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I hope in the near future to start setting up my aquaponics system. As this system will be indoors I was wandering if anyone could give advice on LED Grow lights.

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Phil, check this video for Larry's setup for his microgreens (the same for aquaponics):

 
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Microgreens don't require the same levels of light a more mature plant needs.

I have successfully raised seedlings using multi-colored led strip lights from e-bay. They cost me less than $20.

I just have the blue and red lights turned on.
 
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Thanks, that's a great link
 
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