Rik Kretzinger grew up on a Christmas tree farm and spent his college years studying horticulture, but he found it too difficult to make a living as a small farmer so he spent most of his career working for others.  A few years ago, he began to tinker with aquaponics (fishfarming + hydroponics), sensors and the open-source microcontroller Arduino to create an automated garden that could compete with commercial farms. For the first couple of years he spent thousands of hours struggling to learn programming languages to automate his backyard mini-farm. Then while speaking at an international conference (along with Eric Maundu and Rob Torcellini, he's among the elite few experimenting with aquaponics and automation) he was introduced to APDuino(open-source firmware for aqua- and hydro-ponics). APDuino allows Kretzinger to read the sensors in his garden without any programming. Now Kretzinger's garden can send him tweets or Facebook updates if something is going wrong and Kretzinger can adjust the water flow, pH and temperature from a smartphone. Now, what started as a hobby may provide Kretzinger with the boost to compete as a small farmer. His plan is to keep it urban (or suburban). He'll use unused backyards or vacant lots to grow his produce and he's created a prototype tower (PVC structures similar to those in our videos of Rob Torcellini's greenhouse and of rooftop hydroponics on Manhattan restaurant Bell, Book & Candle).  His towers can be removed and taken to farmer's markets where customers can "pick" their strawberries or lettuce directly from the units. His set-up is also highly mobile so if a property owner decides he wants his land back, Kretzinger can move within a week. Rik Kretzinger's blog: http://rik94566.wordpress.com/category/agponics-com/ Original story: http://faircompanies.com/videos/view/internet-farming-arduino-based-backyard-aquaponics/

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Everything you need to know to build an aquaponic Fish farm in your back yard. Facebook: http://on.fb.me/theUFGs Web: http://bit.ly/jy9MFn The Urban Farming Guys are putting aquaponic technology into your hands. The freshest vegetables and fish to your plate on the planet. About us http://bit.ly/Farmin. Find out why aquaponics is so great.

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And Making a Difference! Epic story of about 20 families that uprooted from suburbia and made their homes for good in one of the most blighted neighborhoods in the U.S. Lykins Neighborhood 64127 Inner City KCMO. And the game is changing! Together as Lykins Neighborhood we believe there is hope. Crime is dropping! 21% over the last 2 years and the adventure continues. Follow the story at TheUrbanFarmingGuys.com Featuring Aquaponics, Neighborhood Transformation, Permaculture, Urban Farming and lots of fun taking back the neighborhood. Come join the conversation on Facebook : http://on.fb.me/theUFGs and the Blog at http://TheUrbanFarmingGuys.com

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Discovery / Science Channel's "How It's Made" Fish Farming episode

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http://www.ecofilms.com.au/ This is a teaser to Murray Hallam's complete DVD to making your own Aquaponics system, from either a kit or recycled bathtubs. Murray will demystify the dark arts of growing fish and vegetables organically. More info: http://www.ecofilms.com.au/

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John from http://www.growingyourgreens.com/ goes on a field trip to Cleveland, Ohio to visit the Rid-All Green Partnership Farm. In this episode you will learn about the Will Allen inspired farm that is using aquaculture as well as greenhouses and hoop houses (high tunnels) to grow food year round even through the snow ridden winter in Cleveland. After watching this episode you will learn the basic techniques of how to grow even if there is snow outside as well as how a basic aquaponic system is put together. Finally you will discover many other facts about growing your own food that can help you to grow your own food today.

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What looks like a shrimp, tastes like a shrimp, but isn't? It's a fresh water prawn, now being raised by a few adventurous aquaculture farmers in Eastern North Carolina.

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RT's "Russia Close-up" teams explores the Republic of Karelia. RT LIVE http://rt.com/on-air Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Twitter http://twitter.com/RT_com Follow us on Google+ http://plus.google.com/+RT RT (Russia Today) is a global news network broadcasting from Moscow and Washington studios. RT is the first news channel to break the 500 million YouTube views benchmark.

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Aquaculture is a big player in the world of food production. And in American aquaculture catfish is king. Visit http://tinyurl.com/lbh457 for more of Episode 311.

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Update on aquaponics IBC tote design, tips, organic fish food, and the cycling process. Original aquaponics video:http://youtu.be/iB5rzhwYOKg Black fly harvester:http://youtu.be/-kjNvE5IOdw http://greendesert.org/Aquaponics.html http://Twitter.com/thegreendesert http://Facebook.com/TheGreendesert http://pinterest.com/GreenDesert http://green-desert.tumblr.com/

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An instructional video about fish farming in the state of Indiana. The program covers the recommended practices and guidelines for starting a successful cage culture operation. The video was supported by Purdue Extension, RMA, & Sea Grant Illinois-Indiana.

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In this video, Bright Agrotech's Co-Founder, Nate Storey Ph.D, discusses the different components of raising fish with your aquaponic system. Stay tuned for more helpful aquaponics, hydroponics and vertical farming videos. www.brightagrotech.com Bright Agrotech is the industry expert in vertical hydroponics & aquaponics. Based out of Laramie, WY, Bright Agrotech operates a commercial vertical farm supplying fresh greens and herbs to local grocers, restaurants and over 50 community members in a Community Supported Agriculture program. Connect with us: https://www.facebook.com/BrightAgrotech https://twitter.com/BrightAgrotech https://plus.google.com/101481681830976288924 http://pinterest.com/brightagrotech/ http://sulia.com/brightagrotech/

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'LIKE' The REDNECK SOULJERS Facebook page here: http://www.facebook.com/RedneckSouljers FOR COLLABORATION AND BOOKING INQUIRES WRITE TO: RedneckSouljersTV@gmail.com The song 'FISH' is a parody of Lil Wayne's "JOHN" & is a featured single on the Redneck Souljers' debut album, 'REDNECK LIVIN'. (Song download below.) The video was directed & by Ed Pryor for Play Make Believe. The video features The Redneck Souljers: FATT TARR, BIG KEEL, & C-HUBB, & was filmed in various rural areas of Winchester area, Tennessee. (including Tim's Ford Lake & other properties owned by the Redneck Souljers) VIEW THE SECOND PART OF THIS TRILOGY HERE: http://youtu.be/5Oo0xWA0wzI The single song can be downloaded via RS SoundCloud @ http://soundcloud.com/rednecksouljers/redneck-souljers-fish http://www.reverbnation.com/RedneckSouljers Contacts http://www.rednecksouljers.com http://www.facebook.com/RedneckSouljers http://twitter.com/#!/RedneckSouljers http://soundcloud.com/RedneckSouljers www.iamedpryor.com http://twitter.com/#!/edpryor www.facebook.com/playmakebelieve RSTGB = REDNECK SOULJERS TILLER GANG BOE! SHOUTOUT & SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THE FANS!

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Watch the video that will change your life! TV and movie star Steve-O introduces you to someone you'll never forget. See the incredible rescue, and the shocking reality of what came before. Produced by Seth Webster for Farm Sanctuary. Written and directed by Nick Cooney. Co-written by Bruce Friedrich. Visit http://www.WhatCameBefore.com for more info, and to order a Meat-Free Meal Guide. This video covers the truth about meat and factory farming. See the individuals behind the chicken, pork, beef, and fish that Americans are cooking, the hidden face of meat.

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An informational video about Aquaponics, the practice of combining fish farming and hydroponics. The video serves as an introduction to the recommended practices and guidelines for starting a successful Aquaponics operation but the concepts and methods can be applied to small scale individual and family setups as well. For more information, discussion, and resources visit us on our Google+ Community: https://plus.google.com/communities/108314551932016752647

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Aquaponics is a relatively new approach to food production that cultivates fish and plants in a symbiotic relationship. The OrganicNation.tv crew traveled to Flanagan, Illinois where Myles Harston of AquaRanch Industries has been working with aquaponics 1992. At his innovative facility, Myles grows tilapia and a wide variety of organic vegetables including lettuce, kale, chard, herbs, tomatoes, and hot peppers. For more information about Aquaranch Industries visit: http://www.aquaranch.com/araquapon.htm Special thanks to Green Grocer Chicago: http://www.greengrocerchicago.com/ For more videos visit: http://www.OrganicNation.tv

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Bringing up pH levels in your aquaponic system with Bright Agrotech's Nate Storey. https://twitter.com/BrightAgrotech http://www.facebook.com/BrightAgrotech https://plus.google.com/101481681830976288924/posts Bright Agrotech manufactures vertical growth towers for hydroponic and aquaponic crop production. Our towers can be easily integrated into existing HP or AP systems with minimal fabrication and increase yeilds 2-3 times. (In some cases much more!) We are also currently testing a market display which incorporates the towers directly, allowing consumers to cut live produce! Find out more at: http://www.brightagrotech.com

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Aquaponics & Media - Bright Agrotech In this video, Bright Agrotech's Co-Founder, Nate Storey Ph.D, explains the various media types used in aquaponics farming/gardening. Stay tuned for more helpful aquaponics, hydroponics and vertical farming videos. www.brightagrotech.com Bright Agrotech is the industry expert in vertical hydroponics & aquaponics. Based out of Laramie, WY, Bright Agrotech operates a commercial vertical farm supplying fresh greens and herbs to local grocers, restaurants and over 50 community members in a Community Supported Agriculture program. Connect with us: https://www.facebook.com/BrightAgrotech https://twitter.com/BrightAgrotech https://plus.google.com/101481681830976288924 http://pinterest.com/brightagrotech/ http://sulia.com/brightagrotech/

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Aquaponic systems are a very efficient way of using the solar energy, the decomposition of feeding matter from fish farming, the natural process in which the plants transform nutrients into clean and reusable water and the technology of hydroponic systems. Regular farming is nearly impossible in condense cities where small backyards, roof tops and balconies are the only place to grow food. You can transform growing your vegetables and fish from a hobby into a self-sufficient cycle that will give you vitamins, minerals, protein, fiber and many essential chemicals that the body needs. Modern living comes with a lot of technologies that are changing our life and we have to get the best of it and preserve or enrich our lives and the prolongation of our existence. So take the aquaculture or fish farming principles, the hydroponic technologies, modern living and its small spaces and some style and put them to work for you, the next time you see growing beds, fish tanks, vegetables and the sun you will be thinking about aquaponic systems. To maximize the amount of production in your Aquaponic system set up, I recommend you to build vertical growing towers, this method uses literally .25 square feet of space and yet you can grow 5, 8, 12 or more plants at the same time. One time project that will serve you for the life of the system (more than a lifetime). Follow safety measures, protect your hands and keep flammable materials away, protect your ayes when cutting and remove any extra plastic left after the cuts. enjoy the video and subscribe for more.

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How I built my aquaoponics system using an simple IBC tote using a minimal amount of tools and effort. http://greendesert.org/Aquaponics.html http://Twitter.com/thegreendesert http://Facebook.com/TheGreendesert http://pinterest.com/GreenDesert http://green-desert.tumblr.com/

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Aquaponics is a closed-loop system that begins with fish providing nutrients for farmed vegetables via their poop. Kevin Childerley takes us on a tour of the Santa Barbara Aquaponics lab he co-founded with Randy Turner, a fish Biologist with extensive experience in captive aquatic system management. Together they have built a living lab right on top of a hillside parking lot. The potential is enormous! Find out more: http://santabarbaraaquaponics.com/ Producers: Jill Cloutier, Carol Hirashima Follow us: http://www.sustainableworldmedia.com https://www.facebook.com/SustainableW... https://twitter.com/SWMnews/ Subscribe to our Youtube channel!

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This is the VOA Special English Education Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com | http://facebook.com/voalearningenglish There are schools of fish, and there are schools for fishermen. The Cod Academy is a year-long program in Maine, one of the New England states in the American Northeast. The academy is new. The idea is to train current or former ocean-going fishermen to become fish farmers. Sebastian Belle is director of the Maine Aquaculture Association. That group launched the Cod Academy with the University of Maine and other partners. Mr. Belle says the academy teaches all about managing a floating farm. "One of the things we've been teaching the students is how to feed the fish and not overfeed the fish," he says. "You want to give them enough feed, and not waste any."The students practice at eight fish pens about a kilometer and a half from shore. These circular pens are fifty meters wide and covered with netting to keep out seabirds. Each one holds as many as fifty thousand cod. A partner in the academy, Great Bay Aquaculture of New Hampshire, operates this fish farm. Most of the cod will become someone's meal somewhere in the world. Bill Thompson is fifty-nine years old. He served in the Navy and worked as a commercial fisherman. He says the Cod Academy made him a believer in fish farming. "Even if the wild stocks came back to their fullest capacity, they still wouldn't be able to feed the world. So I think this is the way of the future."He and his son were among the first four students who graduated in August. Like any business, fish farming has financial risks. Program director Sebastian Belle says students have to develop a marketing and business plan before they can graduate. Graduates can receive financial assistance from the Maine Aquaculture Association to start their own cod farm. But they will be expected to raise about half the money toward any project.Mr. Belle says the Cod Academy is based on programs to retrain displaced herring and tuna fishermen in Norway and Japan. These government-sponsored programs started more than thirty years ago. He says "It's never been done before in America and we're trying to see if it's a model that has some potential. " Maine had just one commercial cod farm when the students graduated last month, but Mr. Belle hopes things will change. "It's a native fish to Maine. The growing conditions in Maine are very good for cod, and it's kind of a natural choice for us as a state." For VOA Special English, I'm Alex Villarreal. (Adapted from a radio program broadcast 15Sep2011)

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http://www.ecofilms.com.au/ Converting from hydroponics to aquaponics and making a profit with Murray Hallam from his latest DVD "Aquaponics Secrets." http://www.ecofilms.com.au/

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Fish Farming in Ghana

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Scott Henley wanted to prove he could turn the backyard of his modest Pasadena (Los Angeles) home into a working farm. To turn his 8000-square-foot backyard into a productive farm, Henley turned to aquaponics- a combination of aquaculture (fish farming) and hydroponics: "This is a very efficient way to grow things in a small space. And it also produces a protein source." He farms tilapia because they breed fast. The fish waste is broken down in the water by naturally-occurring bacteria into nitrate. The plants take up the nitrates as food and the now-cleaned water is fed back to the fish and the process begins again. The only inputs are sunlight and fish food. It's an inherently organic system because any pesticides would upset the natural balance of the small ecosystem. After less tha 2 years in operation (he started in the summer of 2012), he- through Whisper Farms- now sells enough produce to restaurants, CSAs and at the local (Altadena) farmer's market- to cover all costs and produce a small profit. His "experiment" is still not productive enough to create a salary, but he hopes that will change once he's able to sell his fish and create more of a cooperative setup with other farms (to reduce the permitting costs for selling at farmers' markets). Filmed by Johnny Sanphillippo -- more of his stories about urbanism, adaptation & resilience: http://granolashotgun.com/ Original video: http://faircompanies.com/videos/view/backyard-aquaponics-as-self-sustained-farm-in-suburban-la/

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Brian O'Hanlon is a pioneer in farming the open ocean. For more CNN videos, check out our YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/cnn Or visit our site at http://www.cnn.com/video/

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Black caviar is a luxurious delicacy for the most exquisite tastes - and yet it could soon become more affordable after Russian scientists discovered a technique to harvest the eggs without killing the sturgeon. If applied, it might bring back the days when families could enjoy caviar without breaking the bank. RT on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/RTnews RT on Twitter: http://twitter.com/RT_com

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Read it here: http://www.jandjacres.net/2013/12/23/garden-preparation/ Here in East-Central Mississippi it is already time to start thinking about our next planting season! A week or so ago I asked a group on Facebook if they thought I could plant another crop of Turnips, and they advised not to. However, I was also told that in January I should be planting English Peas and Potatoes! So, it is off to the planning board! Winter Garden Some things have managed to live and grow through the cold. Our own Black Seeded Simpson Lettuces (grown from our own seed we harvested this last summer) are growing extremely slowly, but are growing. One of the Red Romaine Lettuces is still growing as well. The Bunching Onion is doing just fine too - plump for the eating, but not growing any. I hope that they might bolt in spring so we can save some seed from them! I also have another plant growing - though of course my previously poor record keeping has my scratching my head. I think it is a cabbage, but darn if I know! Vegetable Garden Preparation I spent some time pulling out the old plants and raking the wood chips around in order to pull out some weeds. The wood chips seem well decomposed as there is only a light covering of visible wood chips any longer. We will now start laying down more rabbit manure over the next month to help build the nutrients back up before we sow the seeds. We are also going to plant some potatoes, but those will be planted in a large tub. I was so frustrated with the grubs getting to our potatoes last year that I want to grow them in a more controlled environment this year. Not using any insecticides or herbicides can be daunting, but it is worth it. Vegetable Garden Planning I really want a larger garden this year, but for now it is time to focus on the next plantings. Rabbit manure needs to be laid, wood needs to be chipped and spread. But most importantly a trellis of some sort needs to be built for the peas to grow on. Thankfully we are already in a nice sunny area that runs from East to West, so there should not be any problems with location. The hardest thing for me is to remain focused on this season of growing and not try to build a trellis big enough to feed the county. We still plan to use wood chips as a covering, Back to Eden style. So stay tuned for the 2014 version of our garden! (And cross your fingers that come the end of the season our fruit trees decide to give us a little fruit for the first time as well!)

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so what, exactly, is in your food? how about crushed beetle fetuses? beaver anal glands? sound appetizing? watch the sixth of a series of small nuggets about veganism. be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on the next nugget! For more info, helpful links, and a free pamphlet download: http://www.bitesizevegan.com/ this vid in a "nugget-shell": we don't always know what the ingredients in our food really are (nor how to pronounce them)! here we take a look inside, starting with what our food animals eat. this wonderful array of ingredients includes, but is not limited to, roadkill, dead pets, diseased animals, rejected parts, and poop. then there is the poop actually in your food. the majority of beef contains feces, now termed a "cosmetic blemish" and allowed by the USDA. poultry in the US particularly, is bloated with "fecal soup," basically shit-contaminated water absorbed by the bird carcasses as they cool in a massive tank. then there are the drugs: antibiotics, steroids, growth hormones, etc. and how about the pus in milk? rethinking that mustache? we also look into natural and artificial flavors and additives, both of which are nowhere near "natural." this is where we find our crushed beetle fetuses, ammoniated beef (pink slime), bacteriaphages, beaver anal glands (castoreum) and more! and ps- this video totally was under 5 minutes in iMovie. i don't know what youtube's deal is ;)

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To Bill Gates and other investors, Hampton Creek's value is in its multibillion-dollar opportunity to make the egg obsolete, replacing it with a plant-based formula that is cheaper, cholesterol-free and more humane.

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