Aquaponics Key to a More Sustainable Future Future Fish Farming Reducing our Foodprint

True or False: It is important to make sure that an aquaponic system is free of bacteria because it is harmful tot he system.

• True

• False.

What is the role of the plants in the system. 

• The plants are just for us to eat.

• The plants take up the nutrients from the fish waste. this cleans the water for the fish.

What must be monitored in order for the system to stay in balance and be successful?

• pH level of the water

• decoration in the fish tank

Which of the following is true?

• Aquaponics uses MORE water than traditional farming methods because you need extra water for the fish.

• Aquaponics uses LESS water than traditional farming methods because the water in the system continuously recycles through the system.