FAQ'S
Frequently asked questions
What is Aquaponics?
Aquaponics is the best way to grow 100% healthy organic produce by using the same method as mother nature. In simple terms, vegetables are grown with fish waste where the combination of healthy aquarium life environment and vegetable growth form a mutual beneficial eco-system. Because the fish waste act as natural nutrients for plants, the roots absorbs them and as a result purify the water so that the aquarium live can live in a healthy environment.
Why Organic Food is Good?
Even if we try to put aside the shear damage large amount of pesticides and chemical based fertilisers does to our environment; having to consume so much unwanted chemicals in our daily diet is definitely not desirable. In addition, there are many studies confirming organic food to have higher nutritional values than conventional food. The reason to this is because with the absence of pesticides and fertilisers; plants boost their production of phytochemicals (vitamins and antioxidants) that in return strengthens their resistance to bugs and weeds.
Why Organic farming is more sustainable?
Organic farming protects and converses clean water. Many of the core practices of organic farming and gardening include building soil organic matter, planting cover crops, spreading organic mulches, and maintaining areas of perennial plants and trees – help the soil absorb and retain water, reduce runoff, and help recharge underground aquifers (the Rodale Institute reports that organic fields hold more water during droughts, and that 15-20% more water seeps down to the aquifer under organic fields than does under conventional fields). Use of slow-release fertilizers (which don’t wash away), and avoidance of man-made toxins, further recommend organic farming as a powerful part of creating healthy, resilient watersheds.
What is a bell siphon?
A bell siphon is a simple yet clever device to regulate the flow of water in aquaponics and hydroponics systems.
Using a bell siphon greatly improves the oxygenation to the roots of the plants.
As the bell siphon drains out water regularly, the full length of the roots can be exposed to air, hence promoting oxygen intake aiding plant growth and the overall health of the plants.
Therefore, bell siphons are widely used for ebb and flow systems.
What is Organic Farming?
Organic farming is a method of crop and livestock production that involves much more than choosing not to use pesticides, fertilizers, antibiotics, genetically modified organisms and growth hormones.
Organic production is a system designed to optimize the productivity and fitness of diverse communities within the agro-ecosystem. This system includes soil organisms, plants, livestock and people. The principal goal of organic production is to develop enterprises that are sustainable and harmonious with the environment.
What are genetically modified crops?
Genetically modified crops are plants that have been modified scientifically for special purposes.
These plants are usually used in agriculture for the advantages they have over naturally breed species.
For example, genetically modified crops could be more resistance to certain pests, diseases, environmental conditions, spoilage or chemical treatments.
Genetically modified organisms (GMO) are prohibited in organic products therefore organic farmers can't plant GMO seeds.
Is Aquaponics organic?
We know of at least two farms whose soil-grown product is certified, but whose aquaponic produce is not. These two still claim (in violation of Federal law) that their aquaponic produce is also organic. ... There are also farms that use “Organic” as part of the farm's name, even though they are not certified.
Does the disease in turtle affect aquaponics. Turtles carry salmonella. Salmonella isn't just a food-borne illness; turtles and other reptiles carry salmonella bacteria, which can be easily transmitted to people. ... But the disease risk is so great that selling small turtles is illegal in the United States. Why 4 Inches? https://www.leaffin.com/turtle-aquaponics-turtleponics/
Aquaponics plant deficiencies ccur when various nutrients are not readily available in the water or fish waste used to feed the plants. Nutrient deficiencies are one of the most common problems in aquaponics. Aquaponics plant deficiencies can affect growth and make plants more susceptible to insects and diseases.