Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Food grown in an aquaponics system is much healthier than 'regularly' grown plants, and
as a result, they are healthier for you, they TASTE BETTER and are higher in nutrition.
The food in an aquaponics system is grown without any chemicals. Think about it; if chem-
icals were used, they would kill the fish.
The plants mature in less time and require 90 to 95% less water than their dirt-grown
friends
The plants stay clean and dry at all times
The plants are harvested when they are at their peak of ripeness and maturation which
means their flavor and nutritional content are always at optimal levels
They are simply the best vegetables on the planet.
Let's begin with a few truisms about raising fish and healthy vegetables in aquaponics so
you can begin to understand the process for 'letting nature take its course.' After all, we are
growing food naturally by offering both the fish and vegetables compatible environments
and ideal growing conditions so they will thrive in aquaponics.
Aquaponics requires no harsh chemicals, fertilizers or insecticides in the growing of the
food.
A properly installed aquaponics system begins to provide healthy produce approximately
forty days after installation.
Tilapia - Oreochromis mossambicus
