Dr. Mary-Jane Thaela-Chimuka, senior researcher at the Agricultural Research Unit, says that the strengths of this type of farming lie in its sustainably, the duo-farming benefit of fish and vegetables, its water-efficient realm of harvest and its economical viability. Thaela-Chimuka also highlights that aquaponics is predominantly practised in provinces such as KwaZulu-Natal but has expanded to provinces such as the Free State, Gauteng and many more. She delves into the various methods used for this type of farming and furthermore elaborates on the social and ecological advantages of aquaponics.

Thaela-Chimuka shares her knowledge with regards to the biodiversity of this type of farming and the cost-effectiveness of this practice. In addition, she motivates individuals to experiment and attempt this method of farming at home saying that it is an excellent source of entrepreneurship. Moreover, their training programmes adequately equip people to become self-sustainable. She concludes by saying that this type of farming is not only sustainable but that it aids with job creation.

OFM News/Lee Simmons