Aquaponics?
Aquaponics is a sustainable food production system that combines the cultivation of veggies and fish. The best way to produce food in the city, because it hardly takes up any space. The fish poo feeds the plants, and the plants clean the water for the fish. Not a drop is wasted.
Day 1
The first day is the most hands-on part. Guided by our trainers you will learn how to build a vertical aquaponics installation from scratch. A crash-course in plumbing and carpentry. By the end of the day you will know exactly what you need to build your own system at home.
Day 2
You built or bought an aquaponics-installation, now what? During the second day we'll practice performing the duties of an aquaponics farmer. We'll harvest fish and plants and test the water. You'll learn tricks like 'vacuuming' the tanks, planting seeds, fighting insects, and you'll learn what to do if your fish get sick. We'll briefly discuss the ecosystem and nitrate cyclus, but an emphasis lies on everyday tasks.
Miniponics
We developed the Miniponics which fits easily on slender Amsterdam balconies, in classrooms, or tucked away in the kitchen. No need to hide it though - it's pretty darn classy looking. Sustainable food production in the city is possible! The Miniponics workshop takes place on August 2. Get your ticket(s) online.
Information and tickets
The Aquaponics Weekend takes place at Mediamatic Fabriek on Saturday July 27 and Sunday July 28 from 10 am to 5 pm. Click here for directions to the Fabriek. Tickets are €380 incl. VAT (or € 266 if you're eligible for a discount). This includes drinks and lunch. For questions please e-mail Deborah Meibergen or call her at: 020-6389901. Get your weekend tickets online.