How to use pesticides in aquaponics without hurting your fish
"Chemical pest management in aquaponic systems must be approached judiciously, thoughtfully and with caution, whether you are using a homemade remedy or a commercial product.
"Before I begin to talk about the controls, you must know that this information was hard-won over the course of many years. Pests are inevitable in aquaponic systems, and dealing with them has always presented a dilemma for aquaponic producers, primarily because there are so few pesticides that are non-toxic, or of low toxicity to fish, but also because no one knew how much could be safely used. The team here led by Dr. Nate Storey has run aquaponic systems using media beds, DWC, and ZipGrow Towers with various crops and fish types. We’ve killed a few fish, and have learned our lessons about pesticides in aquaponics through trial and error! We offer those lessons to you now."
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