The combination of aquaculture (fish farming) and hydroponics (growing plants in water) can lead to a holistic and sustainable method of plant and fish growth, that uses approximately 90% less water than traditional agricultural methods. It needs no artificial or chemical based additives such as fertilizer, but still provides impressive yields year-on-year.

Taking its cue from natural ecosystems, aquaponics aims to mimic nature rather than fight against it, and offers an additional benefit of providing you with both fish and vegetables, fruits or herbs.

The project is looking for sponsors for show models to introduce this systems to Japanese families and farmers.

More Information:

Blog: http://blog.kms-japan.com/?cid=1758

Websites: http://www.japanaquaponics.com/ ; http://urbanfarmers.ch/

This project will set an example of what private and corporate sponsored projects can do compared to slow moving government projects. A special “ShaDan-Houjin” Organization has been put up to build and operate this project; high media coverage is expected. They are planning to have 80% of the park’s employment filled by handicapped, and socially “disadvantaged” people suggested by the Halo Work program of the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Labor.

They are looking for corporate sponsors for a wooden two story building, 10mx24m,
1st Floor; wood oven bakery, shop for home-grown vegetables and home-made gelato
2nd Floor; Family Cafe/Restaurant

Mr. HP Kappeler will propose “Swiss Building Components” technology, but they need support and sponsorship.
Aquaponics and other Swiss Farm technology proposals are welcome too.

More Information:

Tohoku Revival Project; Roku6, Sendai

Blog: http://blog.kms-japan.com/?cid=1758