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Author : Tyler Baras
Release : 2018-04-03
Genre : Gardening
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 595/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis DIY Hydroponic Gardens by : Tyler Baras
Download or read book DIY Hydroponic Gardens written by Tyler Baras. This book was released on 2018-04-03. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIY Hydroponic Gardens and Farmer Tyler show home DIYers how to build over a dozen hydroponics growing systems, some of which cost only a few dollars to make.
Author : Tyler Baras
Release : 2021-09-14
Genre : Gardening
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 389/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Home Hydroponics by : Tyler Baras
Download or read book Home Hydroponics written by Tyler Baras. This book was released on 2021-09-14. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Home Hydroponics presents fully illustrated plans for building over a dozen different beautiful, home-based DIY hydroponic growing systems to cultivate your own food indoors.
Author : Christopher Somerville
Release : 2015
Genre : Aquaponics
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 325/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Small-scale Aquaponic Food Production by : Christopher Somerville
Download or read book Small-scale Aquaponic Food Production written by Christopher Somerville. This book was released on 2015. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This technical paper begins by introducing the concept of aquaponics, including a brief history of its development and its place within the larger category of soil-less culture and modern agriculture. It discusses the main theoretical concepts of aquaponics, including the nitrogen cycle and the nitrification process, the role of bacteria, and the concept of balancing an aquaponic unit. It then moves on to cover important considerations of water quality parameters, water testing, and water sourcing for aquaponics, as well as methods and theories of unit design, including the three main methods of aquaponic systems: media beds, nutrient film technique, and deep water culture. The publication discusses in detail the three groups of living organisms (bacteria, plants and fish) that make up the aquaponic ecosystem. It also presents management strategies and troubleshooting practices, as well as related topics, specifically highlighting local and sustainable sources of aquaponic inputs. The publication also includes nine appendixes that present other key topics: ideal conditions for common plants grown in aquaponics; chemical and biological controls of common pests and diseases including a compatible planting guide; common fish diseases and related symptoms, causes and remedies; tools to calculate the ammonia produced and biofiltration media required for a certain fish stocking density and amount of fish feed added; production of homemade fish feed; guidelines and considerations for establishing aquaponic units; a cost-benefit analysis of a small-scale, media bed aquaponic unit; a comprehensive guide to building small-scale versions of each of the three aquaponic methods; and a brief summary of this publication designed as a supplemental handout for outreach, extension and education.
Author : Curtis Allen Stone
Release : 2015-12-14
Genre : Gardening
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 916/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Urban Farmer by : Curtis Allen Stone
Download or read book The Urban Farmer written by Curtis Allen Stone. This book was released on 2015-12-14. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are twenty million acres of lawns in North America. In their current form, these unproductive expanses of grass represent a significant financial and environmental cost. However, viewed through a different lens, they can also be seen as a tremendous source of opportunity. Access to land is a major barrier for many people who want to enter the agricultural sector, and urban and suburban yards have huge potential for would-be farmers wanting to become part of this growing movement. The Urban Farmer is a comprehensive, hands-on, practical manual to help you learn the techniques and business strategies you need to make a good living growing high-yield, high-value crops right in your own backyard (or someone else's). Major benefits include: Low capital investment and overhead costs Reduced need for expensive infrastructure Easy access to markets Growing food in the city means that fresh crops may travel only a few blocks from field to table, making this innovative approach the next logical step in the local food movement. Based on a scalable, easily reproduced business model, The Urban Farmer is your complete guide to minimizing risk and maximizing profit by using intensive production in small leased or borrowed spaces. Curtis Stone is the owner/operator of Green City Acres, a commercial urban farm growing vegetables for farmers markets, restaurants, and retail outlets. During his slower months, Curtis works as a public speaker, teacher, and consultant, sharing his story to inspire a new generation of farmers.
Author : Howard M. Resh
Release : 2017-06-29
Genre :
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 062/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Hydroponic Home Food Gardens by : Howard M. Resh
Download or read book Hydroponic Home Food Gardens written by Howard M. Resh. This book was released on 2017-06-29. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A manual exploring modern hydroponic methods. It addresses several forms of hydroponic gardening, covering materials and methods, the selection of the best plants for the home gardener, and principles and practice for the successful propagation and nurturing of food plants.
