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Biofilters in Aquaponics: What They Do and How to Build One on a Budget

Candy Alexander

Published on: 05/09/2026

Learn how an aquaponics biofilter works, when you need one, and how to build a cheap DIY biofilter that helps convert fish waste into plant-friendly nutrients.

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Does Aquaponics Smell? What It Really Means When It Does

Candy Alexander

Published on: 15/08/2026

Does aquaponics smell? A healthy system shouldn’t. Discover what causes fishy or rotten smells and how to keep your aquaponics system fresh.

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Dissolved Oxygen in Aquaponics: How to Prevent Oxygen Crashes

Candy Alexander

Published on: 03/07/2026

Learn why dissolved oxygen is essential in aquaponics, how heat, algae and overcrowding affect oxygen levels, and how aeration helps protect your fish, plants and bacteria.

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How to Dechlorinate Water for Aquaponics: Safe Top-Ups and Water Changes

Candy Alexander

Published on: 13/06/2026

Learn how to dechlorinate water for aquaponics safely using water conditioners, aeration and other methods that protect your fish and beneficial bacteria.

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