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Our Monthly Webinar For April Is “Training The Next Generation of Aquaponic Farmers” From Researcher Sarah Milliken At The University of Greenwich, U.K.

Ms. Milliken will introduce an open access aquaponics curriculum, Aqu@teach, specifically developed for college students with a focus on entrepreneurial and transferable skills

The Webinar Will Take Place Live, Saturday,

April 17 From 11 am To 12 pm EST And Feature A Live Q&A.

Click Below To Register:

REGISTER: Training the Next Generation of Aquaponic Farmers

Ms. Milliken will introduce an open access aquaponics curriculum, Aqu@teach, specifically developed for college students with a focus on entrepreneurial and transferable skills. As soilless food production technologies become increasingly important in light of climate change and the threat of food insecurity, there is an urgent need to provide an appropriately trained workforce.

The Webinar is free to the public during the live broadcast. The Webinar will remain available for free, in perpetuity, to all Aquaponics Association Members in the Member’s Area of our Community Site.

Special thanks to Ed "Aqua-Eddie" Tivnan, Association Director of STEM Aquaponics, for organizing the webinar.

Hope to see you there!


Brian Filipowich, Chairman
Aquaponics Association

The Aquaponics Association

1240 Evarts Street, NE

Washington, DC 20018

community@aquaponicsassociation.org

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Aquaponics AI Releases New Video Series ‘People of Aquaponics’ Connecting With The Movers and Shakers of The Aquaponic and Aquaculture Industry.

The People of Aquaponics series is highlighting the movers and shakers in the industry

Aquaponics AI​ is a social-impact aquaponic technology company powering the heroes of next-gen aquaponic food production. Their recently released video series, ​People of Aquaponics​, aims to validate the rapidly growing aquaponic community by connecting with awesome people, doing amazing things globally with aquaponics and aquaculture.

“I’m personally inspired by the aquaponic community. You are a unique group of people with an underlying vibe for social impact and caring for people and the planet. Of course, aquaponics is an impactful avenue, but the people behind all of this, that’s who I’m excited to connect with and share with the community through this series “said Daniel Robards, co-founder, and CBDO.

The People of Aquaponics series is highlighting such movers and shakers in the industry. Some interviews so far include a professor who was trialing aquaponics 40 years ago, a researcher discussing her work with microorganisms and bacterial communities, as well as a business training persons with disabilities within their, grow space; that happens to be hosted in a brewery.

Jump in and watch the series on ​Aquaponics AI’s Youtube page​!

About Aquaponics AI

Aquaponics AI is the leading provider of cloud-based aquaponics software. A data and intelligence-driven approach to growing with Aquaponics enable small and large farms to simplify data, understand their system and become better growers. With Aquaponics AI, growers can leverage key data insights to increase overall success and impact. For more information visit ​aquaponics.ai or email ​connect@aquaponics.ai​.

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Aquaponics Letter To The Biden-Harris Transition Team

In the Letter, the Aquaponics Association requests that the incoming Administration consider three actions to support the growth of aquaponics

January 7, 2021

The Aquaponics Association has sent a letter to the Leadership of the Biden-Harris Transition team for the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Commerce.

View the Aquaponics Letter to the Biden-Harris Transition

In the Letter, the Aquaponics Association requests that the incoming Administration consider three actions to support the growth of aquaponics: 1) fully establish the USDA Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production; 2) recognize new and emerging food production systems, such as aquaponics systems, as critical suppliers of food; and 3) ensure that aquaponics remains eligible for USDA Organic Certification.

Aquaponics will further establish the United States as a leader in sustainable agriculture and build a better future for generations to come.


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October 16th to 18th - Awesome Features of The First ONLINE Aquaponic Conference

We want this conference to maximize your connection and engagement with other attendees. We're featuring both live and recorded speakers and by reserving a ticket you can access all these recordings until the end of the year!

Interactive Sessions, Networking &

industry Experts Sharing Exciting Developments

In The World of Aquaponics

You're not going to want to miss this.

We want this conference to maximize your connection and engagement with other attendees. We're featuring both live and recorded speakers and by reserving a ticket you can access all these recordings until the end of the year!

You'll find sessions ranging from aquaponics in prisons, experts in decoupled aquaponics, STEM educators, and international discussion panels!

Get a greater understanding of this rapidly evolving industry and connect with the experts today.

Reserve Your Ticket ›

The Aquaponics Association

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Cultivating The Future Starts Next Friday!

The 2020 Aquaponics Conference, Cultivating the Future, starts next Friday, October 16. This year, you don't need plane tickets or a hotel room!

Hello Aquaponics World,

The 2020 Aquaponics Conference, Cultivating the Future, starts next Friday, October 16. This year, you don't need plane tickets or a hotel room!


The Conference features OVER EIGHTY SESSIONS including talks, panel discussions, virtual tours, breakout discussions, and more! Dr. Wilson Lennard, (pictured above) will join us live from Australia on Friday night to discuss the state of aquaponics research! Check out all three days of schedules:

Friday Agenda

Saturday Agenda

Sunday Agenda

Are you a K-12 teacher, home grower, or part of a small business or small farm? You may be eligible for STEM / Community Super-Saver Discount Tix!

Learn more:

STEM / Community Ticket Info

All Conference tickets include:

  • Access to all content in all four Learning Tracks – STEM Education, Commercial, Community, and Research

  • Access to 100% of conference video files online through the end of 2020

  • Access to all conference slide presentation files through the end of 2020

  • Access to Aquaponics Virtual Vendors featuring the best products and services in the aquaponics industry

  • Access to Direct Messaging, Breakout Discussions, Chat Rooms, Live Polls, and Virtual Cocktail Hour to interact with growers from around the world!

  • Ability to ask LIVE QUESTIONS to Aquaponics Experts!

We hope to see you there so we can advance aquaponics together!

Brian Filipowich, Chairman

Aquaponics Association

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Conference Schedule; See All 80 Sessions!

The Conference features OVER EIGHTY SESSIONS from October 16-18. Brunno (pictured above) will be helping us unlock all that iron in our aquaponic water!

Hello Aquaponics World,

We are so excited to publish our Agenda for The 2020 Aquaponics Conference, Cultivating the Future! The Conference features OVER EIGHTY SESSIONS from October 16-18. Brunno (pictured above) will be helping us unlock all that iron in our aquaponic water! Read more:

Friday Agenda

Saturday Agenda

Sunday Agenda

Early Bird Tix are only $149 and expire October 2, save $100!

Early Bird Tickets

Are you a K-12 teacher, home grower, or part of a small business or small farm? You may be eligible for STEM / Community Super-Saver Discount Tix! Learn more:

STEM / Community Ticket Info

All Conference tickets include:

  • Access to all content in all four Learning Tracks – STEM Education, Commercial, Community, and Research

  • Access to 100% of conference video files online through the end of 2020

  • Access to all conference slide presentation files through the end of 2020

  • Access to Aquaponics Virtual Vendors featuring the best products and services in the aquaponics industry

  • Access to Direct Messaging, Chat Rooms, Live Polls, and Virtual Cocktail Hour to interact with growers from around the world!

  • Ability to ask LIVE QUESTIONS to Aquaponics Experts!

We hope to see you there so we can advance aquaponics together!

Brian Filipowich, Chairman

Aquaponics Association

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Aquaponics Association Presenting The 2020 Aquaponics Conference, "Cultivating the Future", Online Oct. 16-18

The theme, "Cultivating the Future", signifies that the Conference will explore our Vision for the next generation of aquaponics. Live Panel Discussions will convene experts in all fields of aquaponics to discuss overcoming the roadblocks to more aquaponic growing

The Aquaponics Association is presenting The 2020 Aquaponics Conference, "Cultivating the Future", October 16-18, to connect growers from around the world and expand the practice of aquaponics.

Conference Website: https://aquaponicsconference.org/


The theme, "Cultivating the Future", signifies that the Conference will explore our Vision for the next generation of aquaponics. Live Panel Discussions will convene experts in all fields of aquaponics to discuss overcoming the roadblocks to more aquaponic growing.

The Conference will feature four Learning Tracks: Aquaponics in STEM Education; Community Aquaponics; Aquaponics Research; and Commercial Aquaponics. The Conference will feature over 50 sessions including Instructional Lessons; Virtual Tours; Live Panel Discussions; Live Q&A Sessions; Guest Breakout Discussions; Keynote Presentations; and even "Virtual Cocktail Hour"!

The Conference will be held on the Run The World virtual events platform. This interactive platform features live sessions; live breakout discussions, direct messaging, and group chats between all attendees; and live speaker polls so that guests can actively participate in the Conference.

Early Bird tickets are only $149 for the full three-day conference - $100 savings. The ticket includes access to recordings of all conference content and all-conference slide presentations through the end of 2020.

The Aquaponics Association is a nonprofit, Member-based organization that expands the practice of aquaponics through education, advocacy, and connection. The Conference will continue the Association's Mission of expanding the practice of aquaponics.

contact: Brian Filipowich

info@aquaponicsassociation.org

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