How to Build an Aquaponic System - Chop & Flip IBC Build

Hi Folks. Have been asked MANY times over the past few years if I could post a clip on building a basic aquaponic system & have finally found the time to knock one together.
This is a basic aquaponic system made from a recycled IBC tank that would take the average handyman a day to build & set up. The beauty of this Chop & Flip system is that it can be added to over time, after you've gotten the bug & want to grow more tasty fish & veggies in your own backyard.
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The cost for this build was just under AUD $240 for the tank, pump & all the required plumbing which was bought from retail stores. It would work out a fair bit cheaper if bought from wholesalers & online stores.
The clay cost an extra AUD $150 but rock & other media would be a lot cheaper.
Quick links to parts of the build,
2:48 Stripping down the IBC
3:25 Cutting up the cage
4:05 Marking & cutting up the IBC
6:05 Setting up the fish tank & grow beds
11:00 Pump & plumbing into the grow bed
14:32 Bell siphon
20:20 Adding media to the grow bed
22:15 Pump flow rates & a look at a finished system
25:58 Fish stocking rates for this system
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[@RobsAquaponics]

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[@Selfsufficientme]

I don't have the aquaponic "bug" Rob but I always enjoy your videos and this was a stella tutorial on how to build a nice sized aquaponic system - especially for those who are just starting out. You've also given me a few other ideas of what I can use an IBC for at my place. Cheers :)

[@RobsAquaponics]

+Self Sufficient Me Thanks Mark. Have you ever looked into Duckponics? 😉 Cheers mate.

[@oliverevans2338]

Just amazing

[@shaneconroy485]

Quaquaponics? 😂​@@RobsAquaponics

[@RobsAquaponics]

@@shaneconroy485 Yep. Seen a few folks use them to raise veg. 😉😉

[@ericholmberg2963]

One of the best DYI videos I have ever seen. Thanks for helping make the world a better place.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hi Eric. Hope it gave you a few useful ideas mate. Cheers & have a top one mate. 👍 Rob

[@lydiaanderson3312]

@Hello Eric Holmberg, How are you doing?

[@ThousandYardStare]

Dear Rob, Thanks very much for this excellent instructional video. I picked up 3 ICB tanks a couple of months ago and haven't done anything with them yet so I really needed a step-by-step video so I didn't make any mistakes. I'll use the video every step of the construction to make my systems and I'm confident they will turn out well now - I'd have surely made a total arse of them if I'd gone into the project blind. I'm going to be using an air uplift for the 'pump' since I already have a decent sized outdoor air pump which should be cheaper to run compared to a pond pump (or three) but if that doesn't work I'll swap that for a submerged pump no worries. Keep up the good work and all the best for 2024. Regards, Richard

[@jessicaevans7451]

How did it come out?

[@pondguru]

@@jessicaevans7451 (my other channel) I haven't built it yet - it's still pretty much Winter here so there has been no rush. I've been concentrating on my greenhouse with tomatoes, peppers and sweetcorn growing on there and also on the main garden with a nation of onions and garlic which are doing great. I'll get around to making the aquaponics set up and it will be mostly solar powered - I'll upload any videos to my Thousand Yard Stare channel.

[@Ihaveausernametoo]

Thanks Rob. You've become a competent and wise source of info on aquaponics. I re-visit you often. You seem like a humble person too. Thank you.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks IHAYNT. 👍 Hope to be doing a load more once we get the house sorted out. Cheers & happy growing. 🐟🌱

[@ryanschaefer4847]

I think I just found my primary channel stop for aquaponics

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad the clips are helping you out some Ryan. Cheers & all the best mate. 👍👍

[@ryanschaefer4847]

@@RobsAquaponics whoa! Appreciate the reply Rob ^_^ Keep being awesome and helping us learn along the way

[@helives2630]

We've had an ibc waiting in the yard for months, this vid is exactly what we've needed to get going. Thanks from the United States. P.S., love the channel and will be sharing your knowledge in the community to help others get started.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one. 👍 Hope the build goes smoothly for you & thanks for sharing the love. 🙂 Cheers & all the best, Rob

[@helives2630]

Any thoughts on using lava rock as grow media? Obtained a pile of the stuff for free and considering using it.

[@RobsAquaponics]

We call it scoria here & a lot of folks use it. 👍 Just make sure that it's natural & nut dyed as that could cause issues.

[@helives2630]

Great, thank you for the advice! Wish I could share pics of our project as it unfolds.

[@jamesbarnes8061]

Rob Bob's Aquaponics & Backyard Farm I know this os years later but would maybe around the siphon port putting charcoal to filter water as well ?

[@jonsimas7972]

I've found you for a reason. Thank you. I'm a lone wolf who grows everything in soil but I got turtles and am setting up.thos system. Thanks for your good service. I hope you have great harvest and your families are full and happy

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one Jon. 👍 I have supporters that grows with them. Here's their channel if you wanted to check it out, kzbin.info/door/Bq3YgZQwARKpRGI45bxTwA Hope the system grows well for you.

[@southwestsearch]

What I really like about this setup is the readymade pallet for moving. Not to mention the square/rectangular shape to form rows.

[@nedkelly22]

Hey Rob, Finally took the plunge today and started my first aquaponics system. Using your design as per this Chop and Flip IBC Build. Your instructions are very clear and easy to follow. Many thanks for the work that you do with these vids.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one Ned & hope the build went smoothly for you mate. What sort of fish will you be adding once it all running ? Cheers mate.

[@ehiozejames3032]

Hello I was wondering how did you like the system. It seems really functional and easy

[@nephron1896]

Rob, I've thoroughly enjoyed your video presentations, and in particular the various tid-bits of clarification, thrown in for good measure, to ensure that others just might be able to avoid all the inherent "drama", involved in such projects. Thanks!!!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad to hear you found the clip useful David. 👍 Are you just starting out in Aquaponics?

[@lydiaanderson3312]

@Hello Nephron, How are you doing?

[@rosebud6395]

Best and easiest way for us to set up our first small aquaponics system before we go larger. Thank you so much Rob. Helped us heaps! 👍🏼

[@RobsAquaponics]

Am glad I could help some Rose Bud. 👍 Hope the build goes smoothly for you. 🐟🥦🌱

[@tinaknutsen]

Love this! Currently looking to relocate, so once our family gets situated I want to try this. I currently have a small greenhouse and I have never tried aquaponics because I thought it would be costly and hard to set up. I really appreciate you taking the time to go through the process. Saved and on my wish list!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one Tina. Will have a few more aquaponic clips coming soon that may help beginners out. Cheers & hope the build goes smoothly for you.

[@jeanettewaverly2590]

Wow! That's a ton of excellent info. My brain is full, now. Thank you!

[@RobsAquaponics]

+Jeanette Waverly Hope it helps in some way Jeanette 👍 All the best.

[@archangel20031]

Keeping it on the plastic pallet keeps the metal from getting soaked by wet soil and keeps everything aligned, and secure for future moving should it be needed.

[@clarkracca3487]

Dear Mr. Rob just want to thank you for your videos regarding aquaphonics. I learned a lot from your videos... God bless you and more power...

[@RobsAquaponics]

Am glad they've helped you out in some way mate. 👍 Thanks Clark and all the best to you and yours.

[@alancurtis7433]

Great video, I'm setting up my own system and this is the only video I found that explains every part of the process. Thanks!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope the build goes well for you Alan. Cheers mate & happy growing. 👍

[@CaddyWhumpusGamer]

I think This is the best video I have found so far on building a system like this. Thank You for making it. Liked and subbed. Keep up the good work.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad it helped some CWG. have a top one.

[@OneYardRevolution]

Excellent how to and very cool build, Rob!

[@RobsAquaponics]

+OneYardRevolution | Frugal & Sustainable Organic Gardening Thanks Patrick. Think it's the most involved clip I've made I think & took a few weeks of spare time to knock up. Cheers mate & all the best.

[@petrosstefanis6234]

Hi Rob I have done it all except for the bell siphon. (I need to get over to the local plumbers supply store for the bits). Your bell siphon vid makes it easy, thanks mate! Keep up the good work champ.

[@petrosstefanis6234]

Easy DIY Aquaponics thank you

[@RobsAquaponics]

Easy DIY aquaponics are spammers just to let you know Peter.

[@petrosstefanis6234]

thanks for the heads up Rob. I didn't know.

[@nigeloldridge7994]

Thx so much for sharing, this information. I'm about to start my own build in my back yard. Cheers

[@uprightfossil6673]

I started aquaponics in 2011. I have since given up meat because of my health. My animals enjoy the meat, I save money on their food and vegetables grow faster this way. Win, Win, Win. Thanks for the ideas

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad I could help with a few ideas Robert. Cheers & happy growing.

[@kylechamberlain828]

So after researching this topics for many months, I would like to thank Rob. This video was exactly what i needed to get my system up and running. From start to finish it took me 2 1/2 hours. Rob your advice and help in this video is easy to follow and even easier to achieve. When I tested the system, no media just water, the bell siphon worked first go. So now it is time to set the tank up in its final location and get growing Thank again Rob!!

[@RobsAquaponics]

That's great to hear Kyle 👍😊 Hope the system grows you some tasty veggies mate. Are you going to be stocking table fish in there ? Cheers

[@kylechamberlain828]

Going to start with silver perch as they seem to be a hardy type fish and hopefully in 6-8 months we will be feasting on fresh homegrown fish and salad.I will be working the system for 12 months to test it all out. After this I will hopefully have worked out all the quirks and expand the system.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Silvers can take up to 2 years to come to size depending on climate & feed rates. Have seen some folks sell advanced ones though which may help you out some. 👍

[@Oldman880]

Kyle Chamberlain h

[@brettmagnuson8318]

How’s it going with your system? I’m interested and curious about the long term!

[@bryanst.martin7134]

"If you give a man a fish, he will eat for a day. If you teach a man to fish, he can eat for life" J.C. And Rob takes it up and teaches how to raise fish and food for many.

[@lydiaanderson3312]

@Hello Bryan St Martin, How are you doing?

[@sokka7651]

This is the best and most in depth diy I have ever seen and I’m totally going to be able to build one thanks to this.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Am glad it's helped some Squiggles. 👍

[@kennethkessler127]

Been searching the web for a couple days to find a video like this. Thank you very much. Very informative and concise.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad you found it useful Kenneth. Just released a page that includes parts list for this build & the required components if that helps any. www.bitsouttheback.com/chop-and-flip-aquaponic-system Cheers & happy building.

[@lifeinthailand]

The hardest part of this would be finding all the bits and pieces needed, The build its self looks very easy. Nice job on the video, I am sure this well help a lot of people. Maybe someone should put a kit together to sell, Then all you would need is the IBC, Pump, parts kit and media to fill the bed....

[@RobsAquaponics]

+lifeinthailand Thanks Paul. You can get kits here but like most things it's far cheaper to do it yourself. Let me know if you want to have a crack. Have sent over a bit of gear over to Thailand & Cambodia. Works out cheaper than getting it delivered from North America a few expats have told me ;) Cheers mate.

[@RobsAquaponics]

+Anne Have had a few folks ask so might try & work something out. Are you in SE Queensland?

[@RobsAquaponics]

Have had a few request so it might be something I add to the list of goods we sell in our blog store 👍 Will post a clip once it happens but I wouldn't hold your breath 😉 Cheers.

[@danielpeters2327]

Hi Rob Bob's, I have recently moved to Brisbane and very new to Aquaponics, I was going to enrol in the Murray Hallam course but figured after watching your videos that I should just dive in and get my hands dirty. I have watched this video a few times and I am starting to put together a shopping list required to do this build. I was just wondering (A few things) if a complete list exists for this build already? Also if this build is still current based upon your learning over the past few years since making this video. I am based up in Strathpine and would love to rack your brain over some beers sometime!

[@haydenplaydoh]

Hey Rob, love all of your videos. very informative! you wouldnt happen to have a parts list for this build?

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad you enjoyed it Hayden. I haven't got one laid out sorry but will be adding one to the page on the new website once I finish setting it up. Are you an Aussie? If not, you should be able to get most of the pats mentioned in most countries. The hose & irrigation fittings should be available in most well stocked hardware or irrigation supply stores. The PVC fittings for the bell siphon are laid out in that clip if it helps, ► kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5KUc4R8icZ6bcU It will probably be too late for you but will be letting folks know once the site is up & running in a clip posted to the channel. Cheers mate.

[@shawn4900]

Rob these are some amazing backyard aquaponics systems. You sure have a lot of experience and knowledge. Thanks for all you do to inform all of us on this sustainability. Cheers from Cda 🇨🇦

[@RobsAquaponics]

No problem Shawn. Have you had a crack at making your own? Cheers.

[@solidangel2006]

Much appreciate sharing your passion and offering us the chance to learn from your experience mate 👍Much peace and love from Germany

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks George. 👍 Cheers mate & have a top one.

[@beesbuzz-2023]

Hi Bob. What size of pump are you using here? Tks and Congrats

[@RobsAquaponics]

Had to re watch it myself as I'd forgotten. Is a 3000lph jobbie. You can see it at 11:15 Cheers.

[@lydiaanderson3312]

@Hello Julio Silva, How are you doing?

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks for watching folks & don't forget to click the subscribe button if you enjoyed the video. 🐟🐟 Share the clip around with family & friends if you think they'll enjoy it too. 👍 Cheers all & have a top one. 😊

[@RobsAquaponics]

The rain can mess with the pH + will dilute the nutrient level if the system is left to overflow. Cheers.

[@santeshrajkumar1922]

Hi Rob Thanks for the awesome videos I'm working on starting a little one at home for the kids so I'll let you know how it's going thanks a million take care

[@Teratoma.that.speaks]

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[@BetterDeadThanRed99]

I finally got started chopping and flipping :) VERY excited! I have everything I need (will be switching from synthetic to an amino acid based iron chelate eventually). I have a pH meter, EC meter, testing reagents, the works!!! I set up a 32ft camper in an east-west orientation with the doors facing south. I constructed a large timber greenhouse on the south side and installed a wood burning stove. I just harvested my first Del Monte pineapples last summer and I even have some Dragonfruit growing in zone 5. I can't wait to get this thing all put together! Having a four season greenhouse in zone 5 is a MUST HAVE for aquaponics! I'll never need to winterize the system. Anyway - if it wasn't for you and Hallam, I wouldn't even have a greenhouse in the first place! So I just want to say thank you. You've been my inspiration :)

[@vermarjdtoursandadventures]

Thank you for sharing this video

[@wobba79]

I love going back through your old content. You really do make excellent content mate. Much appreciated.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Warren again Warren. 👍 Cheers mate.

[@someutubchannel69]

This should be mandatory to learn at high school! Your setup is awesome Thanks for sharing!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad you think so Antonn. Cheers mate.

[@speedbuggy16v]

Nice setup, very well, thought out, ut one point on the IBC totes, they do degrade in sunlight so paint or some other coating is important. I live in a more northern climate so until I build a greenhouse no fish for me. My system is very similar only the bottom is merely a tank for manure tea. Mine also uses potting soil, using a bell siphon and media like you are doing may well be a latter addition. As it is my intent is to simply install a timer on a pump to water on a schedule. I am not sure which is a better idea, but thank you for your video, as it gives me further ideas!

[@bxboricua4177]

You're awesome at what you do and maybe even better at teaching it. Thanks for all the knowledge!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks BX. 👍👍 Cheers & happy growing.

[@wecan7645]

Great videos. Love all your little tips like grinding off the edges and not cutting all the way through the tanks.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad you like them WeCan. 👍 Hope the build goes smoothly for you f you have a crack at a system.

[@russwoodward8251]

Rob Bob, you are absolutely the best. Thank you!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Cheers Russ. 👍😁

[@justglenng]

I was introduced into the aquaponic culture 4 years ago from a random link. Since then I have enjoyed three successful Harvest seasons and have tweaked my system to perfection. Even knowing what I know already I have to say this is by far the best presentation of an aquaponic system I have ever seen . I only wish I came across your Channel 4 years ago. New subscriber

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hi Glenn & thanks mate. 👍 Are you here in Australia? Cheers mate & happy growing.

[@justglenng]

Rob Bob's Backyard Farm & Aquaponics. Upstate New York.....the most fertile soil in the North Eastern United States and I am growing food in pea gravel..can't make this stuff up 😁

[@RobsAquaponics]

😃 Whatever works best for you mate + at lest you get a few fish for the table with AP. 👍 Cheers

[@timsbitsca]

Thanks Mate, Started my first unit today, cut and setting up, Philippines.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope the build went smoothly mate. Cheers Noel.

[@leonardotorrealba6406]

perfect, very well explained and from her we can make any modifications we want according with what materials we can find

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Leonardo. Hope the build goes well for you if you have a crack at your own system. Cheers. Rob

[@sarunakarmi4814]

Hi Rob, Thank you so much for the wonderful Video. The most detailed and explained. Also glad, that you are in Aus.

[@RobsAquaponics]

No problem Saru. Hope the clips give you a few useful ideas you can use on your own build at some point. Cheers.

[@skepticalme9501]

I wish I’d seen this before i bought the totes I have. Didn’t even think about the top not having a cap. Glad to find this information

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope the build went smoothly SM.

[@NotoriousPyro]

This guy is a bloody genius.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Not sure bout that mate. 🤔 Cheers mate & have a top one.

[@deakemarschall2992]

Proper job mate. Outstandingly clear and detailed tutorial. If everybody made their videos this clear, we'd all save time and money with our projects.

[@RobsAquaponics]

+DW Marschall Thanks DW. Hope it';s given you a few ideas to play with mate. Cheers.

[@greensgillsgreenhouse-g3868]

Another great video. I really like how you explain everything and fast forward thru the build to keep it interesting. I don't know how you can switch back and forth between metric and US measurements so easily, but that is helpful. Thanks

[@RobsAquaponics]

+Greens&Gills Greenhouse - G3 I grew up hearing dad work in imperial at his factory so measurements aren't that hard. Volumes still get me though ;-) Glad you liked the clip. Cheers.

[@ahmedhalim3699]

WOW, how practical you are !! Amazing. many thanks for sharing the knowledge. i am going to start it up very soon eagerly.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one Ahmed. Hope you enjoy the build & happy growing. 🌱🌱

[@tim86egan]

Hi Rob, have watched this video about 10 times and today went and bought an ibc and all the plumbing to build one like this one. Planning on having Marron and not sure what sort of fish yet. Thanks heaps for all the info, it has been heaps helpful.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one Timmy. Hope the build came together without a hitch. Cheers & happy growing.

[@randomramdom8704]

Thanks Rob cut one up in the weekend very easy to follow your instructions,Just waiting on pump and plumbing cant wait to have it up and running Thanks heaps,Rodd nz

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hey Rod. How did the build go for you mate? Cheers & have a top one.

[@keithblakely6330]

Great explanation, you demystify and speak in laymen's language, well done, I am on my way to starting my Aquaponics system thanks to you :)

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope the build goes well for you Keith. 👍

[@LolitasGarden]

Thanks Rob. This is very helpful. The wife has been asking for one of these. You're a lifesaver, matey.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Still hoping you have a crack at one Ian as I'd like to see what you come up with 😉

[@billjonesjr8718]

Thanks a lot for taking the time!

[@RobsAquaponics]

No problem Bill.👍👍 Cheers mate & happy growing.

[@kandlbinder]

Hi Rob Thanks for the practical and informative clip on starting in aquaponics. Have just completed my first chop and flip following your lead and all is going well. The plan is to add more grow beds and to convert my old garden beds into wicking ones all in good time. I have found you instructions clear and easy to follow and I know where I'll be coming for information when the time for expansion comes. Regards Konrad Newcastle NSW

[@RobsAquaponics]

Konrad Kandlbinder Is great to hear the clips have helped you out some Konrad. What fish are you looking at using in the system? Cheers & happy growing. 🐟🌱🌱

[@kandlbinder]

Going to start with gold fish because as the system grows it will probably become a sump tank. I'll add a tank with fish for harvesting when I become more confidant all is under control.

[@rukshanthajanaka9470]

Rob this is lots of knowledge, thank you.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Cheers again mate. 👍👍😊

[@Mike4spirit]

let me warn you that this is how it starts. just a simple IBC system, then the addiction kicks in and you have to build more,and more and more! I love it!

[@RobsAquaponics]

+Mike4spirit 😃 I started with a basic flood & drain barrel system & it all grew from there. 😉 Cheers Mike.

[@MediaWhored]

Great video ! I have had the honor / misfortune of teaching my brother firefighters. Its like a room full of MacGyvers with a little bit of an Alpha thrown in for good measure, and over the years have mastered KISS or Keep It Simple Son. YOU have nailed it in this, and most of your Videos.... You appear to be as proficient in Instruction as you are in Aquaponics. Pat your self on the back, and good on Ya !!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hi Mate & thanks. 👍 I try to make it easy enough for my 13 y/o self to understand if that makes sense. All the best to you & your crew MediaHorde.

[@Wilksy01]

Really good video! level headed and precise build instructions. Just about to start my first IBC system and you taught me so much, Thank you .

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one Wilksy01. Hope the build went well mate. 👍 Cheers & happy growing. 🌱🌱

[@kenfarley957]

I did one of these in 2011 and it has been running ever since. I have 2 plecostomus to handle the algae and use a pond filter to take care of the solids.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one CG 👍 Mum has said that she's getting a bit of solids build up in her bed. I think it may need a bit of a clean out before we add on the rest of the beds, filter & tanks. Cheers mate.

[@jianlin2471]

Thanks for your sharing. I am interesting set one up in my back yard now!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one Jian Lin. Hope the build went well for you.

[@68bwild]

Great video Rob. I'm making a list of parts and I'll be into it tomorrow. cheers

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope the build goes well Brendan. Cheers.

[@babyjanepad2596]

We did our first chop and flip. So far doing great! Waiting for our fish to arrive, but rest of system is up and running!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one D&M. 👍 Cheers & happy growing folks.

[@jonnyshovan609]

For sure one of the best info videos ive seen!! Thank you for this!!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope it's given you a few ideas to play with Jonny. Cheers mate.

[@AlbertaUrbanGarden]

excellent video on building this system!!

[@RobsAquaponics]

+Alberta Urban Garden Simple Organic and Sustainable Thanks Stephen. Cheers mate.

[@DavidMorales-nomadtec]

Definitely a lot of great information. I could have improved my system by watching this FIRST! I'll just have to make some changes now. I could have probably saved myself the drama of the big fish die-off that I had a week ago too! Live and learn. Thanks for the video! Loved it!

[@RobsAquaponics]

+David Morales Hi David & am glad it's helped in some way mate 👍 Sorry about the die off. Do you know what caused it?

[@DavidMorales-nomadtec]

I'm still not sure. Killed everything except for 7 goldfish. I won't introduce any new fish until I find out.

[@RobsAquaponics]

+David Morales Have you added the new fish yet mate ?

[@DavidMorales-nomadtec]

No, not yet. I still have a few, about seven, goldfish that have survived, but I am making some changes to my aquaponics system. I'm going to wait until I am all finished with them. In the mean time, I've been using the tank water to feed my container gardens. No waste here!

[@catslife5501]

As always, we enjoyed the video and the info. That perennial basil is looking good! Cheers - Brian & Sandra

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Brian & Sandra. Have trimmed that plant right back but I think it will survive Winter OK in that spot. Cheers & all the best to you both. Rob.

[@LoveNatureforabettertomorrow]

Thanks Rob for a very detailed tutorial 😊

[@RobsAquaponics]

No problem & hope the build goes well for you. Cheers.

[@ianreynolds9365]

Way cool. Thanks for taking the time sharing your expertise!

[@RobsAquaponics]

No problem mate. Have a top one.

[@czar89031]

Hi Rob,. those IBC don't carry in Thailand i have to customise my fish pond under the ground for about 2 feet making it with a height of 4 feet high with a width of 10 feet & length of 20 feet, cement like a big bathtub with water mixed with air Venturri that is at the end of the fish pond, i have to experiment it for a while & study how the fish swim around it & outlet water cleaner to a double bio-filter,. your aquaponic is very informative, simple & works pretty excellent,. all i got to do is visit the fish pond every day write down on calendar chart how big they grow with a feeding 2 times a day,. thank you for sharing your video.

[@chukwow5738]

Cesar Caoili I’ve seen IBC for sell in Kalasin province. Hopefully in coming weekend I’ll go and look for them again. My worries are that they had some chemicals in them, same as the 150l drums I found. If you have a basin from cement to your fish, I strongly recommend to check the PH b4 setting up grow beds. You’ll most likely have to high PH to successfully grow plants. I’m prepping my next setup. In my previous house I had tomato and strawberries. Cheers mate

[@greenbeans2413]

learned a lot from your aquaponic system, plus it has no big drama.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Green Beans. Have a top one mate.

[@valeriepurcell5229]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! Thank you for sharing. Your gardens are INCREDIBLE! Jeepers! I wish I could get to that point! I must be doing something wrong. Im just starting aquaponics w/betta jars. I can get a seed or 2 to sprout in my rock wool & hydroton, then -poof! It’s dead! Never going to get fresh herbs or lettuce at this rate! Our betta jars were supposed to practice so I can build the system you build here IF I could successfully grow anything in betta jars.

[@RobsAquaponics]

I think you need to take the plunge & build a slightly larger system Valerie. The small betta fish just don't consume enough food to properly feed a plant unfortunately. I know a lot of folks post articles on them but it's just more a gimmick than a practical growing method. Hope you get to have a crack at a larger system soon.

[@valeriepurcell5229]

Thanks SO MUCH! Cheers!

[@jarheadfishing9181]

Seems simple. I have a pump already that was for my saltwater tank, but it's not running anymore. Thanks for the awesome info

[@RobsAquaponics]

No problem mate. Hope the build goes well for you. 👍 Cheers & happy growing. 🌱🌱

[@perryyingling4216]

Well done Rob!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Perry. Hope it gave you a few useful ideas. Cheers mate.

[@michaelwalling8281]

THAT was awesome. Brilliant presentation.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Michael. Have a top one. 👍

[@kiltmanm60]

Thank you very much! I feel like I learned a lot in a short period of time.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad it was helpful. Cheers & all the best.

[@jonathanpukallus274]

Finally setting up my IBC system and my local (large green) big-box store was out of 25mm bulkhead fittings, 20-25mm adaptor bushes and 20mm straight-to-male threaded adaptors. Not sure if it is going to upset flow rates too much, but I went with a 20mm bulkhead fitting and discovered, by happy coincidence, that the 20mm straight-to-female threaded adaptor fits straight onto the end of the bulkhead thread. I cut about 50mm off the bulkhead thread and threaded it into its own fixed, top nut and now two of the straight-to-female threaded adaptors connect my standpipe, to my bulkhead fitting, to my downpipe. Simple! And, as an added bonus, the 65mm Bell sits snuggly around the flange on the bulkhead fitting nut and locates it nicely. I just cut the legs 5mm longer to accommodate it.

[@AdamCraigOutdoors]

excellent walk through. made the system seem a lot less complex to the average folk. oh i mean me. Thanks for sharing!!

[@RobsAquaponics]

+Adam Craig Thanks Adam. Cheers & have a great one.

[@MicahJohns]

thanks for the video, plan on making a few of these myself

[@RobsAquaponics]

Have you had a crack at these yet Micah> If not, I hope the build goes well Mate. 👍 Cheers.

[@MicahJohns]

Rob Bob's Aquaponics & Backyard Farm not yet. I’m working on a big PVC system right now, gonna pick up the pump and stuff tomorrow. will post soon

[@kumadude1]

A slight tip to a problem I've experienced. Very often I have to lift the venturi cover ( hope that is correct) to get it draining properly. I had a thought that it is randomly lifting/floating, thus not working correctly. So, yesterday I put a rock on top for weight to prevent any lift.....it is now working consistently

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hey Kumadude. If it works, go with I say. It sounds like you have the drain pipe sloping slightly uphill from the downpipe in the bell siphon.

[@kumadude1]

Howdy Rob, you are correct, I stupidly cut the ibc centre support beam, thus it is at a slight angle. I also stupidly did not stick the base on solid flat base and thus every year or so I have to jack it up and stick some hardwood under to level it all out. After time the wood bugs and everything else perishes that wood base and I start again. Can't complain too much fishing is now great in the river behind my backyard, trout Murray cod and eel tail catfish.

[@t.papache2141]

Thank you man. I love your videos they are very easy to understand and follow. Thank you. Hope to build mine end of this year.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope the build goes well for you T.P. 👍 Cheers & have a top one.

[@Samt1958]

Man thank you! So much good info. I'm just getting started and you have answered so many questions. Thanks again Mate!

[@RobsAquaponics]

No problem at all 👍 Hope you have fun with the build. Cheers & all the best.

[@oilspeculatorhater]

Tremendous. Great narration too.

[@stevepurdon1902]

Thanks very much for your insights. This is a system I am setting up based off your videos. It will be set up at Medlow Bath in the blue mountains at 1050m above sea level.

[@stevepurdon1902]

Thought I could add photos 🙂

[@RobsAquaponics]

You can't here sorry Steve. Hopefully KZbin will allow folks to post pictures in the community tab in the future. Hope the build goes smoothly for you. Cheers.

[@sarahtompkins7187]

This is the best video I have found. I will also be purchasing your beginners guide also when we get started in the spring!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Sarah. Hope you find the guide just as helpful. I do have a playlist with some other tours that might help you out with some ideas. kzbin.info/aero/PLBcWprMIwYYgscZSEviNBv2TB03Ou5E3I Cheers & all the best with your build.

[@michaelz5474]

Thanks for the video, great job!

[@RobsAquaponics]

No Problem Michael. Cheers & have a top one.

[@williamgallaher1377]

Thank you for sharing. I am learning so much from you.

[@RobsAquaponics]

No problem William. Hope the build goes well for you if you have a crack at one. Cheers, Rob.

[@williamgallaher1377]

Rob Bob's Backyard Farm & Aquaponics Thank you.

[@OverGrowTheUk]

great video really enjoyed it will build one of the in the future for sure thanks for sharing!

[@RobsAquaponics]

+OverGrowTheUK No problem mate. Cheers.

[@laddeleon22]

awesome build my friend!! I plan on following your system! Thanks for the video

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks & hope you've found some of the other clips helpful. Cheers & all the best. Rob.

[@la_quinchita]

Wow, thank you so much for your channel!!!! This content is just amazing. Greetings from Nicaragua.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@thesmokinbuddhabbq]

Excellent Video and an epic beard might i add. I had a modified one of these at my old home but we moved about a year ago. Still have all the pieces and I think you inspired me to get it back up and working. Love your channel. Keep doing what you doing.

[@RobsAquaponics]

+jblah72 Hi there & thanks 👍 Hope the system goes well for you once it's up & running mate. Cheers.

[@ratinam32]

Thank you for sharing. really enjoyed the video Rob. very good information.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks mate & hope it helps you design your own aquaponic system. Chewers & all the best.

[@andrewtataj497]

Thank you. I'm about to select my pump, you gave me some excellent things to consider.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad I could help Andrew.

[@ladorna]

Thank you for this video. It was the best video and most detailed instruction video I have watched for building a starter IBC system. Very awesome! I feel like I can actually attempt this now.

[@RobsAquaponics]

I'm glad it has helped you out some Ladorna. Have you started to plan your first build? Cheers & all the best. Rob.

[@ladorna]

This winter I will work on getting it built and plumbed so that next spring I can be ready. This summer I made SIPS and grew tomatoes and spinach.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one Ladorna. We've grown some great veggies in our self watering beds. Cheers.

[@studiomoris4542]

Hi Rob, Congratutalation for this very well done video and thanks for all the informations it will be very helpful for my project in France. Cheers

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope the build went well Christian 👍 Cheers mate.

[@wayneosmand7652]

Really like your vids Rob, cant wait to get right into aquaponics, we move in a couple of weeks!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one Wayne. Whereabouts are you moving/moved too? Cheers.

[@moneemaziz]

انت رائع وخلوق تمنيت ان يكون في بلادي مئة رجل مثلك , بارك الله فيك .

[@RobsAquaponics]

مرحبا. آمل أن يساعد الفيديو في منحك بعض الأفكار المفيدة. شكرا وتمتع بيوم جيد. (google translate) Hi. I hope the video helped give you a few useful ideas. Thanks & have a great day.

[@ukaquaponics4507]

Great video. Been very helpful in my planning for my system. Thanks

[@RobsAquaponics]

Have fun with the build UK AP. 👍 Cheers.

[@brettoberry3586]

Excellent instructional video! Thank you for sharing.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Glad it was helpful Brett. Hope the build goes smoothly for you when the time comes.

[@hazeradin21]

Thanks. Easy to follow and understand! Cheers mate.

[@RobsAquaponics]

👍 Have a top one.

[@punty686]

I’ve started my own backyard system and it was a hit. I’ve shared a few vids on my channel

[@RobsAquaponics]

I couldn't see them there sorry mate.

[@punty686]

Rob Bob's Aquaponics & Backyard Farm. Here the link, not sure if the helps. Let me know what you think. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJXPl4eFlMl9hZI

[@fatboy117]

Hi thx for this video this is a great tutorial. It's been like 3 years I've been researching on and off . This definitely a great beginner tutorial . For new viewers they should check out how a spiral is made ( to prevent clogging up of media bed) and how to make bell siphon that breaks . But thx for the video I saw this video years back, now thatI have better knowledge. This is an A grade video.

[@RobsAquaponics]

I'm glad it's helped you some Hanen. Cheers mate.

[@MarcInCanada]

thank you - amazingly well done!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Marc. Cheers mate.