Aquaponics Design - 3 Easiest System Builds for the Backyard

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  • G'Day Folks. Here are 3 of the easiest DIY aquaponics systems configurations you can build yourself.
    All of these systems can be added to or tweaked to increase the amount of fish & veggies you can grow for you & your family. 🐟🍅🥦🌱
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Komentáře • 922

  • @elizabethlee9606
    @elizabethlee9606 Před 3 lety +213

    I teach aquaponics in a high school and just showed my students this video. It was so helpful for us as we begin designing mini-systems! You explained everything so clearly and made it interesting. I'm now a subscriber. Thank you!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety +17

      Glad it was helpful Elizabeth. I hope the kids have fun designing their own system. 👍
      Cheers & all the best to you & the class. 🌱🌱🐟

    • @mowgli6345
      @mowgli6345 Před 2 lety +6

      If I've never grown anything in my life, should I start with something smaller and more traditional before moving onto a closed loop system?

    • @dianacascayan1759
      @dianacascayan1759 Před 2 lety +1

      Awesome! I am currently looking reading materials bout aquaponics for my future business, maybe you can share it hehhe

    • @deefresh517able
      @deefresh517able Před 2 lety

      @@RobsAquaponics 0

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety +1

      @@deefresh517able 🤔 ??

  • @daddykirbs
    @daddykirbs Před 4 lety +71

    What a great overview of the different systems! I'm holding onto my dream of doing a Texas Aquaponics project someday. Thanks for all your hard work Rob!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +4

      Thanks Mr Blake. 👍😊 Let me know if you need any input. More than happy to give you a hand if it's needed.
      All the best to the family.

  • @showjumperkaylee
    @showjumperkaylee Před 2 lety +5

    I just have to say, I besigned my system 3 years ago from one of your builds. I left the system to sit for 2 years and it still worked when I added water to it yesterday. Thanks for the help!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety

      Nice one Kaylee. Hope it grows you some top Nosh. 👍😁

  • @fl260
    @fl260 Před 4 lety +27

    You sir are a top quality human being! Thank you for your awesome work in putting these videos together for us to learn! Can't thank you enough!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +2

      I appreciate that mate.
      Cheers & have a top one.

  • @tedo6924
    @tedo6924 Před 4 lety +41

    You're on fire these days Rob! Another amazing video I'll probably watch another dozen times while I endeavor to set up a small system :)

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks Ted. Was a bit of a rush job this one.
      Cheers & have a top one mate.

    • @One_more_cast
      @One_more_cast Před 4 lety

      Ted i'm right there with you! Rob's video were super instrumental for me building my first small scale system. I actually just posted a video on how i did it if interested: czcams.com/video/hKWREFjNWX4/video.html

  • @neilcalliou896
    @neilcalliou896 Před 4 lety +11

    Another awesome vid Rob! I like the new intro , and can't wait to see those upcoming component vids! I really love your take on aquaponics. Take care man!

  • @KaleidoscopeJunkie
    @KaleidoscopeJunkie Před 4 lety +9

    Quite comprehensive, Rob.
    Well done.
    This is why I've been subscribed for ages and love your videos.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks KJ. Hope it helps a few folks out there new to aquaponics.
      Cheers & have a top one mate.

  • @TheShoward67
    @TheShoward67 Před rokem +3

    Thanks again -- I was able to locally and cheaply source some food grade/clean IBC and 30 Gallon tanks (took me a bit to find the non-Ag chemical variety so common in the Midwest. Now beginning a simple build off your basic chop and flip design -- I do like what you pointed out that this can be easily expanded over time. Super appreciative of you sharing your knowledge. Its critical we all learn these skills quickly and efficiently.

  • @downunderfulla6001
    @downunderfulla6001 Před 4 lety +9

    You’ve just nailed it for anyone interested multi harvest systems. Excellent easy explanation of these 3 systems with visual of each systems components. This has got to be the next most watched CZcams video👍 🍻🍻

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +2

      Thanks Bradley.
      I'm posting them at the wrong time of year for them to do much on CZcams but such is.
      Cheers mate & have a top one.

  • @joseh.l.3617
    @joseh.l.3617 Před 4 lety +7

    You just resolve all my doubts about these system. Tomorrow I'm starting to design and build one. Thanks a lot

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Glad I could help some Jose. How is the build coming along?
      Cheers & happy growing.

  • @elsbethtascioni7144
    @elsbethtascioni7144 Před 2 lety

    Great explanation, thanks so much 😊. Definitely like the split flow option with the 2 filters and the reason you gave about treating or sick grow bed to have it isolated.👍🏾

  • @chf1949
    @chf1949 Před 4 lety +1

    I like that you explain things so clearly in an organized fashion. Thanks!

  • @timlighthall4750
    @timlighthall4750 Před 3 lety +5

    Mate, thank you for sharing your knowledge with others.
    I found this extremely informative, I've been thinking of starting to up my own aquaponic system and I'm just so happy there are people like you sharing all this wonderful info.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety +1

      Glad it was helpful Tim. Hope the build goes smoothly if you have a crack at one mate. 😁👍

  • @sallyweiner4180
    @sallyweiner4180 Před 4 lety +8

    I love this. Thank you for explaining it so clearly!!!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Cheers Sal. 👍 Was happy that it turned out as well as it did as it was a bit of a rush job & wasn't the clip I was planing to post this week.
      Have a top one.

    • @shahanahmed1780
      @shahanahmed1780 Před 3 lety

      czcams.com/video/jqgw4DQMLGw/video.html
      My aquaponics system in Bangladesh

  • @wesledford8564
    @wesledford8564 Před 4 lety +3

    I’m really gonna consider some of these for our next redesign this winter. Thanks rob!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Nice one Wes. Hope to have a few more helpful clips out before your Spring arrives.
      Cheers mate.

  • @edzollo8360
    @edzollo8360 Před 4 lety +3

    Great clip, really good at showing the different systems at a high level. With your links to the specific elements of the system for more detail you have become the one stop shop for aquaponics education. Will be starting on a chop and flip system soon as my entry into aquaponics.
    Looking forward to you getting chickens again. You actually gave me inspiration to get chickens which have surprised me with how entertaining they are.
    Keep up the great work on educating people in what can be achieved in a backyard.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      That's great to hear you're going to have a crack Ed. 👍 Am glad the clips have helped you out some mate.
      Am looking forward to getting some girls back in the patch here too.
      Cheers & happy growing.

  • @dra7mads
    @dra7mads Před 4 lety +3

    This is your best video ever. Very clear. Very basic. Very systematic. Very comprehensive. The second best is the 9 essential components video. I can't show my admiration to these two videos enough.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      I'm glad you've found them helpful. 👍👍 Hope to be producing more like these soon.
      Cheers & happy growing. 🌱🐟

  • @christopherwhay
    @christopherwhay Před 4 lety +4

    Keep up the updates, I’ve built the 55gal chop/flip and have my ibcs to eventually build a set up very similar to the one you’ve highlighted at your folks place... I dig it. Cheers mate

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Nice one Christopher. Have posted a few aqua clips to the channel over the past month or so.
      Happy growing mate.

  • @perrycrawford8537
    @perrycrawford8537 Před 4 lety +2

    Finally someone who explains this properly.

  • @nixflipside4167
    @nixflipside4167 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you Rob for sharing your Knowledge !!!

  • @davilopes3155
    @davilopes3155 Před 4 lety +6

    I gain access to some land near my city in Goiânia, Brasil, and these videos really are helping me to think a production of aquaponics in a bigger scale.
    Thank you for you're time doing this, hope i can contact you for some conversation about the processes.
    Great work

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +1

      Hi Davi. I'll help folks where I can but can't get to everyone that requests help unfortunately. Your best off asking questions in the comment sections of clips as I always get back to them eventually.
      Cheers

  • @xionix4
    @xionix4 Před 4 lety +11

    I always enjoy your explanations. :) I remember that I have been fascinated by liquids flowing through tubes and components as a concept (haven't had too much exposure or in-person experience with the phenomenon) since I was a five year old. It's why I answered that I wanted to be a chemist (among so many other things, lol). In recent years, I've come to love plants as well. And fish are one of my favorite food sources (but I don't know how attached I'd get). Your channel is like a window into a part of my desired future. Thanks for so much great content. ^.^ Also, your beard is longer than mine now, I think. I had suggested to you not to shave it previously when you had brought up the topic, but I don't want you to feel like your personal life is dictated by this community, so I'm revising my statement to "I'll race you," though it appears you've already won, lol. Take care.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +2

      😅 I need to cut about a fist full off to look after some split ends so you might just take the lead yet.
      Hope you do have a crack at growing your own mate, is very satisfying to raise your own.|
      Cheers & all the best.

  • @michaelmaiden5681
    @michaelmaiden5681 Před 3 lety +1

    I am absolutely amazed by this system. Thank you

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety

      Glad you like it Michael.
      Cheers & have a top one.

  • @ShaneThomas100
    @ShaneThomas100 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank You Rob, I am learning so much from you and very soon I will be putting all you have shared in to practice...

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Nice one Shane.
      Hope the build goes smoothly for you mate.

  • @joesoutdoorplaces
    @joesoutdoorplaces Před 4 lety +10

    Excellent video explaining different systems to beginners or someone who is curious like myself. This video sparked my interest in planning a small system using totes. Thanks Rob.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +2

      Thanks Joe. 👍👍Send me a PM if you want any more info or a hand mate.
      Cheers

    • @joesoutdoorplaces
      @joesoutdoorplaces Před 4 lety

      @{// WTF! //} We get a few freezes here in Louisiana and that would be a concern for me too. This small system will be indoors in my grow room and most likely be stocked with gold fish.

    • @TehOldGamer
      @TehOldGamer Před 4 lety +2

      @@RobsAquaponics Same here Rob. I've been investigating this topic for a while now and your channel is the best resource for a simple explanation of practical aquaculture for a beginner like me. I really appreciate it.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +1

      @@TehOldGamer Cheers mate. 👍

  • @punkyroo
    @punkyroo Před 4 lety +3

    Great summary! I always preferred to keep things as simple as possible with my aquaponics. Fish tank -> canister filter -> Growbed.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Nice one Punky. 👍👍 Am still tossing up what filters I'll be adding to the new system here.
      Cheers & all the best.

  • @phyreballs6151
    @phyreballs6151 Před 4 lety +2

    Very well explained, simple with enough details. good job Mr Rob Bob!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Glad I could help some.
      Cheers & have a top one. 👍

  • @justtinkering6054
    @justtinkering6054 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent video! Thank you for the excellent graphics.

  • @o.o1163
    @o.o1163 Před 4 lety +15

    Thank you so so much, I honestly wish I could afford to support you financially , I'm low income and disabled which you can imagine my finances . I honestly appreciate all you share , you've helped me so much. This winter I'm growing inside and watching your videos has given me the confidence to build my own small system😊. I wish I knew people in my area that have the same interests but I don't. Anyways thanks again and may God bless you in everything

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +4

      Please don't feel you need to offer anything Lisa. I get a buzz just hearing folks have found the clips helpful in someway. 😊
      Are you growing under lights? That's something I'm yet to have a crack at with aquaponics.
      Hope the build goes well for you & Happy Growing.

    • @MichaelBrown-kk6ck
      @MichaelBrown-kk6ck Před 4 lety

      Rob Bob's Aquaponics & Backyard Farm I guess you’ve not tried lights as there’s probably little need/benefit with your systems being outside. I’m looking at setting up a small system in my garage to get fresh veggies all year so I think I’ll need to look at lighting.
      Love your vids, they’re very easy to follow and full of great info. Hadn’t thought about doing hydroponics or even heard of aquaponics until a few weeks back and now I’m reading everything I can get my hands on.
      My primary water source is the city water utility, so the water is hard, has added chlorine and maybe fluoride. What do I need to do to make this water suitable for fish?

  • @staticwolfblogson8154
    @staticwolfblogson8154 Před 2 lety +3

    Here for a sustainable future. First time viewer, very informative thankyou, i look forward to being here 👍🏻

  • @ragingpatriot772
    @ragingpatriot772 Před 3 lety +2

    You’re a good teacher. You should have local classes for your community, let them know how much they need and take trip to hardware store. Monthly charges to help increase their knowledge.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety +1

      I do help folks that support us through our website when they need a hand & am looking at holding classes here at our house soon too. Just need to tidy things up around here first.
      Cheers Lili & have a top one.

  • @Nemo-yn1sp
    @Nemo-yn1sp Před 4 lety +2

    So much information! Thank you!

  • @Shane_O.5158
    @Shane_O.5158 Před 4 lety +3

    your brahmi's going nuts, i have found our system keeps brahmi alive in cold frosty winter.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +2

      It's just gone burko over the past few weeks Shane. Even the small section on the deck is flowering now.
      Cheers mate.

  • @MaharlikaChorale
    @MaharlikaChorale Před 4 lety +10

    Im one of your subscriber now, it reminds me one of my favorite character in LOTR, Gandalf the grey, but you will be Gandalf the green, i really learn a lot. From this video. Keep it up!

  • @MinhTuanTerryTa
    @MinhTuanTerryTa Před 2 lety

    This is the best video I found. I really appreciate the animation. It makes things so much simpler. I was confused at other videos as I couldn't imagine how the system works as a whole but your animation really helps me understand it.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety

      I'm glad it helped you out mate.
      Cheers & Have a great one.

  • @davidplowman7286
    @davidplowman7286 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks, Rob, nice, helpful vid. I'm just getting started on my 2nd go at backyard Aqua-P. I even have an electric pump this time! Yeah, before I would put the fish-water in a bucket and hoist it up with ropes and pulleys to circulate through a micro-system. Educational, somewhat effective. Very nice hat, man.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Pumps are definitely worth the investment. I tried to run a recirculating hydro system years ago without pumps & it only took 1 missed watering to do all the plants in.
      Happy growing David.

  • @biglebowski8330
    @biglebowski8330 Před 3 lety +4

    Have you thought about adding freshwater mollusc to your sump tank? They are excellent water filters, low maintenance. I would also suggest adding red wigglers to the media beds. Your videos are well put together and easy to follow, you are a great teacher. I especially enjoy your animations of your designs, and how you break down how they operate.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety

      I have been using worms in the beds since we started but haven't used mollusc yet. Don't really have huge issues with solids building up in the sumps but do know folks that have used them with no issues. 👍
      Am glad you're enjoying the videos & have a top one BL. 😁👍

  • @linusflores-araujo1635
    @linusflores-araujo1635 Před 4 lety +5

    I'm 14 and building an aquaponics system at my school. I luv ur vids ☺️

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks Linus. Hope they help to get you good marks mate.
      Cheers & happy growing.

    • @jcoburn3590
      @jcoburn3590 Před 4 lety +1

      That's a cool school that's teaching you guys things like that!

  • @dra7mads
    @dra7mads Před 4 lety +1

    Amazing video. Thanks Rob.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      No problem & hope it gave you a few useful ideas to play with. 👍🙂
      Cheers.

  • @shannonbest106
    @shannonbest106 Před 2 lety

    Thanks Rob… you do an excellent job at teaching others how to do this and you do it well!

  • @VMFRD
    @VMFRD Před 4 lety +4

    For the folks that have the pump inside the fish tank, like I do, a electrical float switch is a must have because they are cheap and can prevent water loss by accident and fish loss if there's a leak somewhere on the system, not to mention the fact that you can burn your pump too if it is running dry. You can set the water level that the float switch will actually trip the pump (turn it off). If you want to go a bit further, a relay can be use to switch a backup air compressor in case the pump is switched off.

  • @saguarotreker
    @saguarotreker Před 4 lety +7

    Having been dabbling in aquaponics for the past 10 years I started out with a CHOP system and its evolved into a three fish tank, 6 ibc growbeds and 4 10x4 DWC beds. Soon to include several rows of NFT tubes. All fish tanks are aired by venturi induction (inspired by Rob's design) Its an "organic" evolution.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Sounds like an impressive system mate. 👍 What sort of fish are running the show?

    • @saguarotreker
      @saguarotreker Před 4 lety +1

      Blue Nile Tilapia. Just getting this new batch started (70-100) after reengineering the entire system. I'll post an update, the vid I have up is an older configuration. Very messy.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      @@saguarotreker Let me know when you do & I'll suss it out.
      Cheers mate.

    • @saguarotreker
      @saguarotreker Před 4 lety

      @@RobsAquaponics Done!

    • @saguarotreker
      @saguarotreker Před 4 lety

      ...as in I put up the new system video czcams.com/video/I-6oGy4K3H8/video.html for you to have a gander. Thanks for all that you do Rob. BTW, I'm actually thinking about removing the venturi aeration as it is quite noisy. Looking to up the "zen" factor in my little micro-farm.

  • @jesebelkhaira
    @jesebelkhaira Před 4 lety +1

    Love your stuff! Thank you!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Glad you're enjoying it Jeszebel. 👍👍
      Cheers & have a top one.

  • @montanasoneeyejack5195
    @montanasoneeyejack5195 Před 4 lety +1

    Awsome Job in explaining the systems and the diagram,s you showed helped out alot ... Peace and Grace too you and your Family!!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Thanks mate. Hope it's given you a few useful ideas.
      Have a top one.

  • @monckeywrench4823
    @monckeywrench4823 Před 4 lety +3

    Great work sir,, looking forward to see more of this system of your own,,very educational and Creatively done.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +1

      The new system is up & running now if you wanted to suss that out MW,
      czcams.com/video/xpA-5XZioz0/video.html
      Cheers & have a top one.

  • @Odaz2
    @Odaz2 Před 4 lety +8

    I'm curious: what software are your using to illustrate the systems?

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +4

      I'me using Paint.Net for the art & DaVinci Resolve (my editing software) to animate them.
      Cheers.

  • @taylorstephens5629
    @taylorstephens5629 Před 3 lety +1

    this is by far the best video I've seen on aquaponics. Great diagrams and very simple! good job!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety

      Glad it was helpful Taylor.
      Have fun with the build mate.

  • @Konaquin
    @Konaquin Před 3 lety +1

    Great. I think I found my Guru . Such clear advise and the science behind it..visually represented helps so much.. Cheers

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety

      Don't want to be a guru but am happy to help where & when I can. 👍
      Cheers & have a great one.

  • @RobsAquaponics
    @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +35

    Don't forget to click the subscribe button if you enjoyed the video & while you're at it, check out our Aquaponics DIY playlists.
    Starting An Aquaponics System
    ►czcams.com/play/PLBcWprMIwYYj8zCdbSzPJOR3HRXpxuBwf.html
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    Share the clip around with family & friends if you think they'll enjoy it too. 🐟 🌱🍅
    Cheers all & have a top one. 😊
    Rob

    • @DaleModisette
      @DaleModisette Před 4 lety +1

      Here one of my favorite mockups/setups though one would need a bigger backyard. ;) Green Society Aquaponics: czcams.com/video/Pyz55YHE_Is/video.html

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +1

      @@DaleModisette It is a great system 👍 Cheers Dale.

    • @DaleModisette
      @DaleModisette Před 4 lety +1

      @@RobsAquaponics *The Helpful Garden*
      The idea is to design a homeless shelter using Aquaponics and permaculture to feed them as well as make money for them. Each place will have 9 to 13 (12 x 18) 216 sq ft building for living in. So the *"Helpful Garden"* will be shelter to up to 13 people as well as a farmers market. The one thing about homeless shelters is that one can be built every 80 miles about or so. I can see a minimum of 3000 homeless shelters of the "Helpful Garden" being built worldwide. (Powered by solar & wind) To build said place is about $500,000 depending where it built. Though it won't need donation or government grants to run for all it's money comes from it farmers market.
      *Profits:*
      40% profit breakdown:
      Money needed for sheltered women: $15,000/each allotted to each tiny home each year. plus stables (Example: coffee, sugar, flour, salt and pepper)
      60% profit breakdown:
      10% to building new Helpful Gardens
      20% to maintenance
      15% to college grants
      15% to etc.

      *_Budget : $500,000_*
      *1.)* Land : 3+ acres (Budget $25,000.00 or less)
      *2.)* Tiny Homes: 9 to 13 (12 x 18) 216 sq ft [on ½ acre] (Budget $156,000.00 or less)
      *3.)* Intake Office: 600 Sq ft (Budget $25,000.00 or less)
      *4.)* Farmers Market: ½ acre (Budget $45,000.00 or less)
      *5.)* Parking Lot: ¼ acre (Budget $5,000.00)
      *6.)* Aquaponics and Permaculture Farm: 1 ¾ acres (Budget $109,000.00 or more
      a.) Up to 3 different fish
      b.) Tiger shrimp
      c.) Crayfish
      d.) 3 different apple and pears trees so [to have them throughout the year]
      e.) Citrus trees like lemons, oranges and 2 two others.
      f.) Chickens (meat and eggs)
      g.) Goats (milk and cheese)
      h.) Honey Bees 4 to 6 hives
      i.) 2 fig trees (maybe)
      j.) Freshwater mussels (maybe)
      k.) Rabbits (maybe)
      *_Powered : [Total Budget $135,000.00]_*
      *1.)* Solar (Budget $90,000)
      a.) Tiny Homes 13 set of 4 - 250 watt cell with light sensors (52 solar cells) cost between $27,287.00 and $36,387.00
      b.) Aquaponics System - (?)
      c.) Intake Office - set of 6 - 250 watt cell with light sensors
      (cost between $3,148.50 and $4,198.50)
      d.) Farmers Market - (?)
      *2.)* Wind Power - (Budget $45,000)
      a.) Windmill electric generator 15 to 30 KW cost between $18,000 - $48,000
      ________________________________________________________________________
      *Just some working notes:*
      Payroll for security : $3,900/wk $16,900/mo $202,800/yr
      3 full time: ($24/hr) $2,880/wk $12,480/mo $149,760/yr
      4 part time: 17 hour work week ($15/hr) $1,020/wk $4,420/mo $53,040/yr
      Payroll for gardeners : same as security
      Volunteers : 36 (though it's like $6/hr to help pay for their gas and childcare if needed).
      $4,320/wk $18,720/mo $224,640/yr
      Total payroll : $427,440/yr
      Money needed for sheltered women: $144,000/yr or $12,000/each allotted to each tiny home (12)
      Money of the other 60% profit equals $270,000
      $450,000 plus payroll equals $958,769.04
      Needed $263.34/hr@70/hr@52/wk=$958,769.04
      235,000 lbs vegetables
      @$0.5/lb=$32.28/hr or 64.56 lbs/hr or 645.5 lbs/day
      30,000 lbs fish/crayfish/shrimp
      @ $3/lbs = $247.251/day or $90,000.00/yr
      *These are all low ball figures*
      $174,720 online sales per year
      $117,500 vegetable sale per year
      $90,000.00 meat sales per year
      $500 honey sales per year
      At point soda sales per year
      Snack & hot food sale per year
      Cloths & wares sales per year
      Frozen food sales per year
      Canning goods sales per year
      Dairy/cheese sales per year
      ________________________________________________________________________
      *By using a mix of permaculture and aquaponics which in turn use 90% less water to grow food and a minimum of twice as fast :*
      * Reduces Labor by 75%
      * Reuses 95% of the water
      * Low Electricity Need (use solar to stay off the grid)
      * Faster Vegetable
      * Longer Shelf Life
      * Organic Mineral Rich
      * Produces Its own Fertilizer
      * Non-Contaminated Fish
      * Use of Tiger Shrimp &/or Crawfish to clean algae
      * Uses of the Bacteria and fecal matter are collected to make Methane in place of natural gas &/or Decomposed solids to worm bin which turn is used to make Compost Tea is brewed from worm casting and water. The tea can be used for Fruit Orchard to increase Microbial Content in the soil.
      ________________________________________________________________________
      *_It all came about after a project I worked on to design a green subdivision with many others. I thought I could do more and started gathering info. That was when G+ was still invite only. A village is a 50 million dollar undertaken. Then broke it down to a what I call Dartanyan's Restaurant & Farm but again that was 5 million dollar undertaken. So I decided trying a homeless shelter with my knowledge._*
      *1.9848 acre per person living in a sustainable village (234 people [35% are child under the age 12] and 464.4432 acres for the village)*
      80% crafted, made and grown in said village And 20% are raw materials, food not grown, medical equipment/supplies, electronics and etc.
      - 0.6250 acre of farmland/person (146.2500ac)
      - 0.0892 acre of farmland products to be sold/person (20.8728ac)
      - 0.2321 acre of living area/person (54.3114ac)
      - 0.0214 acre of wine vineyards/person (5.0076ac)
      - 0.0714 acre of ponds/person (16.7076ac)
      - 0.1069 acre of coffee/person or 3,456 trees (25.0146ac) [555 trees/2.4711 acres or 1 Hectare]
      - 0.0071 acre of teas/person (1.6614ac)
      - 0.0142 acre of herbs/person (3.3228ac)
      - 0.1428 acre of schools/person (33.4152ac)
      - 0.2142 acre of park & wildlife/person (50.1228ac)
      - 0.1428 acre of village square/person (33.4152ac)
      - 0.1785 acre of livestock/person (41.7690ac)
      - 0.1392 acre of roads & etc/person (32.5728ac)
      --------------------------------------------------
      Side Note:
      The average house in the United States - 2150 square feet
      A downsized house - 1100 square feet
      A “large” small house - 750 square feet
      An efficiency house - 500 square feet
      A little house - 400 square feet
      A tiny house - 300 square feet
      A compact house - 200 square feet
      A micro house - 150 square feet
      These are all approximations, there is no exacting classification of “tiny houses.” As Dr. Peter Venkman said, “It’s more of a guideline than a rule.”

    • @dylanskillin2039
      @dylanskillin2039 Před 4 lety

      Ive been going crazy trying to find decent information thats actually informative! I really cant thank you enough man. Youre my aquaponic godsend

    • @nathan-rw1nt
      @nathan-rw1nt Před 4 lety

      g'day

  • @LucasmachtdenFisch
    @LucasmachtdenFisch Před 3 lety +5

    Any German speaking Aquaponics-enthusiasts here?

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety

      Not that I know of sorry mate. Berlin Aquaponics used to comment here a bit but I haven't seen any vid's from him recently.
      czcams.com/channels/AmGQk8Z9zaKoMq0i1c3ojQ.html
      Cheers.

    • @user-oj7mj8le3n
      @user-oj7mj8le3n Před 4 měsíci

      Ich kann! Mein Deutsch ist nicht perfekt aber ich kann es lesen und schreiben

    • @Yadzudsu.
      @Yadzudsu. Před 3 měsíci

      Yes sir

    • @8Sacred8Sam8
      @8Sacred8Sam8 Před 2 měsíci

      Ich spreche ein wenig Deutsch allein in Texas. kann aber besser lesen und schreiben

  • @godlingrapture
    @godlingrapture Před 2 lety

    The first video ever with the graphical designs and concept behind the setup, thank you sir!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před rokem

      Glad it helped some MI.
      Happy growing. 🌱🌱🐟

  • @xxcourtjesterxx
    @xxcourtjesterxx Před 4 lety +1

    I am really enjoying your videos, thanks for putting all this info out there for us!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Glad you like them Big Rich.
      Have posted a few more recently since the new system is now up & running.
      Cheers & happy growing mate.

  • @RobsAquaponics
    @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety +7

    Want to learn more about Aquaponics? 🐟 🍓🥬🍅
    Now you can with Rob's "Backyard Aquaponics for Beginners" Guide for only $19.95.
    You can see the guide in action on my website,
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    Or, buy directly here,
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    • @johnsmith-yi8bk
      @johnsmith-yi8bk Před 2 lety

      What species of fish are you growing? They're beautiful!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety +1

      @@johnsmith-yi8bk The ones with the black markings are the Aussie Native Jade Perch & the plain silver ones are the native Silver Purch.

    • @2MinuteHockey
      @2MinuteHockey Před 2 lety

      @@RobsAquaponics do you taste any fishy aftertaste in your produce?
      I ask because I haven't tried aquaponics but I do taste the difference between produce grown with and without fish based fertilizer and meats smoked/dried in the same room as fish and it seems most people don't mind or can't taste it but it tends to stand out for me

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před rokem

      @@2MinuteHockey None at all. 👍

  • @cmanna285
    @cmanna285 Před 3 lety +1

    Love these videos!

  • @kennethcole02
    @kennethcole02 Před 3 lety +1

    very generous to show all these ideas. thank you

  • @rolflews
    @rolflews Před 2 lety +1

    A lot of information, concisely presented and without wasting time , that alone made me subscribe. Graphics were clear and precise as well. Yeah I'll be watching more.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety

      Hope you learn what you need from them mate. 👍👍

  • @guysimon5048
    @guysimon5048 Před 4 lety +2

    great info will set one up in my back yard.

  • @James-ux8ir
    @James-ux8ir Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you so much for the videos they were awesomely helpful!!!!!!!!

  • @DIYGARDENWITHBB
    @DIYGARDENWITHBB Před 3 lety +1

    thanks for your tips I'm learning from you a lot and trying to make my system and upload in my channel

  • @forexpinoy2325
    @forexpinoy2325 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you Sir Rob! very generous giving ideas. Nice video!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Glad you enjoyed it & hope it gave you a few useful ideas.
      Cheers.

  • @RJ22MUAH
    @RJ22MUAH Před 3 lety +1

    Your videos are fantastically informative. Thank you. I plan to use a lot of your videos in building my new system.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety

      Glad you like them👍
      I hope they help with your design & build as well.
      Cheers.

  • @aurelienyonrac
    @aurelienyonrac Před 4 lety +2

    Best explanation ever

  • @curtisjordan9210
    @curtisjordan9210 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video, I found it super helpful. Thanks!

  • @newtube79
    @newtube79 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you for this video!

  • @robertdeschu4367
    @robertdeschu4367 Před rokem

    The illustrations are amazing thank you

  • @donfrost9457
    @donfrost9457 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for such an informative video on the different systems.

  • @user-en1zo1pt4o
    @user-en1zo1pt4o Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you! Extremely informative and the animations make it very easy to understand

  • @doitwithpierre210
    @doitwithpierre210 Před 4 lety +1

    Well explained Rob! I also prefer a split flow system.

  • @SM16
    @SM16 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank You, very informative. Happy growing 🐟🌿🌿✨

  • @xrcxconquerorrising5168
    @xrcxconquerorrising5168 Před 4 lety +1

    great info. thank you kindly

  • @caravanlifenz
    @caravanlifenz Před 6 měsíci

    Thanks for the great explanation.

  • @jesper86broberg
    @jesper86broberg Před 2 lety +1

    This was exactly what i was looking for. Thanks mate!

  • @moepharmo
    @moepharmo Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Rob
    Thanks for all your help throughout the years Meeting you Today was the best thing that happened all month! I will send you some captions of the garden From Moe

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety

      😁😁😁😁 Your excitement took me by surprise to tell you the truth mate & I did enjoy the chat. It was great meeting you as well & hope you can pop around when we have an open day (after the gardens are set back up of course).
      Cheers Moe & have a top one buddy.

  • @1965GAL
    @1965GAL Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much for your information! I am just doing research and you inspire me!

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm glad I could help some 1965GAL. 👍
      Hope the build goes smoothly when the time comes.

  • @grooveyard8803
    @grooveyard8803 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks rob, great video

  • @georgidimitrov5908
    @georgidimitrov5908 Před 3 lety +1

    This is maybe the best video on CZcams about this topic! Amazing you make it so simple I WILL WATCH ALL OF YOUR VIDEOS

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety +1

      Glad you think so Georgi. 👍
      Hope the other videos give you some useful ideas.
      Happy growing.

    • @georgidimitrov5908
      @georgidimitrov5908 Před 3 lety

      @@RobsAquaponics thanks ☘️☘️

  • @majinkakashi20
    @majinkakashi20 Před 6 měsíci

    Awesome thanks for the video

  • @paulnance8670
    @paulnance8670 Před 2 lety +1

    Just found this channel, Clear information.

  • @farmeraltv3456
    @farmeraltv3456 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much for this. Very informative.

  • @bongskisalva5365
    @bongskisalva5365 Před rokem

    I am learning a lot here. I plan to build my own aquaponics and your videos are excellent instructions on how to do it.. thank you!

  • @kategibson7766
    @kategibson7766 Před rokem

    Thank you so much for the fantastic presentation!

  • @DragonDevil100
    @DragonDevil100 Před 3 lety +1

    Your a goodman, the only person that i understand pretty much

  • @johnarizona3820
    @johnarizona3820 Před 4 lety +1

    Good one, thanks!

  • @mercyekoko1486
    @mercyekoko1486 Před 9 měsíci

    Very informative, thanks for sharing your knowledge

  • @RavenRaven-se6lr
    @RavenRaven-se6lr Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks Rob . looking into starting a Aqua phonics system 2020. 🇦🇺👍 Very well explained with the diagrams. This is going to be invaluable information in Australia.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Glad it's helped you out some & hope the build goes smoothly for you.
      Cheers.

  • @Biggyniner
    @Biggyniner Před 2 lety +1

    Great video, perfect for a newbie - cheers from Oregon USA!

  • @xedu5309
    @xedu5309 Před 4 lety +1

    rob. thats the best lesson i ever see on ytube

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety +1

      Hope it helps you with your design SE. 👍
      Cheers & happy growing.

  • @sarcasmo57
    @sarcasmo57 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Good explanation.

  • @edshirley337
    @edshirley337 Před 4 lety +1

    great video and info, thanks

  • @wkdravenna
    @wkdravenna Před 3 lety +1

    Your a cool guy Rob. 👍 Thanks for your info.

  • @preppingforlife264
    @preppingforlife264 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for making this a lot more understandable for me been looking at doing for a bit very informative I want to slowly try to get off grid so looking for sustainability on many things keep the videos coming

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety +1

      Glad it was helpful Andrew.
      Cheers & all the best with your build mate.

    • @preppingforlife264
      @preppingforlife264 Před 3 lety

      Rob Bob's Aquaponics & Backyard Farm and that is why I am subscribing not only the good information but actually getting a response from you I will share your channel to everyone I know thanks again

  • @mnsyakir
    @mnsyakir Před 2 lety +1

    9:07 finally, system that i was looking for, thanks 🙏

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety

      Am glad the video helped mate.😁👍
      Happy growing.

  • @michelleeaton4602
    @michelleeaton4602 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video. Thank you

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 3 lety

      Glad you liked it Michelle & hope it helped you out with a few ideas.
      Cheers & have a great one.

  • @tonyfool8790
    @tonyfool8790 Před 4 lety +1

    LEGEND thank you so much haha had to write and take photos, Great video :)

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 4 lety

      Cheers Tony. Hope it gave you few useful ideas mate.

  • @babygorilla4233
    @babygorilla4233 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing what you know mate, going to be starting a small indoor system under some grow lights in the basement.

    • @RobsAquaponics
      @RobsAquaponics  Před 2 lety

      Hope the build went smoothly Nate.
      Happy growing. 🐟🌱

  • @gogotravelreview
    @gogotravelreview Před 4 lety +1

    Very interesting idea for sharing

  • @jmkm88
    @jmkm88 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks Rob

  • @InspireandReflects
    @InspireandReflects Před 4 lety +1

    your information is very useful... thanks 😊

  • @Martin-nu2sp
    @Martin-nu2sp Před 3 lety

    Great video, dude. Thanks.

  • @jamiekillingsworth3109
    @jamiekillingsworth3109 Před rokem +1

    Awesome video and explanation