TY - GEN
T1 - Advancements in Aquaponic Systems
T2 - 4th International Conference on Biomass Utilization and Sustainable Energy, ICoBiomasSE 2024, held in conjunction with the Global Trends in Engineering, Science, and Technology Congress, GTEST 2024
AU - Abd Aziz, Mohd Aizudin
AU - Nik Mu’Tasim, Muhammad Ammar
AU - Wan Zainal, Wan Nurul Huda
AU - Bashari, Nur Amira Fatihah
AU - Hairunnaja, Muhammad Auni
AU - Ali, Mohd Faizal
AU - Md Isa, Khairuddin
AU - Saad, Saiful Azhar
AU - Miles, Nicholas J.
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
© The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2025.
PY - 2025
Y1 - 2025
N2 - Aquaponics, a sustainable farming method combining aquaculture and hydroponics, relies on aqua beds as integral components to support plant growth and nutrient cycling. This paper provides an in-depth exploration of aqua beds in aquaponic systems, covering their definition, types, functions, advantages, challenges, and future directions. Aqua beds, including floating raft beds and media-filled beds, facilitate the symbiotic relationship between fish and plants by providing a platform for nutrient uptake and promoting plant growth. Key considerations in aqua bed design and construction include material selection, sizing, and integration with other system components. Maintenance and management protocols are essential to ensure optimal system functionality and prevent imbalances or failures. While aqua beds offer numerous benefits such as enhanced productivity and reduced environmental impact, challenges such as initial investment costs and technical expertise requirements persist. However, ongoing research and development in aqua bed technology, including alternative substrates like carbonized rice husk and cocopeat, present promising avenues for innovation and sustainability in aquaponic farming. By addressing challenges and embracing innovations, aquaponic practitioners can maximize the potential of aqua beds to cultivate thriving ecosystems that promote food security and environmental resilience.
AB - Aquaponics, a sustainable farming method combining aquaculture and hydroponics, relies on aqua beds as integral components to support plant growth and nutrient cycling. This paper provides an in-depth exploration of aqua beds in aquaponic systems, covering their definition, types, functions, advantages, challenges, and future directions. Aqua beds, including floating raft beds and media-filled beds, facilitate the symbiotic relationship between fish and plants by providing a platform for nutrient uptake and promoting plant growth. Key considerations in aqua bed design and construction include material selection, sizing, and integration with other system components. Maintenance and management protocols are essential to ensure optimal system functionality and prevent imbalances or failures. While aqua beds offer numerous benefits such as enhanced productivity and reduced environmental impact, challenges such as initial investment costs and technical expertise requirements persist. However, ongoing research and development in aqua bed technology, including alternative substrates like carbonized rice husk and cocopeat, present promising avenues for innovation and sustainability in aquaponic farming. By addressing challenges and embracing innovations, aquaponic practitioners can maximize the potential of aqua beds to cultivate thriving ecosystems that promote food security and environmental resilience.
KW - Aqua beds
KW - Aquaponics
KW - Sustainability
UR - https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105009816696
U2 - 10.1007/978-981-96-3785-0_44
DO - 10.1007/978-981-96-3785-0_44
M3 - Conference contribution
AN - SCOPUS:105009816696
SN - 9789819637843
T3 - Green Energy and Technology
SP - 569
EP - 583
BT - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Biomass Utilization and Sustainable Energy; ICoBiomasSE 2024 - Sustainability Through Net Zero Emissions, Circular Economy, and Academia-Industry Collaboration
A2 - Ong, Hui Lin
A2 - Mohd Yusof, Siti Jamilah Hanim
A2 - Mohd Salleh, Noor Hasyierah
A2 - Kasim, Khairul Farihan
A2 - Abidin, Noor Shazliana Aizee
PB - Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
Y2 - 2 September 2024 through 3 September 2024
ER -
