Comments on: Backyard Aquaponics

By: Frank

Frank — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:33:35 +0000

Hi Steve, Check out Aquaponics Made Easy DVD available from the PRI shop. It explains the whole process of constructing an Aquaponics System from either a kit or recycled bathtub system. We were so impressed with Aquaponics that we now have a system growing food in our own backyard. It REALLY works! Plants grow like crazy – all powered on fish poo. Its a new industry and Australians are taking to it like never before. Suppliers are now making “Organic Fish Pellets” as there was some concern with commercially bought fish pellets being unsustainable and depleting fish reserves. You can also make your own fish food from harvesting black soldier flies or growing duckweed which has a high protein content. Google “Aquaponics HQ” and read more about it in that forum.

By: Steve Patman

Steve Patman — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:51:41 +0000

I agree we need to rethink our approach to many of the world s problems Highly recommend Peter Andrews Books ” Beyond the brink”
I am looking at building a natural pool and pond and incorporating some fish into the system in an aquaponics style but am a little wary of growing veggies without dirt. Aquaponics is probably a better approach than hydroponics but would like to see some research on the nutrient value of veggies grown with aquaponics
Anyone know of any info

By: Richard Swan

Richard Swan — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 01:06:29 +0000

I’m interested to see Joel Malcolm’s backyard aquaponic systems featuring in a permaculture website. What do all of you permaculture producers out there think about these aquaponic systems, water soluable fertilisers and plant obesity? I think these systems may form part of the urban solution (in the search for the holy grail of sustainability). We’re living in a world where ideals need to be thrown out of the window to some extent – ala Tim Flannery and his sulphur dioxide solution to climate change. Does anyone have a take on this?

By: Activ

Activ — Sat, 23 Dec 2006 03:02:26 +0000

If only Kalgoorlie was run well?

By: mat romney

mat romney — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 02:29:28 +0000

Joel, I am very interested in your ideas on aquaponics. From cost to self provision of quality food that our children should have a chance to taste. I would like to be able set up a system with marron. Could you please send me some idea of what the initial set up cost would be to provide for a family of four. I think it is wonderful that you are sharing this information as I believe that the freedom of choice has been taken away from us by ANZFA who will not lable how products are produced.
Regards Mat
Hi Mat
you can contact Joel directly through his e-mail.
Cheers Geoff

By: David Shepherd

David Shepherd — Wed, 12 Jul 2006 13:45:24 +0000

Hi Everyone,
I have just been to visit Joel and have a look at his wonderful system,What a nice guy he is and we had a coffee and chatted while I quized him about all things both Aqua and Ponic, about his system and I came away with some inside information.A large pumpkin and a bag of his organic oranges.
It was a great afternoon.Thanks Joel.
Thanks Dave
urban aquaculture has gerat potential to be developed and is one of the least applied methods of production in an urban setting.
Cheers Geoff

By: Gil Robertson

Gil Robertson — Mon, 19 Dec 2005 10:55:47 +0000

Hi! All,
I came across this by chance and went to his Webb Site and checked it out. I am most impressed and will buy the book and goodies tomorrow. Should make a good Christmas pressie for my wife, it is time she had a new hobby and what could be better than producing fresh fish for our table?
I have been looking for a system I could build, but this one is well within Fran’s capability, so I should be able to hand over and watch it all happen. As far as I can see from my earlier research, he has all bases covered and what I like is, he looks to have broken it all down into easy sections that are within the skill base of most enthusiasts.
Gil Robertson