Join the Science Mill staff on a virtual field trip exploring our amazing aquaponics greenhouse! Hear from our former staff biologist, Lisa, as she explains how the various systems work. Then, venture up to our Learning Lab with Emilee, our former STEM educator, to learn how to design your own hydroponic planter using items you may have around your house. To continue your at-home learning, download our Career Connections PDF, Emilee’s Hydroponic activity PDF, plus a bonus video on how to create your own at-home aquaponics system.
At Home DIY Aquaponics System
Take a virtual tour of our Greenhouse
Interests and Skill Sets
Gardening
Aquaculture
Agriculture
Business
Critical Thinking
Curious Nature
Multi-tasking
Detail-oriented
Analytical problem solver
Courses and Degree Programs
Agricultural Microbiology
Horticulture, Research Horticulturist
Aquaculture & Fisheries Science
Sustainable Food Systems
Phytopathology (Plant pathology)
Controlled Environment Engineer
Agricultural Scientist or Agricultural Engineer
Business Administration
Writing Prompts
1. Tell a story about a day in the life of a fish or plant in the aquaponics greenhouse.
2. Design a manual for building your own hydroponics or aquaponics system.
Jobs
Technician
Fish caretaker
Plant specialist
Engineer
Educator
Marketing
Business management
Aquaponics supply manufacturer
Business owner
Aquaponics or Hydroponics Video Links
