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Aquaponics is a food production system that is a combination of aquaculture and hydroponics. In this episode, Kevin Childerley, owner of Santa Barbara Aquaponics\\xa0gives us a tour of his thriving aquaponics system located in a parking lot! Kevin\\xa0is growing a variety of leafy greens, tomatoes, and the prettiest heirloom lettuce\\xa0I\'ve ever seen (called Grandpa Admires). His organically produced\\xa0plants grow\\xa0in water that is fertilized by Channel Catfish.\\xa0\\xa0

The promise of Aquaponics is that a lot of food can be grown in urban areas or in places with little or no soil.\\xa0

Since the interview, Kevin has made some changes at Santa Barbara Aquaponics. He\'s making his own compost tea and is well on the way to making his own fish food. He\'s capturing rainwater onsite to use in the system and he\'s expanded his operation by\\xa0building more grow beds and a much larger pool for his beloved catfish.

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