Published results from researchers state that for every pound of fish produced, 50-75 pounds of vegetables are produced (3). Our goal is 35 pounds of vegetables, and each tank has the ability to produce 2200 pounds of fish a week at full capacity (we have room for 2-3 tanks). The project can be duplicated nearly anywhere in the world, and requires very little room. The yield from the aquaponics system is enormous. Square foot for square foot, the yield is 15 times that of traditional soil farming, given the same period of time.

Smaller Family-Sized Unit

The project will convert a smaller 171 x 481 greenhouse to a family-sized unit by scaling down the commercial unit. It will contain a smaller tank capable of producing 200 pounds of fish and enough growbed room to accommodate the waste from the fish. Additional growing area will be used for the growth of root crops in compost. The smaller unit will be able to meet the annual vegetable and fish needs for a family of 6. The technology will differ in this pilot project by using whole kernel corn to heat the radiant floor, and used vegetable oil (UVO or WVO) to directly fuel a diesel-powered electric generator.