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Won't cycle right

Started this discussion. Last reply by Harold Sukhbir Jan 27, 2013. 4 Replies 0 Likes

I have a 100 gal pond with two halves of a 55 gal drum for grow beds. I am using a bell syphon in them. One side will only fill then dribble the water out unless I have it set for 10 minutes…Continue

Starting seeds

Started this discussion. Last reply by Pat James Dec 16, 2012. 6 Replies 0 Likes

What is the best way to start seeds? I know you can't start them in dirt as you would normally do, so what do you use. I live in Honolulu so I can run my system year round. I don't want to buy…Continue

A newbie question

Started this discussion. Last reply by Arvind Venkataraman Jan 3, 2013. 3 Replies 0 Likes

I am just starting. I have a 100 gal tank and two grow beds made from a 55 gal drum. How long should the cycle be? How long should it take to fill and then empty?Continue

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How did you find us?: other

Are you an aquaponic gardener already?: Yes

If so, what type of system? (pick all that apply): flood and drain media

How old is your system?: Just started

What type of fish do you grow with? (select all that apply): Tilapia

How big is your fish tank?: 100 gal

Please tell us something else about yourself.: I am a beekeeper also. I have wanted to try this for a long time.