12d • General discussion
Using Worms in Aquaponics
Most aquaponics systems don’t fail because of the fish or the plants. They fail because of sludge.
Over time, solid waste builds up in your grow beds. It clogs roots, disrupts the biofilter, and slows down your water flow. Left alone, it throws the whole system out of balance.
One of the simplest ways to fix this is by adding red wiggler worms.
They break down the solid waste your system can’t handle on its own — uneaten food, fish poop, and general muck. In return, they produce 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭: a nutrient-rich material that feeds your plants and keeps your beds clean.
Adding worms means:
- Healthier roots
- Faster nutrient cycling
- Less maintenance over time
It’s an inexpensive, low-effort way to keep your aquaponics system running smoothly from the ground up.
If you haven’t added worms yet, it might be time.
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Using Worms in Aquaponics
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