Aquaponic Gardening2024-03-28T18:34:38ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhilliphttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2796942969?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/group/northwestaquaponics/forum/topic/listForContributor?user=2ok6k5rhuckr8&feed=yes&xn_auth=noPassionate about Aquaponics!tag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2020-04-16:4778851:Topic:6723782020-04-16T17:01:01.872ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p>Hello everyone!</p>
<p>I am currently a student at Edmonds College and have a major passion for Aquaponics and plan on building my own aquaponics farm one day. Does anyone here give tours of their aquaponics systems/farms, offer classes, internships, volunteer work in WA? Or know of any schools, programs, or other people who offer these things? I would love to set something up for when everything calms down in the world and its safe to go out. I'm having a little trouble finding and…</p>
<p>Hello everyone!</p>
<p>I am currently a student at Edmonds College and have a major passion for Aquaponics and plan on building my own aquaponics farm one day. Does anyone here give tours of their aquaponics systems/farms, offer classes, internships, volunteer work in WA? Or know of any schools, programs, or other people who offer these things? I would love to set something up for when everything calms down in the world and its safe to go out. I'm having a little trouble finding and connecting to others in the field and would love to gain as much knowledge and experience as I possibly can! Any information on aquaponics is greatly appreciated!</p>
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<p>Thank you!</p>
<p>Devon</p> Can I visit and collect data on your aquaponic garden in the Northwest?tag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2016-03-29:4778851:Topic:6274032016-03-29T18:36:02.242ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p class="p1">Hello, fellow aquaponic practitioners! <br></br><br></br>I’m Joel, a grad student of horticulture at UW, and I’d like the opportunity to visit your system if you use flood-and-drain (or ebb and flow) grow beds within a day’s drive of Seattle. I recently built a conceptual model of O2 concentration in the root zone of these systems and I would like data for calibration. So I would visit you in April, check out your system, and use a O2 concentration probe in your grow bed.…</p>
<p class="p1">Hello, fellow aquaponic practitioners! <br/><br/>I’m Joel, a grad student of horticulture at UW, and I’d like the opportunity to visit your system if you use flood-and-drain (or ebb and flow) grow beds within a day’s drive of Seattle. I recently built a conceptual model of O2 concentration in the root zone of these systems and I would like data for calibration. So I would visit you in April, check out your system, and use a O2 concentration probe in your grow bed.</p>
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<p class="p1">Generally soil air has a much higher CO2 concentration and a lower O2 concentration due to soil and root respiration. We know the root zone in AP systems act as a robust biofilter and must respire at a high rate. Flood-and-drain aquaponic systems are unique in that bell or loop siphons - or even a system on a timer - drain extremely quickly relative to edaphic media. When water leaves the grow bed, ambient air is pulled into the media, replacing the water and resetting the CO2 and O2 concentrations back to ambient. Since I have seen varying recommendations on how often a system should be totally flooded and drained, I hope to answer a couple questions with this model: Does the drain frequency really matter? And does O2 become limiting for plant growth with very low drain frequency? With this data, I hope to better inform best practices for flood-and-drain aquaponic systems. </p>
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<p class="p1">Of course, I will share the results with this forum. The more systems I can test, the better the model will be. Please send me an email to let me know right away if I can come check out your system. I think it would be fun to see other's projects. Happy Farming!</p>
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<p class="p1">- Joel</p>
<p class="p1">jnbidnick@gmail.com</p> Fish for NW Aquaponicstag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2015-07-20:4778851:Topic:6111082015-07-20T02:02:17.430ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p>I'm brand new to AP but have been reading and, hopefully, studying for about a year or so. During that time, I knew I wanted to have tilapia as my fish, but am fairly sure I won't be able to sustain temps that they need during Spring, Fall and Winter (it is Washington, after all).</p>
<p>My AP system is in a hoop house with 6mil cover, 330gal IBC FT with 1 gravel bed and 1 dwc bed so far. </p>
<p>I began thinking trout, but am pretty sure they'll go insane in the heat we're…</p>
<p>I'm brand new to AP but have been reading and, hopefully, studying for about a year or so. During that time, I knew I wanted to have tilapia as my fish, but am fairly sure I won't be able to sustain temps that they need during Spring, Fall and Winter (it is Washington, after all).</p>
<p>My AP system is in a hoop house with 6mil cover, 330gal IBC FT with 1 gravel bed and 1 dwc bed so far. </p>
<p>I began thinking trout, but am pretty sure they'll go insane in the heat we're having.</p>
<p>So, I hope y'all would help me out by letting me know what fish you're using in your Western Washington AP systems... especially if you aren't heating or cooling your water.</p>
<p>Thanks so much!</p> ANYONE NEED 275 GALLON IBCs.tag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2015-04-01:4778851:Topic:6021222015-04-01T19:28:41.450ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p>Food Grade held Washington Apple Juice.<br/> Dirty. Some held stagnant rainwater and others used for rock and sand filers for my trout grow out tanks.<br/>
14 IBCs - $55.00 each or make your best offer for 2 or more. You pick them up. Location - Poulsbo, WA.</p>
<p>Food Grade held Washington Apple Juice.<br/> Dirty. Some held stagnant rainwater and others used for rock and sand filers for my trout grow out tanks.<br/>
14 IBCs - $55.00 each or make your best offer for 2 or more. You pick them up. Location - Poulsbo, WA.</p> New IBC Grow Out Tank Systemtag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2015-03-30:4778851:Topic:6018052015-03-30T20:35:23.454ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p><span class="font-size-4" style="color: #000080; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">The barrels in the back of the 6-IBC grow out tanks are 2-media filters, 1 lava rock filter and on the extreme left, the sump. Since my heart surgery this grow out system is for sale.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4" style="color: #000080; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">The large 1,000 tanks in the back are not currently in use.…</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000080; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;" class="font-size-4">The barrels in the back of the 6-IBC grow out tanks are 2-media filters, 1 lava rock filter and on the extreme left, the sump. Since my heart surgery this grow out system is for sale.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000080; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;" class="font-size-4">The large 1,000 tanks in the back are not currently in use.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000080; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;" class="font-size-4">I have used IBCs for sale also.</span></p>
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<div><span style="color: #000080; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;" class="font-size-1"><font size="4"><font size="3">Phil "Huck" Slaton<br/>Huck's Fishing Hole and Hatchery</font></font></span></div>
<div><span style="color: #000080; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;" class="font-size-1"><font size="4"><font size="3">Shipping Address:</font></font></span></div>
<div><span style="color: #000080; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;" class="font-size-1"><font size="4"><font size="3">2333 NW Sherman Hill Road,</font></font></span></div>
<div><span style="color: #000080; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;" class="font-size-1"><font size="4"><font size="3">Poulsbo, WA 98370</font></font></span></div>
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<div><span style="color: #000080;" class="font-size-1"><font size="4"><span style="font-family: 'Lucida Console';"><font size="3"><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">2916 NW Bucklin Hill Road, # 178</span><br/><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Silverdale, WA USA 98383</span><br/><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Telephone - 360-697-7880</span><br/><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Fax - 360-697-7886</span><br/><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="mailto:Hucks@iconnetwork.org"><span style="color: #000080;">Hucks@iconnetworkdotorg</span></a></span><br/></font></span></font></span></div>
<div><div><span style="color: #000080;" class="font-size-1"><font size="3">"When a door closes, a window opens."</font></span></div>
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<p></p> A DIY TANK HEATER.tag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2014-12-04:4778851:Topic:5884932014-12-04T01:23:32.530ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p>From the video on YouTube. A DIY tank heater in one of my sumps along with an airstone and 1,000gph pump.</p>
<p>From the video on YouTube. A DIY tank heater in one of my sumps along with an airstone and 1,000gph pump.</p> NEW PURE STRAIN BLUE TILAPIA FRY HAVE ARRIVED!tag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2014-12-02:4778851:Topic:5885542014-12-02T20:21:32.914ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p>Due to demand for fry/fingerlings we moved up the temperature in the breeding colony tanks this Winter and have both Blue and Hornorum/Mossambicus (all male offspring) breeding again.</p>
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<p>Mr. Stork was a busy guy over the Thanksgiving Holiday. He delivered about 2,000 fry from eggs. These guys will be ready for sale as mixed sex fry/fingerlings in about 4 to 6 weeks. Let me know at hucks@iconnetwork, if you need new Blue Tilapia for your aquaponic or small commercial…</p>
<p>Due to demand for fry/fingerlings we moved up the temperature in the breeding colony tanks this Winter and have both Blue and Hornorum/Mossambicus (all male offspring) breeding again.</p>
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<p>Mr. Stork was a busy guy over the Thanksgiving Holiday. He delivered about 2,000 fry from eggs. These guys will be ready for sale as mixed sex fry/fingerlings in about 4 to 6 weeks. Let me know at hucks@iconnetwork, if you need new Blue Tilapia for your aquaponic or small commercial operation.</p>
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<p>Why raise goldfish? Raise Tilapia and eat them down the road!</p> ALSO JOIN WEST COAST TILAPIAtag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2014-11-22:4778851:Topic:5874492014-11-22T04:47:08.702ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p>Group is devoted to Commercial and Aquaponics growers that grow Tilapia. Please post your information and questions. Have equipment or fish to give away or sale, post it here.</p>
<p>Group is devoted to Commercial and Aquaponics growers that grow Tilapia. Please post your information and questions. Have equipment or fish to give away or sale, post it here.</p> Introducing Fishtag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2014-11-04:4778851:Topic:5852752014-11-04T01:56:08.178ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p>Hey all,</p>
<p>The nitrates have appeared, Ive got plants started, ive got a working loop siphon and a working auto siphon, Ive done a fair amount of research on stocking density: now Ive got one last question; is there a way to account for the recommended stocking density when you are introducing fry or fingerlings?</p>
<p>Saw something on the Bright Agrotech site that mentioned you introduce the exact same amount of fish, feed them more as they will want to eat a higher percentage of…</p>
<p>Hey all,</p>
<p>The nitrates have appeared, Ive got plants started, ive got a working loop siphon and a working auto siphon, Ive done a fair amount of research on stocking density: now Ive got one last question; is there a way to account for the recommended stocking density when you are introducing fry or fingerlings?</p>
<p>Saw something on the Bright Agrotech site that mentioned you introduce the exact same amount of fish, feed them more as they will want to eat a higher percentage of their body weight anyways, and let em grow. As they grow they will start to meet that 1 lb fish per 8-10 gallons of water, and satisfy the feed conversion ratio that would be required for your plants to be healthy.</p>
<p>Tried to dig through SRAC, came up empty handed, other than some great articles on specific fish types.</p>
<p>In any case, itd be great to hear what yall think and to be pointed in the direction of some resources.</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>JB</p> PURE STRAIN TILAPIA IN THE NORTHWEST WASHINGTONtag:aquaponicgardening.ning.com,2014-10-31:4778851:Topic:5847322014-10-31T19:22:15.961ZAnne Philliphttps://aquaponicgardening.ning.com/profile/AnnePhillip
<p>Huck’s Fishing Hole is a Tilapia fish breeder and hatchery. We are one of the very few Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife licensed/registered Aqua Farms authorized to breed, hatch, grow, hold, transport, import and sell Tilapia.</p>
<p>We have Pure Strain Super Male T. Hornorum improved body (Wami) fingerlings. T. Hornorum is also referred to as Wami Tilapia. The name Wami Tilapia is derived from the Wami River in Southeast Africa in whose waters this extraordinary fish…</p>
<p>Huck’s Fishing Hole is a Tilapia fish breeder and hatchery. We are one of the very few Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife licensed/registered Aqua Farms authorized to breed, hatch, grow, hold, transport, import and sell Tilapia.</p>
<p>We have Pure Strain Super Male T. Hornorum improved body (Wami) fingerlings. T. Hornorum is also referred to as Wami Tilapia. The name Wami Tilapia is derived from the Wami River in Southeast Africa in whose waters this extraordinary fish originated and flourish today.</p>
<p>We also have Pure Strain Male and Female Blue Tilapia Fingerlings</p>
<p>We only have ''swim up fry'' that will be ready to ship soon. Contact us by email to reserve some. No deposit required.</p>
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<p>We prefer to ship west of the Mississippi. Ask about Huck's Improved Tumbler Hatchery.</p>
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<p>hucks@iconnetwork.org<br/> Thank you.<br/> Best Wishes,</p>
<p>Phil "Huck" Slaton<br/> Huck's Fishing Hole<br/> Shipping Address:<br/> 2333 NW Sherman Hill Road,<br/> Poulsbo, WA 98370<br/> Mailing Address:<br/> 2916 NW Bucklin Hill Road, # 178<br/> Silverdale, WA USA 98383<br/> Telephone - 360-697-7880<br/> Fax - 360-697-7886<br/> Hucks@iconnetwork.org</p>
<p>"When a door closes, a window opens."</p>