Instead of buying a commercial aquaponics system, it’s much cheaper to DIY and a lot more fun. Done correctly, you’ll find that the system will function as well as other manufactured systems but can cost you as little as $50, or even less, to build.

In practically no time you’ll learn how to easily keep an aquaponic garden running, keep the fish growing, and care for the plants as well. After you have learned to effectively keep your aquarium garden running, you’ll be ready to consider upgrading to a higher quality system. The aforementioned systems are “beginners” systems to teach you what you need to know but nothing beats hands-on experience.

Best of all, this is a project you can do with your family and friends. Children and grownups alike will marvel at the cool aquaponics system you built with your own hands ( or maybe with a little help) and all will enjoy the fruits of your labor come harvest time.

If you’re going to raise fish for the supper table, it takes about 9 months to get up to plate-size, depending on the type of fish you grow. Tilapia is a big favorite right now but there are many other kinds. However, the type of fish and variety of plants and veggies you choose to grow is entirely up to you.

So now that you’ve learned some of what you need to know about building your own aquaponics system, it’s time for you to find a design and style that suits you best and get ‘er done!