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System Cycling Timeline on aquaponics
What's Happening
New systems need time for bacterial colony to establish
How to Fix It
- 1
Cycle 4-6 weeks before adding fish
- 2
System cycled when ammonia converts to nitrate within 24 hours
- 3
Ammonia and nitrite should be near 0 ppm
- 4
Nitrate levels should rise
How to Prevent It
Use fishless cycling method
Related Problems
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes system cycling timeline on my plant?
New systems need time for bacterial colony to establish
How do I fix system cycling timeline?
Cycle 4-6 weeks before adding fish. System cycled when ammonia converts to nitrate within 24 hours.
How do I prevent system cycling timeline from happening again?
Use fishless cycling method