Matthias Zapletal produces lettuce, mustard green, herbs and and fish (tilapia) in his year-round aquaponic greenhouse in Prince George, B.C.
“Grown biological-organic in an aquaponic greenhouse. Based on the biological system no chemicals, synthetic fertilizers or pesticides can and will be used. The greenhouse is operated 12 month a year and is heated by solar and biomass. The system was built in 2010 with a test phase during winter2010/11. Full operation will be in the fall 2011. We will provide fresh and healthy vegetables locally grown for 12 month a year.”
Matthias was featured in a December 2011 broadcast on CKPG news, giving us a look inside his facility:
Products:
Lettuce. Herbs, Strawberries, Tilapia (tasty freshwater fish – high in protein and low in saturated fats)
Availability:
Prince George Farmer’s Market, Direct Sale; Delivery
Contact:
(250) 967-0277
