

Getting Familiar With A Functional And Sustainable Approach To Food Production
Sep 24, 2024
Anthony Siccardi, an Assistant Professor in Biology at Georgia Southern University and aquaponics expert, dives deep into sustainable fish and plant production. He explains how aquaponics utilizes a symbiotic relationship between tilapia and plants to optimize growth. Listeners will learn about the challenges of nutrient management, the importance of clean environments for fish, and innovative alternatives like black soldier flies and algae for fish feed. Anthony also discusses aquaponics' potential to combat urban food deserts and foster community access to fresh produce.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 3min
Introduction to Aquaponics
03:00 • 4min
Navigating Nutrient Management in Aquaponics
06:42 • 2min
Sustaining Health and Efficiency in Aquaponics
08:36 • 2min
Exploring Sustainable Alternatives in Fish Feed Production
10:56 • 2min
Integrating Black Soldier Flies in Aquaponics
13:21 • 14min
Exploring Aquaponics: A Sustainable Solution for Education and Urban Food Deserts
27:04 • 4min