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Aquaponics system: How to cycle an aquaponics system using the fishless cycling method week 1

Aquaponics system: How to cycle an aquaponics system using the fishless cycling method. What to do week 1. In this video, I will show you what to do on week ...

Sep 5, 2012

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How to cycle an aquaponics system using the fishless cycling method week 1

In this video, I will show you what to do on week 1 of you aquaponics cycling. The hardest part in setting up your first aquaponics system is waiting for you system to cycle. Most of you are likely scratching your head and thinking “wtf is cycling?” I thought the same thing when I setup my first aquaponics system.The best place to start is to explain the nitrogen cycle that takes place in an aquaponics system. We start with the fish. Now you might think that fish are the key to making…See More

Sep 5, 2012

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How to Make Homemade Chicken Stock: Recipe for Chicken Stock Accented with Fresh Rosemary and Thyme.

How to Make Homemade Chicken Stock: Recipe for Chicken Stock Accented with Fresh Rosemary and Thyme. In this video, I will show you my hybrid method for maki...

Aug 28, 2012

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Recipe for Chicken Stock Accented with Fresh Rosemary and Thyme

How to Make Homemade Chicken Stock: Recipe for Chicken Stock Accented with Fresh Rosemary and Thyme. In this video, I will show you my hybrid method for making a deep and rich homemade chicken stock.I love homemade chicken stock. Its rich, flavorful, and so much better than the stuff in the store. Chicken stock is a pantry staple and used in so many recipes. Whether you are making a comforting bowl of chicken soup or creating a tasty sauce, chicken stock is indispensable in the kitchen.It…See More

Aug 28, 2012

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Robert Brennan commented on Robert Brennan's blog post 'How to build a desktop aquaponics system for indoor gardening.'

"Thanks for the comment Cornelia, I hope to have the next part of the series up next week"

Aug 20, 2012

Cornelia commented on Robert Brennan's blog post 'How to build a desktop aquaponics system for indoor gardening.'

"This is so well presented, Robert. You're a terrific teacher! Thanks for sharing the video and I'm eager to see the next installment to learn about the fish and plants I'll need!"

Aug 20, 2012

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Aquaponics system: How to build a desktop aquaponics system for indoor gardening. Aquaponics guide.

Aquaponics system: How to build a desktop aquaponics system for indoor gardening. Aquaponics guide. As the days get shorter and the nights get colder, we can...

Aug 19, 2012

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How to build a desktop aquaponics system for indoor gardening.

Aquaponics system: How to build a desktop aquaponics system for indoor gardening. Aquaponics guide.As the days get shorter and the nights get colder, we can no longer deny that fall is on the way and winter is around the corner. For me this means that hot summer days toiling around the garden will soon end. Last year, I started to experiment with hydroponics so I could continue to grow fresh food during the winter months. I learned that with a little know-how, growing fresh fruits and…See More

Aug 19, 2012

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How-To's on putting food aside: canning, freezing, drying, much more...See More

Aug 9, 2012

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How to guide for pressure canning homemade chicken stock

Canning chicken stock: How to guide for pressure canning homemade chicken stock. Food preservation techniques we should all know, great for preppers. Canning your own homemade food, such as chicken stock, is a great way to ensure that you know what you're eating. Sure, walking down aisle 2 of the grocery store and picking up a tin of chicken stock makes life simpler, but what is in that chicken stock? Often, the ingredient list shows that very little chicken is actually in your chicken stock,…See More

Aug 8, 2012

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Canning chicken stock: How to guide for pressure canning homemade chicken stock, great for preppers.

Canning chicken stock: How to guide for pressure canning homemade chicken stock. Food preservation techniques we should all know, great for preppers. Canning...

Aug 8, 2012

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I Could Ferment That!

For those who when strolling through the garden or farmers market continually think "I could ferment that! (in to beer, wine, cheese, pickles, kraut,...)

Aug 1, 2012

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Gardening tips: how to hand pollinate tomatoes for larger production of your container garden

Aug 1, 2012

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"Hi, Robert. Thanks for sharing the hand-pollination post and video. I made it today's Daily Bite (at the very top of the homepage). Fun!"

Aug 1, 2012

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Gardening tips: how to hand pollinate tomatoes for larger production of your container garden

Gardening tips: how to hand pollinate tomatoes for larger production of your container garden. Many gardeners leave pollination to the bees, but if you want ...

Jul 30, 2012

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What kind of HOMEGROWN are you?: Dirt Under My Fingernails City Slicker

A bit about me:: All about growing and cooking my own food. Anything I can't get I try to get local.

Latest greatest meal cooked at home:: Korean BBQ

Currently reading:: The art of Fermentation

Currently listening to:: stop podcasting yourself

My latest DIY project:: Working on a Aquaponics project right now

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At 1:41pm on July 27, 2012, Jennifer said…: Howdy, Robert! Welcome to HOMEGROWN! My name is Jennifer, and I'm the flock tender here (site updater and tweaker, feeder and waterer of content, helper of Cornelia). I love it that you’ve just joined the HOMEGROWN crew and you’re already such a part of the community. Thanks for sharing that fantastic video. Anything else you want to share, please do! We’ve got a new photo gallery for gardening bragging rights called Hey, I Grew That! and we’d love it if you kept us updated on your adventures in aquaponics by posting to our member blog, The Stew. It’s A-OK to re-post here if you’ve got an existing blog elsewhere.

You can always find the latest additions to the site at the very top of the homepage, and if you’ve got questions, don't hesitate to leave a comment on my profile page or email me at wehunt@farmaid.org. I’m so glad you found us and hope you feel right at home!

At 9:06am on August 1, 2012, Jennifer said…: Hi, Robert. Thanks for sharing the hand-pollination post and video. I made it today's Daily Bite (at the very top of the homepage). Fun!