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Hall Family - Mesa replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Great growth in Aquaponics
"Where do find that exact pool ??"
Nov 17, 2016
erniee85017 replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Great growth in Aquaponics
"Are the fish in the same tanks?"
Aug 10, 2016
Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr. posted a discussion in Aquaponics
Great growth in Barry and Catherine Cohen's system in South Phoenix.
Apr 1, 2016
Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr. replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
"Greetings. The photo was taken in December 2015. It is a new concept in aquaponics called S-CAp (Self-Contained Aquaponics). It is not as simple as it looks but much simpler and easier than traditional techniques. I am developing a website about it…"
Mar 28, 2016
Alisa Phillips replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
"OMG...
I think I now have an idea of what to do with my too expensive to run hot tub with the leaky heater...bypass the heater and try this.  What time of year was this photo taken?"
Mar 28, 2016
Catherine, The Herb Lady replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
" I will see if I can plant a bed using the same plant spectrum and see what happens. Should be fun.

Thank you for your thoughtful response.
Super!  I also look forward to how your "journey" works out.
(I used to use the word experiment in relation…"
Mar 1, 2016
Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr. replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
"An excellent article! Thank you. Ok lets followup on what you said:

"They had a 100 sq ft bed (5 ft by 20) which produced 235.8 pounds of food over 5 months (April to September)."

A quick question. Is April to September 5 months or 6?…"
Feb 28, 2016
Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr. replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
"Greetings. My apologies for being out to touch. Back to you shortly."
Feb 28, 2016
Catherine, The Herb Lady replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
"Hi Dr. Brooks,
I was curious about the production of a land bed to compare to the 9lb/2feet/10 months.  I actually found an article by Rosalind Creasy and Cathy Barash in Mother Earth News on an experiment they did together.…"
Feb 17, 2016
Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr. replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
"Greetings Dan. Yes you saw the idea of a Tour de Tanks recently on the Arizona Aquaponics page on Facebook. I think it is a great idea. But again, I am biased ;-)"
Feb 17, 2016
Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr. replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
"Greetings Catherine. Thanks for the question. Yes. Called SCAp (Self Contained Aquaponics) particular type of aquaponics is a new techniques designed to lower operating and construction costs by about 2/3rds while maintaining production rates equal…"
Feb 17, 2016
Dan Frank replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
"Dr. Brooks,
Thanks for posting this here.  I think I saw the idea of a "tour de ponds" or something similar posted on another site (maybe facebook).

I think that would be a wonderful outreach/educational opportunity.

Dan"
Feb 15, 2016
Catherine, The Herb Lady replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Restarting Discussion in Aquaponics
"Hi Dr. Brooks: Is it feasible and economical to incorporate these type of hydroponic and/or aquaponic setups in community gardens? My question is more of an intellectual-exploring-the-idea question.  I am sure it can be done.  Is it a good idea? …"
Feb 15, 2016
Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr. posted a discussion in Aquaponics
Well, there has been no discussion here since November 2015 so I thought I would through in this local (Phoenix) photo as a catalyst.  There are now 4 of these in operation and the number is growing.
Feb 14, 2016
Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr. posted a discussion in Aquaponics
AGS 166 Aquaponics Spring 2015 is open and ready for enrollment!
Oct 6, 2014
G. Susan Rivers replied to Dr. George B. Brooks, Jr.'s discussion Aquaponics course at MCC approved in Aquaponics
"Are there any weekend classes for beginners?  I am way out in the west valley and hoping for opportunities to learn about this system and how to implement it in my backyard. "
Sep 8, 2014
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