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The aquaponic farmer: a complete guide to building and operating a commercial aquaponic system
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Gabriola Island, BC, Canada : New Society Publishers, [2017].
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xx, 283 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm
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Built around a proven 120' greenhouse system operable by one person, the book distills vast experience and complete step-by-step guidance for starting and running a cold-water aquaponics business. Coverage includes a primer on cold-water aquaponics; pros and cons of different systems; complete design and construction of a deep water culture system; recommended and optional equipment and tools; system management, standard operating procedures, and maintenance checklists; maximizing fish and vegetable production; and strategies for successful sales and marketing of fish and plants. As the only comprehensive commercial cold-water resource, The Aquaponic Farmer is essential for farmers contemplating the aquaponics market, aquaponic gardeners looking to go commercial, and anyone focused on sustainability, localization, or high-quality food production.--COVER.

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Includes bibliographical references (pages 265-267) and index.
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Built around a proven 120' greenhouse system operable by one person, the book distills vast experience and complete step-by-step guidance for starting and running a cold-water aquaponics business. Coverage includes a primer on cold-water aquaponics; pros and cons of different systems; complete design and construction of a deep water culture system; recommended and optional equipment and tools; system management, standard operating procedures, and maintenance checklists; maximizing fish and vegetable production; and strategies for successful sales and marketing of fish and plants. As the only comprehensive commercial cold-water resource, The Aquaponic Farmer is essential for farmers contemplating the aquaponics market, aquaponic gardeners looking to go commercial, and anyone focused on sustainability, localization, or high-quality food production.--COVER.
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APA Citation (style guide)

Southern, A., & King, W. (2017). The aquaponic farmer: a complete guide to building and operating a commercial aquaponic system. Gabriola Island, BC, Canada, New Society Publishers.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)

Southern, Adrian, 1982- and Whelm King. 2017. The Aquaponic Farmer: A Complete Guide to Building and Operating a Commercial Aquaponic System. Gabriola Island, BC, Canada, New Society Publishers.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)

Southern, Adrian, 1982- and Whelm King, The Aquaponic Farmer: A Complete Guide to Building and Operating a Commercial Aquaponic System. Gabriola Island, BC, Canada, New Society Publishers, 2017.

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Southern, Adrian and Whelm King. The Aquaponic Farmer: A Complete Guide to Building and Operating a Commercial Aquaponic System. Gabriola Island, BC, Canada, New Society Publishers, 2017.

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