields of both crops simultaneously
• Water chemistry management for optimal growing conditions and fish health
• Business planning including startup costs, revenue projections, and market analysis
• Scaling strategies for expanding operations systematically and profitably

Commercial Success Examples:

Operating aquaponics farms report $8-15 per square foot annual revenue, 95% reduction in water usage, and year-round production capabilities in any climate.

Launch your sustainable agriculture business. Complete roadmap for profitable aquaponics operations that address food security while generating substantial income.