From green house to greener coral gardening- Tidal Gardens blows us away!

On our way to RAP Chicago we were able to stop by Tidal Gardens in OH and all we can say is "Wow" - Founder Than gave us a ...

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🌱 Tidal Gardens is a coral aquaculture business that has been operating for nearly 20 years, starting originally with a greenhouse facility.

🏗 The company built a new headquarters in Akron, Ohio, specifically designed from scratch to optimize coral aquaculture, incorporating lessons learned over a decade.

🔦 The use of sunlight was initially a key factor due to the absence of commercial LEDs in the early days of the business, but with the advent of LEDs, a more conventional building structure proved more effective.

🌧 A unique aspect of the facility is its sustainability efforts, such as a rainwater collection system that faced regulatory hurdles, but now successfully collects and stores large amounts of rainwater to be reused.

♻️ Additionally, the rainwater aids in geothermal cooling, showcasing an innovative approach to controlling tank temperatures sustainably.

💡 Lighting for coral growth is predominantly blue with disagreements about the exact spectrum, highlighting both the nuances of aquatic farming and the additional consideration of video production for their YouTube audience.

🐠 Feeding corals a specific blend of foods tailored to their preferences has emerged as an essential strategy in successful coral farming, especially for more challenging species like Goniopora.

💼 The founder combined his hobbyist experience and business education to create Tidal Gardens, winning over $30,000 in business plan competitions, which provided initial funding and validation for the business concept.

🔄 Sustainability and long-term planning are central to the company's philosophy, illustrated by discussions on potential solar power adoption and ongoing adjustments to lighting and building infrastructure for operational efficiency.

Timestamped Summary

00:24 Than introduces the new Tidal Gardens headquarters, a work-in-progress facility built to elevate their coral aquaculture practice.

02:07 Than shares his backstory as a hobbyist in the early 90s, detailing how a successful business plan competition helped validate his idea for coral cultivation and won him $30,000.

03:56 A major focus at Tidal Gardens is sustainability. Than explains their rainwater collection system, which faced regulatory challenges but allows them to harvest around 100,000 gallons of rainwater per year.

05:01 Than highlights the use of their rainwater collection not just for coral irrigation but also for geothermal cooling of their tanks during hotter months.

06:14 Gonipora is currently Than's favorite coral to work with, a species that has become more manageable to maintain with the right feeding strategies.

07:56 As for lighting, Tidal Gardens primarily uses a spectrum that is a bit bluer than the AB+ standard. Despite some internal debates, they've found success with it for both coral health and video production purposes.

09:35 The importance of accurately showcasing the corals on camera for consumers is emphasized, given the business aspect of coral sales and how they want to avoid customer complaints regarding mismatches between online representation and the actual product.

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Q&A

Who is the owner of Tidal Gardens?

Tidal Gardens is owned by Than, as mentioned in the conversation where Van from Tidal Gardens is giving a tour.

How long has Tidal Gardens been in business?

Tidal Gardens has been in business for close to 20 years.

What was Tidal Gardens' original facility?

Tidal Gardens' original facility was a greenhouse located next to its new headquarters.

How did Than get into the coral aquaculture business?

Than started as a hobbyist in the early '90s and during business school he decided to create a business plan. He entered it into competitions and won over thirty thousand dollars. This success and the support it garnered helped him start and grow Tidal Gardens into what it is today.

What is the specialty coral at Tidal Gardens as of October 2021?

Than's favorite coral as of October 2021 is the Goniopora, which he is actively collecting.

What is Tidal Gardens' approach to feeding corals, especially Goniopora?

Tidal Gardens feeds their tanks around four days a week, targeting specific corals with a variety of seafoods that they prefer.

What type of lighting spectrum does Tidal Gardens use for their corals?

Tidal Gardens uses a lighting spectrum that is a little bit more blue than the typical AB+ spectrum. They also have discussions about mixing different types of lights, like Radions Pro and Blue, to cater to filming needs while providing optimal growth for corals.