Fish-to-Plant Ratio Calculator
Stocking density and grow bed area for your aquaponic system. Based on Rakocy/UVI methodology adapted for home-scale media bed systems.
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IBC tote grow bed systemIBC totes are the standard entry point for DIY aquaponics. 275-gallon is the most common size.
Aquaponics air pump + airstonesDissolved oxygen is the invisible variable most beginners under-engineer. More air than you think.
Water test kit (API freshwater)API Master Test Kit is the reference for ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH. Buy the liquid kit, not strips.
Grow lights (full spectrum LED)For indoor systems: full-spectrum quantum board panels outperform blurple lights by meaningful margins.
Grow media (hydroton / clay pebbles)Expanded clay is the standard media for flood-and-drain beds. Rinse thoroughly before use.
Aquaponics air pump + airstonesDissolved oxygen is the invisible variable most beginners under-engineer. More air than you think.
Water test kit (API freshwater)API Master Test Kit is the reference for ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH. Buy the liquid kit, not strips.
Grow lights (full spectrum LED)For indoor systems: full-spectrum quantum board panels outperform blurple lights by meaningful margins.
Grow media (hydroton / clay pebbles)Expanded clay is the standard media for flood-and-drain beds. Rinse thoroughly before use.