Aquaponic Systems
Here we focus on the three most common methods used in aquaponics:
- the media bed method
- the nutrient film technique method (NFT)
- the deep water culture method (DWC)
nutrient film technique
The NFT is a hydroponic method using horizontal pipes each with a shallow stream of nutrient-rich aquaponic water flowing through it.
Click HERE to visit the NUTRIENT FILM TECHNIQUE web page.
Click HERE to visit the NUTRIENT FILM TECHNIQUE web page.
media bed technique
Media-filled bed units are the most popular design for small-scale aquaponics.
This method is strongly recommended for most developing regions.
Click HERE to go to the MEDIA BED TECHNIQUE web page.
This method is strongly recommended for most developing regions.
Click HERE to go to the MEDIA BED TECHNIQUE web page.
deep water culture
The DWC method involves suspending plants in polystyrene sheets, with their roots hanging down into the water.
This method is the most common for large commercial aquaponics growing one specific crop (typically lettuce, salad leaves or basil), and is more suitable for mechanization.
Click HERE to go to the DEEP WATER CULTURE web page.
This method is the most common for large commercial aquaponics growing one specific crop (typically lettuce, salad leaves or basil), and is more suitable for mechanization.
Click HERE to go to the DEEP WATER CULTURE web page.