Aquaponics 100: An Urban Perspective

A 4 hour intensive seminar introducing participants to the current state of urban agriculture.

Topics Covered:

• The History of Urban Agriculture

How has farming changed (or not changed) since the Agricultural Revolution? What have been the most used methods in urban areas? Why has urban farming grown? What technologies have changed the game and what has not worked?

• The Biological Loop That Drives Aquaponics

What are the most important species in any aquaponic system? What environmental conditions do they require? How do nutrients and water constantly recycle? In what ways can a system be thrown off balance? What can we do to maximize yields? Is aquaponic farming natural?

• The Various Design Principals Needed to Construct Community and Home Systems

What are the various aquaponic growing methods? What components are required? What parts can be made? What do specific plants need to thrive? How many people can I feed with a given budget? What's the best design for a given purpose? How can I feed my family with a home unit?

Price includes lunch and all the information covered in the seminar.

PRICE: $150.00