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Since we first posted on the urban food revolution known as aquaponics, we've seen all kinds of systems for growing fish and vegetables in one, symbiotic relationship. A few, like the proposed Urban Aquaculture Center
and Friendly Aquaponics' farm in Hawaii, have been commercial-scale operations. But most practitioners seem more focused on small-scale, backyard aquaponics than anything else.
Nevertheless, there are those who are working to commercialize the idea. And, according to the video below at least, the experience of running small-scale backyard systems is crucial to developing a larger, commercial-scale operation.
Talking to Gina Cavaliero from Green Acres Organics, aquaponics expert Murray Hallam explores just what it takes to create a viable aquaponics business. From starting small and learning from your mistakes, to aiming for lower fish densities and focusing on vegetables, there are some important tidbits and video here: http://www.treehugger.com/green-food/how-run-commercial-aquaponics-system-video.html
