Aquaponics for Master Gardeners...Aquaponics for Master Gardeners 2014 Statewide UH Master Gardener...
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Aquaponics for
Master Gardeners 2014 Statewide UH Master Gardener Conference
Larry Yonashiro October 2014
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Objective of this Class
To give the Master Gardener the tools needed
to handle Aquaponics related calls on the Help Desk.
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Topics to be Covered
• Basic Concepts
• Types of Systems
• Nutrient Deficiencies & pH
• System Startup & Water Quality
• Troubleshooting Flowchart
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Basic Components
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Basic Components
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Basic Components
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Basic Components
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Basic Concept
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http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/sustainag/workshop/downloads/Aquaponics-May2013/Horner.pdf
Basic System
Where are the Microbes? (for Biofiltration)
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http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/uhmg/conference/downloads/MG_aquaponic.pdf
http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/uhmg/conference/downloads/MG_aquaponic.pdf
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http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/uhmg/conference/downloads/MG_aquaponic.pdf
Basic System
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Types of Grow Bed Media Flood & Drain (Ebb & Flow)
Black Cinder Pea Gravel Expanded Clay Balls (Hydrotons)
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Flood & Drain (Ebb & Flow) Bell (Auto) Siphon
http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/uhmg/conference/downloads/MG_aquaponic.pdf
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http http://legacy.sip-hawaii.org/files/2A_Fox_aquaponics.pdf
Bell (Auto) Siphon Operation Ebb & Flow (Flood & Drain)
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http://legacy.sip-hawaii.org/files/2A_Fox_aquaponics.pdf
Stand Pipe
Uniseal
Snorkel –> Bel Cap
Bell Pipe
Teeth
Gravel Guard
Bell Siphon Installation In Tub
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Bell Siphon Test & Install
http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/bio-10.pdf
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http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/bio-10.pdf
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End of Discussion on Basic Concept / System
Next: Types of Aquaponic Systems
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http://legacy.sip-hawaii.org/files/2A_Fox_aquaponics.pdf
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http://legacy.sip-hawaii.org/files/2A_Fox_aquaponics.pdf
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http://legacy.sip-hawaii.org/files/2A_Fox_aquaponics.pdf
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http://legacy.sip-hawaii.org/files/2A_Fox_aquaponics.pdf
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http://legacy.sip-hawaii.org/files/2A_Fox_aquaponics.pdf
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NFT Flood & Drain Floating Raft (Ebb & Flow) (DWC)
http://www2.hawaii.edu/~khanal/aquaponics/design.html
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Vertical Towers
http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/sustainag/workshop/downloads/Aquaponics-May2013/Primavera.pdf
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University of the Virgin Islands Dr. James Rakocy
Floating Raft Design Deep Water Culture (DWC)
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Backyard DWC System Maui, Hawaii
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Net Pots
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Coir 60/40 Vermiculite
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Root
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Net Pots in Floating Rafts
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Floating Raft
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Types of Systems
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Types of Systems
• Flood & Drain (Ebb & Flow)
• Floating Raft (DWC)
• NFT • Vertical Tower • Aeroponics
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http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/uhmg/conference/downloads/MG_aquaponic.pdf
Student Project – Ebb & Flow
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http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/uhmg/conference/downloads/MG_aquaponic.pdf
Ebb & Flow Floating Raft
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http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/uhmg/conference/downloads/MG_aquaponic.pdf
Ebb & Flow Floating Raft NFT
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End of Discussion on Types of Systems
Next: Nutrient Deficiencies & pH
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“Aquaculture effluent typically supplies 10 of the 13 required plant nutrients in adequate amounts, with only Ca, K and Fe needing supplementation.” (Dr. James Rakocy)
Nutrient Deficiencies in Aquaponics
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CTAHR Plant Doctor Document: Common Causes of Plant Problems.pdf
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CTAHR Plant Doctor Document: Common Causes of Plant Disease.pdf
Optimal pH for Hydroponics 5.5 – 6.5
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CTAHR Plant Doctor Document: Common Causes of Plant Disease.pdf
Optimal pH for Hydroponics 5.5 – 6.5
Optimal pH for Nitrifying Bacteria in Aquaponics 7 - 9
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CTAHR Plant Doctor Document: Common Causes of Plant Disease.pdf
Optimal pH for Hydroponics 5.5 – 6.5
Optimal pH for Nitrifying Bacteria in Aquaponics 7 - 9
Compromise pH for Aquaponics 6.5-7.0
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Supplementation (Typical)
• Iron: Chelated Iron
• Potassium: Sulfate of Potash
• Calcium: Calcium Carbonate, Oyster Shells, Crushed Coral, Coral Sand. (pH Buffer)
Note: Keep pH between 6.5 – 7.0 when supplementing
These are known to be Fish Safe
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End of Discussion on Nutrient Deficiencies & pH
Next: System Startup &
Water Quality
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http://www.extension.iastate.edu/forestry/tri_state/tristate_2014/talks/PDFs/Aquaponic_System_Design_and_Management.pdf
The Nitrogen Cycle
Fish
Ammonia Nitrosomonas
Nitrites
*Nitrates
Plant Roots
Fish
Nitrobacter / Nitrospira
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http://aquaponics.ie/wordpress/index.php/what-is-aquaponics/starting-your-system/
System Startup System Cycling
Establish Nitrogen Cycle
D
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nat
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Cycling with or without fish.
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Water Quality
• What to Measure:
– TAN (Total Ammonia Nitrogen): NH3 & NH4+
– Nitrites: NO2- (Toxic)
– Nitrates: NO3- (Safe, Plant Food)
– pH
– kH (Alkalinity, Buffering Capacity)
– Dissolved Oxygen (DO)
– Temperature
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http://www.ctsa.org/files/publications/TestingAquaponicWater.pdf
How to Test for Water Quality
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End of Discussion on System Startup & Water Quality
Next: The Troubleshooting Flowchart
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Start
Is this a question about a problem that you’re having, or Is this a general question about aquaponics?
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Start
Is this a question about a problem that you’re having, or Is this a general question about aquaponics?
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Question about a problem that the client is having.
Is this a new system? If yes, is the system cycled?
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Question about a problem that the client is having.
Is this a new system? If yes, is the system cycled?
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Not a New System System is Cycled
Is the Water Quality and Chemistry OK?
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Not a New System System is Cycled
Is the Water Quality and Chemistry OK?
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Water Quality / Chemistry is OK
Fish feeding vigorously, relaxed between feedings?
Not Healthy if: fish lethargic or agitated, white spots, open sores, gasping for air at surface.
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Water Quality / Chemistry OK
Fish feeding vigorously, relaxed between feedings?
Not Healthy if: fish lethargic or agitated, white spots, open sores, gasping for air at surface.
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Fish are Healthy
Are the plants healthy? If the client is not satisfied, refer this case out. Document final solution.
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Fish are Healthy
Are the plants healthy? If the client is not satisfied, refer this case out. Document final solution.
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What Did We Cover?
• Basic Concepts
• Types of Systems
• Nutrient Deficiencies & pH
• System Startup & Water Quality
• Troubleshooting Flowchart
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Aquaponics for Master Gardeners
Link to Reference Documentation List
Link to Troubleshooting Flowchart