A 6 hour training class introducing participants how to source, construct, and operate their own home aquaponic units.
 
Topics Covered:

History of Urban Agriculture:

• Brief overview of early civilizations and their aquaponic systems
• Introduction of the key players in commercial and home aquaponics
• What can I grow in my system? How much can I grow?

Biological Loop

• Water Dynamics and Tilapia Biology
• Bacteria Growth and Trace Mineralization
• Plant Growth Cycles, Nutrient Uptake, and Lighting Dynamics

Construction Demonstration

• Parts List and Construction Manual
• Cutting Techniques and Assembly Demonstration
• Pumps and Aeration

System Start-Up & Maintenance

• Adding fish, adding plants, 'cycling' bacteria
• Nutrient deficiencies and troubleshooting
• Removing roots, replanting, fish harvesting
• Trouble shooting common problems

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

PRICE: $400.00