Amalgamation: AI and Aquaponics

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Aquaponics: The Future of Nutrition

What is aquaponics?

Aquaponics is a process that combines aquaculture (raising aquatic animals such as fish, crabs, snails or shrimps in tanks) with hydroponics (cultivating crops in water, such as vegetables or herbs). Nitrifying bacteria are involved in converting ammonia (a metabolic end product of fish and toxic to them in high concentrations) into nitrates (plant nutrient). Excrement from fish farming is used as nutrients for plants. This means that the nutrients required for growing plants essentially come from fish feed.

Aquaponics is based on a closed loop system in which water constantly circulates between the fish tank and the plant tank. The water is pumped from the fish tank along with the excrement into the plant tank. Here the water is purified by bacteria that convert the ammonium contained in the fish excrement into nitrate. The nitrate is absorbed by the plants as a nutrient. The plants filter the water and return it cleanly to the fish tank. This process repeats itself continuously and ensures optimal supply of fish and plants.

Why is aquaponics important?

Aquaponics offers several benefits such as: 

  • Water-saving: Aquaponics saves water because the water is recycled again and again. Compared to traditional farming methods, aquaponics can save up to 90% water. 
  • Space-saving: Aquaponics is space-saving as the plants can be grown in vertical systems. This enables high productivity in a small area. Additionally, aquaponics can be installed in modular and customizable units that are suitable for different environments. 
  • Nutritious: Aquaponics is very nutritious as both fish and plants can serve as food. Fish is a valuable source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D and other nutrients important to human health and well-being. Plants are a valuable source of fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that can strengthen the immune system and prevent disease. In addition, fish and plants offer variety and an improvement in taste compared to canned or freeze-dried foods.
  • Environmentally friendly: Aquaponics is environmental friendly as it does not produce any waste or pollutants. The fish are kept species-appropriately and the food is used efficiently. The plants are grown without pesticides or herbicides and require no additional fertilizer. The water is purified and reused. 

Aquaponics is therefore a promising method to ensure food security and the quality of life. It could also help reduce dependence on the Earth and increase self-sufficiency.


Conclusion

  •  Aquaponics is a revolutionary method.
  • AI and Aquaponics utilized together may be a win-win situation. 
  • Aquaponics offers several benefits such as water saving, space saving, nutritious-ness and environmental friendliness. 
  • Aquaponics is an inspiring and innovative method that shows us how to respect and protect the earth.
  • Aquaponics is more than just a method. Aquaponics is a vision. A vision of a better world. A world in which we live in harmony with ourselves, with animals and with nature. 
  • Aquaponics is the future. 

Compiled by: Arjun, Data Scientist







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