The Aquaponic Farmer

A Complete Guide to Building and Operating a Commercial Aquaponic System

Adrian Southern author Whelm King author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:New Society Publishers

Published:26th Oct '17

Should be back in stock very soon

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Profitable cold-water fish and vegetable production. Join the aquaponic farming revolution!

The Aquaponic Farmer is a complete practical guide to understanding, constructing, and operating a family-farm scale commercial cold-water aquaponic system for raising trout and vegetables. It details a commercial Deep Water Culture system, with step-by-step design, construction, and management principles, based on actual production numbers.

Build and operate a profitable commercial aquaponics system that produces both fish and vegetables with 90% less water than traditional farming. Complete business guide covering system design, crop selection, fish management, and marketing strategies for sustainable aquaculture operations.

Why Aquaponics Is the Future of Sustainable Agriculture:

Climate change and water scarcity make traditional farming increasingly difficult. Aquaponics uses 90% less water while producing both protein and vegetables in controlled environments, generating year-round income regardless of weather.

What You'll Build:

  • Commercial system design for profitable operations from 1,000-50,000 square feet
  • Fish and plant integration that maximizes yields of both crops simultaneously
  • Water chemistry management for optimal growing conditions and fish health
  • Business planning including startup costs, revenue projections, and market analysis
  • Scaling strategies for expanding operations systematically and profitably

Commercial Success Examples:

Operating aquaponics farms report $8-15 per square foot annual revenue, 95% reduction in water usage, and year-round production capabilities in any climate.

Launch your sustainable agriculture business. Complete roadmap for profitable aquaponics operations that address food security while generating substantial income.

ISBN: 9780865718586

Dimensions: 254mm x 203mm x 16mm

Weight: 789g

304 pages