What the differences between small scale aquaponics production and low tech aquaponic production in concept, mechanism, components and production.
Dear Abdelrazzaq,
A small scale aquaponics is defined based on the production capacity of the aquaponic system. As a rough estimation, a small scale aquaponic has a fish tank volume of ~200-300 L and a plant growing area ranging ~1-12 m3. Please note that the fish stocking density might vary between intensive, semi-intensive, and extensive.
On the other hand, low-tech aquaponics refer to the ones that are installed with a minimum level of expertise. low-tech aquaponics can be easily installed by providing the symbiotic integration of aquaculture, hydroponic, and nitrifying bacteria. However, they usually have a short operation time due to their low-level nutritional balance.
For further information, I highly encourage you to take a look at our recently published literature review on aquaponic systems:
Article Sustainable Seafood and Vegetable Production: Aquaponics as ...
Hope you find it useful,
Ramin
Dear Abdelrazzaq,
A small scale aquaponics is defined based on the production capacity of the aquaponic system. As a rough estimation, a small scale aquaponic has a fish tank volume of ~200-300 L and a plant growing area ranging ~1-12 m3. Please note that the fish stocking density might vary between intensive, semi-intensive, and extensive.
On the other hand, low-tech aquaponics refer to the ones that are installed with a minimum level of expertise. low-tech aquaponics can be easily installed by providing the symbiotic integration of aquaculture, hydroponic, and nitrifying bacteria. However, they usually have a short operation time due to their low-level nutritional balance.
For further information, I highly encourage you to take a look at our recently published literature review on aquaponic systems:
Article Sustainable Seafood and Vegetable Production: Aquaponics as ...
Hope you find it useful,
Ramin
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