AQUAPONICS

Hi all

I have been having a good result with my aquaponics.
however the trout we had, have not been survived the 40 degree temps they have died but we put them in the freezer to feed to the other fish (which are Baramundy) when they get bigger.
we are currently growing lettuces, tomatoes, corn, celery, onions, chives, bazel some of which has not appreciated this heat wave but they are still all surving.

For those who don't know what aquaphonics is it is where you have a tank with fish in it and you pump the water up to the growbeds that have the plants in and the plants filter the water and gravity feeds the water back into the fish clean & air rated the plants grow quicker and without sprays or pestisides. They are total organicly grown because any type of spray will kill the fish.
The lettuces will be ready to harvest in 4 weeks. herbs are ready in the same time.

For any one who wants to come and see our garden or would like more information contact
Denise Blackmore on 82851738

Nigel's tips

Hi

Don't forget that after buying the Just Juice 3L juice this week at Woolies, the containers can be used to store rice/wheat/small pasta afterwards.

We always find Salisbury Fruit Bowl on John St at Salisbury is great for cheap fruit and veg. The prices are very good. In particular you can usually find large bags of spuds for a very cheap price. When in season a 10kg bag of onions is only $5. Something to wait a bit for tho. Then after buying up big on fgruit and veg we pop into Rite Price, next door and find other great savings.

Nige

WHEAT GRINDER

Anyone interested in buying a new hand operated modern wheat grinder for $99.00 please contact me.

A sample one is available to try out
Keith

WANT TO JOIN STOREMORE?

To join STOREMORE and get weekly reminders to buy a bit of extra food and where to get great specials on things you can store. Just email storemore@iinet.net.au and say you want to be a part of it. Also add your ward/branch name so we can keep track.
You get great tips on food storage and we welcome your input too. Non members of the church are also welcome.
At any time to opt out or change your email address just send to the same place.

THE STAKE HEAT SEALER
the stake has a heat sealer which is made available for church members, P/H, R/S groups etc to package dry goods for storage. Stocks of Foil pouches ($6.10 for 10) and oxygen absorbers ($19.50 per pack 100) are available from us - just order by email or phone 8289 6742 and arrange to pick up.

WHAT'S THIS BLOG ALL ABOUT?
what we need is info from you re cheap places for meat, fruit and Veg, bulk honey, storage items etc which can be put up here for others to access
Also it is intended as a notice board for members if they have too much fruit they want to share or good ideas on growing things like the Blackmores and their fish or if you need something others may have.
remember the world can veiw this so we need to be mindful
THIS WILL NOT REPLACE YOUR WEEKLY EMAIL but is rather an additional place for you to go to if you choose to get and share info
feedback will be moderated for suitability
HELP in making this blog useful is welcome - any critisism will be considered lovingly.

20/23L storage tins for wheat etc are available from Coolchem -
ph 8283 0888 or can be ordered at sales@coolchem.com.au
pay on pick up - credit card facilities available
Currently we are taking expressions of interest while a large order can be placed to cut cost.
Small quantities are available to order but incur higher prices.
Plastic drums also available
Other sizes also available