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  • Опубликовано: 11 май 2021
  • Aquaponics combines two growing methods, aquaculture and hydroponics, to create a self-contained, well-balanced ecosystem. Fish are fed and raised in a tank and as gravity pulls the wastewater through a hydroponic garden, bacteria feed on the waste, breaking it down into essential nutrients for the plants to grow. The system then returns the cleaned water back to the fish reservoir so the process can begin again.
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Комментарии • 15 тыс.

  • @Wildblxxd
    @Wildblxxd 3 года назад +20183

    Dude, needs to turn this into his own RUclips channel. People would love it simply because he’s got a magnanimous personality!

    • @andrewyeap4904
      @andrewyeap4904 3 года назад +294

      Go check the description my dude

    • @jasonsharpbucks
      @jasonsharpbucks 3 года назад +146

      ruclips.net/channel/UCdU6O4JjaL_jXtie6GzKkow

    • @phyllisstein1837
      @phyllisstein1837 3 года назад +125

      he's a great ambassador for novice gardening.

    • @erickm119
      @erickm119 3 года назад +32

      @@jasonsharpbucks Thanks

    • @ozzmann3217
      @ozzmann3217 3 года назад +58

      Agreed and the subject is something we all should look more into for self sufficiency

  • @togetherwegrow8340
    @togetherwegrow8340 8 месяцев назад +1096

    Over 9.3 million views. I'm so blown away, my friends. Thank you, Paragraphic, for telling such an amazing story and for yall, the WORLD, for embracing it the way you have. I'm truly humbled.
    Well, please keep sharing it and spreading the wonderful world of sustainable gardening, and continue to plant that first seed so that together we'll grow.
    Have a great one, my friends!

    • @MichaelCasanovaMusic
      @MichaelCasanovaMusic 8 месяцев назад +15

      This was awesome, brother. Love your set up.
      I'm about to go to college for marine science with an aquaculture focus and this was really inspiring

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 8 месяцев назад +14

      @MichaelCasanovaMusic thank you, and the best of luck to you and your future journeys brother!

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 8 месяцев назад

      @@jsjr2485 I have a channel with the answers :)

    • @CapitalP177
      @CapitalP177 8 месяцев назад +1

      Sending hugs

    • @A.Rare.Sapphire.
      @A.Rare.Sapphire. 8 месяцев назад +3

      Mad love from 🇹🇹🇹🇹 love your charisma!

  • @moblack5883
    @moblack5883 Год назад +565

    “Without them I am nothing with them I am everything “
    Man that was soul touching

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 Год назад +16

      I swear by it everyday❤️💚

    • @ED1TiME
      @ED1TiME 3 месяца назад +3

      Naaaaah i see your son mean mugging 😂

    • @justthe2ofusindempines
      @justthe2ofusindempines 2 месяца назад

      Totally heart felt over here❤ This is something humanity has lost- real true compassion and giving gratitude where it’s due. What a great guy!

  • @togetherwegrow8340
    @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +2460

    Holy Cow 6 million views and rising. Thank you for this amazing opportunity THE PARAGRAPHIC and thank all of you for enjoying the journey with us!
    You all ROCK!

    • @Johnsonsfamilyadventures
      @Johnsonsfamilyadventures 2 года назад +20

      Peace Good brother!! I live outside of Atlanta on about 5 acres. I need help doing solar

    • @lightup6751
      @lightup6751 2 года назад +33

      You are an inspiration. Your passion and your love for what you do is changing people’s minds, helping others and infectious. I want you to know that you are awesome for making a difference. Bless you and your family

    • @Johnsonsfamilyadventures
      @Johnsonsfamilyadventures 2 года назад +6

      @@lightup6751 facts

    • @karlkelly9005
      @karlkelly9005 2 года назад +18

      You need your youtube channel

    • @ryannave8997
      @ryannave8997 2 года назад +4

      PLEASE help me understand why to use tilapia instead of channel cats!!!

  • @wednesdayadams1984
    @wednesdayadams1984 3 года назад +581

    This man needs a PBS gardening show! He has such a positive upbeat attitude when delivering a lot of information

    • @SassyLeeHillius
      @SassyLeeHillius Год назад +2

      Your absolutely right he is so kind sharing his story but very knowledgeable and has great experiences and diversity he needs his own show for sure ✌️👊🤙🏻

  • @ShortboyKennel
    @ShortboyKennel Год назад +163

    Brotha you remind me of me. I’m 38 from the hood and I learned how to garden in a 2 year program here in Nashville Tennessee after I got out of prison. It changed my view of life and I fell in love with gardening . I still garden conventional in soil but I check all my ph levels nitrogen ect now you have inspired me to build my own hydroponics system as well. God bless you and your family and hopefully we can follow you on your own RUclips now or eventually 🙏🏼

  • @elenawaterman1269
    @elenawaterman1269 Год назад +274

    “Have you ever watched grass grow? It’s freaking exhilarating! It’s one of the most exciting things…” This genuinely made me tear up. I have so much respect for this man and the love/joy he holds in his heart 💖

  • @nuhalao
    @nuhalao Год назад +36

    That man is 50 years old and he looks and act like he is in his twenties! It’s good to have passion and love and spirit, doing things you love.

  • @tachiroakisu5128
    @tachiroakisu5128 3 года назад +1353

    This dude is the friend everyone wants to have.

    • @GNOBNX
      @GNOBNX 3 года назад +16

      Everyone who’s decent.

    • @Nick_Lamb
      @Nick_Lamb 3 года назад +7

      @@GNOBNX
      And everyone who isn't! Even pigs want to be this man's friend.

    • @GNOBNX
      @GNOBNX 3 года назад +2

      @@Nick_Lamb Okay...

    • @ayushrayoo3624
      @ayushrayoo3624 2 года назад +1

      @@GNOBNX ur cool

    • @johnjordanakajoejordanwhen2295
      @johnjordanakajoejordanwhen2295 2 года назад +2

      AMEN AMEN AMEN AMEN AMEN AMEN AMEN AMEN

  • @chef_vintag3595
    @chef_vintag3595 3 года назад +716

    “Without them I am nothing with them I am everything” powerful brother.

    • @camsky376
      @camsky376 3 года назад +22

      Respect for a father who teaches his kids to live healthy.👊🏼

    • @Janine36k
      @Janine36k 3 года назад +4

      💕 Love that Dad love! It's beautiful man!

    • @Kronos0999
      @Kronos0999 3 года назад

      @@Janine36k He's married. Don't get thirsty

    • @Janine36k
      @Janine36k 3 года назад +8

      @@Kronos0999 , I think you misunderstood one parent to another. By far, there's no need to be thirsty here. 🤷🏾‍♀️
      Having read other similar comments, I'm not sure why you aren't gatekeeping other commenters. They are equally enthusiastic and supportive.

    • @studiomansion7942
      @studiomansion7942 3 года назад +3

      IKR 😭

  • @fredrocket9
    @fredrocket9 Год назад +22

    This is what the media, social outlets, should be promoting!! This is American right here. This amazing. Love it!!

  • @briannasteele6074
    @briannasteele6074 9 месяцев назад +39

    This man is so blessed and humble…..his kids will cherish his legacy. Thank God for men like this.

  • @Damnisuck
    @Damnisuck 3 года назад +2537

    When he said he was 50 i ran out the door and started building my garden

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 3 года назад +70

      🤣🤣

    • @wojtek8823
      @wojtek8823 3 года назад +44

      You made me laugh even more than him :D

    • @heysukky2334
      @heysukky2334 3 года назад +11

      HAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAAH

    • @mikemoeser8411
      @mikemoeser8411 3 года назад +105

      I missed that part but i thought he was like in his 30's

    • @jebarysow3277
      @jebarysow3277 3 года назад +20

      @@mikemoeser8411 He says it at 12:23.

  • @diplamatikjuan3595
    @diplamatikjuan3595 3 года назад +574

    Brother is 50!? Seems that self-grown organic food is working well for him. Respect!

    • @LLCNipsturBrands
      @LLCNipsturBrands 3 года назад +4

      It’s not the food it’s just his genes

    • @DumpinClipz
      @DumpinClipz 3 года назад +32

      @@LLCNipsturBrands I can attest to this, my father smokes cigarettes and drinks beer like its going out of style, and up until his 70's people would always guess his age and be off by about 10-20 years. Genetics are a roll of the dice unfortunately, but nurturing yourself is always wise and beneficial.

    • @convolve
      @convolve 3 года назад +30

      Black don’t crack

    • @pocketthechipmunk9994
      @pocketthechipmunk9994 3 года назад +16

      For real, if you heard his voice you'd guess that it was a 30yr old

    • @NorthGAoutdoors
      @NorthGAoutdoors 3 года назад +6

      Dude doesn't look a day over 30

  • @emmawilde152
    @emmawilde152 2 месяца назад +9

    Saying he couldn't grow old in an old folks home resonates with me. I shamed my ancestors trying to grow sweet potatoes

  • @togetherwegrow8340
    @togetherwegrow8340 2 месяца назад +4

    Hola fam! Much love to paragraphic and to each and every one of you for viewing. We're about to surpass 10 million views! We couldn't have done it without you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
    Plant that first seed and
    Together We Grow!

  • @NeverNotMaking
    @NeverNotMaking 2 года назад +2690

    This guy is a natural teacher and so comfortable in front of the camera. He needs his own TV show.

    • @1206chaos
      @1206chaos 2 года назад +33

      That’s for sure. He’s a natural in front of the camera.

    • @lafondawilliams
      @lafondawilliams 2 года назад +18

      Id sub to that

    • @onemuslim9313
      @onemuslim9313 2 года назад +29

      He has a RUclips channel check the description

    • @christinalaw3375
      @christinalaw3375 2 года назад +9

      Gonna be handy when covid mutate to zombie virus, I hate supply run with zombies chasing, prefer to grow my own food.

    • @smoothcriminal4038
      @smoothcriminal4038 2 года назад +13

      @@christinalaw3375 Come on back to reality buddy.

  • @starbrightinfinity3329
    @starbrightinfinity3329 3 года назад +986

    Man, can we just stop and talk about his glow for a sec? He is just beaming with joy. As a gardener I know exactly where he’s coming from, but what’s even better is how he relates to his animals. He’s a true steward!

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 3 года назад +24

      You rock Joshua!

    • @stuartdubbs9605
      @stuartdubbs9605 3 года назад +14

      It's amazing what people can do when they find themselves and their purposes in life. Makes me happy to see

    • @ChapterMasterADO
      @ChapterMasterADO 3 года назад +5

      Steward :). This word made me happy

    • @icecoldrugby
      @icecoldrugby 3 года назад +4

      When you love what you do....
      This guy is absolutely stoked about what he does.

    • @mistersimorgh1537
      @mistersimorgh1537 3 года назад +4

      Theres a special place in heaven for good stewards

  • @kalash405
    @kalash405 7 месяцев назад +16

    هناك من يجتهد في تخريب الكوكب و هناك من يجتهد ليكون الكوكب بخير . أنشروا السلام والمعرفة التي تساهم في المنفعة العامة. أنت إنسان نموذجي .

  • @brodyd9800
    @brodyd9800 Год назад +47

    You really should do a Master Class on all of this. It's an income stream within itself. I saw this and said to myself, this man and his family are role models and could be teachers of the people who are looking to be viably self sustaining, but just don't know how. Brother you are the blueprint. This world doesn't need more huge farms. We need family farms like this. My name is Brody and it is inspiring to watch you and your family actually make a change. Respect and thank you.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 Год назад +3

      I do :)

    • @jamelglover6617
      @jamelglover6617 8 месяцев назад

      ​@@togetherwegrow8340genius hope u do consultation n set up to help newbies. where r u located

  • @bourbonbear218
    @bourbonbear218 3 года назад +2081

    If everyone had a friend like him the world would be a vastly better place.

    • @PARAGRAPHIC
      @PARAGRAPHIC  3 года назад +87

      truly

    • @tyraskinkle8599
      @tyraskinkle8599 3 года назад +64

      Having known him most of my life. I can agree. He simply is awesome

    • @sdraper2011
      @sdraper2011 3 года назад +6

      So true.

    • @unknowniam121
      @unknowniam121 3 года назад +5

      Fact

    • @rogansayson
      @rogansayson 3 года назад +26

      Let's be like him to make this world a better place

  • @souderyabbas3732
    @souderyabbas3732 2 года назад +638

    20% people in these comments talking about Aquaponics system.
    80% talking about how genuine and nice the dude is. ❤️

    • @pierevojzola9737
      @pierevojzola9737 2 года назад +2

      Hi, the Twenty- Eighty Rule wins every time. Look it up, it’s amazing just like Mrs. Murphy’s Rule. Those two rules have followed me all my life!! Cheers mate. Harera

    • @hellekenskyggespiller1311
      @hellekenskyggespiller1311 2 года назад

      That’s because he is way better than his aquaponics.

    • @MsEmworld
      @MsEmworld 2 года назад

      Goes to show how the human personality can just about sell even the most mudane thing! Its about "connecting" then the rest is his-tory!😄

    • @atomicplaygirl5743
      @atomicplaygirl5743 2 года назад

      He seems genuinely nice, invested, a hard worker, dedicated to his family, and he's doing what he can to be self sufficient. What isn't there to love? What a terrific guy, God bless him.

    • @herrediterduri3333
      @herrediterduri3333 2 года назад

      No, it's 90% people making this about themselves and their story.

  • @cbanks17
    @cbanks17 6 месяцев назад +12

    This dude's energy is off the charts wholesome.

  • @ricardorangel3241
    @ricardorangel3241 11 месяцев назад +52

    Love this guy’s energy. We need more of his positivity in the world.

  • @lexnite22
    @lexnite22 2 года назад +591

    He's aged 50 but has the energy of a 30yr old, we need more people like him with his outlook.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +20

      Much appreciated my friend!

    • @albertpen1508
      @albertpen1508 2 года назад +8

      You're fifty!??

    • @status0
      @status0 2 года назад +13

      Not only is he high energy, I could believe he is even age 27-30!

    • @jesusrosefromthedead8017
      @jesusrosefromthedead8017 2 года назад +10

      Dude I legit thought he was 30 years old too !

    • @Alcyeragraeth
      @Alcyeragraeth 2 года назад +4

      Sheesh, I'm 30 and I don't have anywhere near that amount of energy

  • @Tom-kl7qs
    @Tom-kl7qs 3 года назад +371

    Those kids are beyond blessed to have that man as their father. Not gonna lie I'm kinda jealous lol.

    • @MichaelLee-nn9fo
      @MichaelLee-nn9fo 3 года назад +39

      let us not be “jealous” rather be inspired to get up and do the same thing

    • @lilbacon7777
      @lilbacon7777 3 года назад +10

      @@MichaelLee-nn9fo Amen lol.

    • @punpun2607
      @punpun2607 3 года назад +1

      @@MichaelLee-nn9fo you don't get it bro

  • @codwigI
    @codwigI 29 дней назад +2

    Charles Collins, you sir, are an inspiration.
    Love what you're doing, teaching your kids to follow after you. Shalom.

  • @togetherwegrow8340
    @togetherwegrow8340 10 месяцев назад +107

    Thank you so much for a wonderful job Paragraphic. I hope you all are enjoying their continued incredible content. NOBODY tells a story like PARAGRAPHIC my friends!

    • @xxsoulpatchxx3362
      @xxsoulpatchxx3362 10 месяцев назад +4

      You are an inspiration and you have done your homework. You have an awesome setup, your back yard looks beautiful! Your food has to be on another level. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 8 месяцев назад

      @@xxsoulpatchxx3362 my honor my friend :)

    • @spiritualaligning8781
      @spiritualaligning8781 4 месяца назад +1

      Can any crop grow with this 12 inch deep lava rock hydroponics? Or is it only for crops whom roots can be submerged in water?

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 4 месяца назад

      @@spiritualaligning8781 great question! We grew root vegetables, carrots, turnips as well

    • @mac3695
      @mac3695 4 месяца назад

      ​@togetherwegrow8340 Is it possible to do a hydroponic system with an in ground pond?

  • @DB-rv6uw
    @DB-rv6uw 3 года назад +262

    I don’t think people understand how incredible it is to be self sustainable.

    • @johnjordanakajoejordanwhen2295
      @johnjordanakajoejordanwhen2295 2 года назад +8

      I think the saying is that supermarkets only carry the three-day Supply if people completely understood that they would understand how important it is to be more self-sustaining this guy is a Super Trooper of sustainability in my book I realize that not all people can do what he is doing but his concept of doing something rubs off on a person this guy needs his own channel

    • @Rick_Sanchez_C137_
      @Rick_Sanchez_C137_ 2 года назад +9

      No vegetable tastes as good as the ones you grow for yourself….

    • @Andreas-gh6is
      @Andreas-gh6is 2 года назад

      I think he actually has a day job...

    • @bigbossadidoss8678
      @bigbossadidoss8678 2 года назад

      He isn’t self sustaining. Where is he getting the fish food? Where is he getting the lava rocks? Where is he getting the soil base? The coconut fibers? The replacement batteries? The wiring? Nobody will ever be self sustaining. Not in today’s world, not unless MANY people die and society collapses.

    • @Rick_Sanchez_C137_
      @Rick_Sanchez_C137_ 2 года назад +11

      @@bigbossadidoss8678 if he grows all the right things on his property, the fish food can be grown there.

  • @cjrubio7131
    @cjrubio7131 2 года назад +621

    Without them, I'd be nothing. With them, I am everything. A father's humble words.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +31

      I mean it with all my heart

    • @mysticxjuice6612
      @mysticxjuice6612 2 года назад +5

      @@togetherwegrow8340 you guys are amazing, good on you 👏👏

    • @drail7
      @drail7 2 года назад +3

      That how I feel about Jesus. Without him I am nothing, with him I can do anything.

  • @joeywhittle44
    @joeywhittle44 5 месяцев назад +1

    "I couldn't grow old in an old folks home." That's a new one for me. Thanks!

  • @Dnrjhn7
    @Dnrjhn7 5 месяцев назад +17

    If this Guy was a salesman, I'd buy everything he will offer to me. What a passionate, enthusiasm and exciting, Guy! I gotta start planting tomorrow and set up something like this with little savings that I have. Godbless you, Man!

  • @corydaddydoras
    @corydaddydoras 2 года назад +797

    This man has more charisma, energy and passion than 99% of the people I've ever met, absolutely laud his zeal and humility, and it really makes you wonder how great the world would be if there were a few more people like him.

    • @anthonywhite7032
      @anthonywhite7032 2 года назад +16

      This is great now in Africa its going to be the only way to live i am a 65 year old man and i shared this with my family in Zimbabwe and South Africa thank you so much

    • @meat.
      @meat. 2 года назад +3

      This is kind of an exaggerated comment. I feel like most people in the world have the potential to have this kind of charisma. Just people don’t always have things to be smiling about lol

    • @unbearabull
      @unbearabull 2 года назад +1

      @@meat. I'm very happy. I don't have charisma.

    • @fanelemtshali8847
      @fanelemtshali8847 2 года назад

      He just made me want a pig

    • @fanelemtshali8847
      @fanelemtshali8847 2 года назад

      @@anthonywhite7032 so we in the same country , I am thinking Northern Cape

  • @johnmchenry3854
    @johnmchenry3854 3 года назад +702

    This guy’s sheer passion for aquaponics is not only infectious, but he is able to explain these concepts so well that even me, a complete noobie, can understand and get inspired to start! Cheers brother.

    • @yeoshenghong4802
      @yeoshenghong4802 3 года назад +2

      For the problem with his fish farming he didn't use chlorine to treat water?

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +6

      @@yeoshenghong4802 we didn't :)

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +2

      Thanks John! Sorry I'm just seeing this.

    • @bobcleary9593
      @bobcleary9593 2 года назад +1

      I second that as well I appreciate you my Brother, and thank you for inspiring me to step out of my comfort zone and not to be intimidated of all the information! God Bless you and your Family ✌️

    • @christinalaw3375
      @christinalaw3375 2 года назад +1

      Whelp, guess Elon Musk has to eat fish and vege on Mars, less he engineered some underwater pig and chicken. lol

  • @justinsampler5506
    @justinsampler5506 Месяц назад +1

    Love this man. Protect him. The world needs more just like him.

  • @alohaletsplay7101
    @alohaletsplay7101 2 года назад +441

    I feel like this guy would make an absolutely amazing horticulture teacher, teaching aquaponics.
    His positive attitude is infectious :)

  • @josephcarr-moore9320
    @josephcarr-moore9320 3 года назад +2529

    Love this dude’s attitude. We need more people like this. Awesome

    • @walterbudd721
      @walterbudd721 3 года назад +9

      Agreed

    • @cristopherrobles2869
      @cristopherrobles2869 3 года назад +10

      This is true and if more people wore like this we would be a better place for sure

    • @ike8962
      @ike8962 3 года назад +21

      Unfortunately the government hates people like these.

    • @TheColumbiakid
      @TheColumbiakid 3 года назад +6

      If the cops come to his house hes for getting shot

    • @cliffordmoselina800
      @cliffordmoselina800 3 года назад +7

      Much agreed! I want to be his friend!

  • @CNgw
    @CNgw Месяц назад +1

    My only regret is that I can only like this video once. This man's energy is inspirational

  • @zZzabi
    @zZzabi 4 месяца назад +2

    his kid are so lucky to have a standup parent as he is, i hope all is well for him and his family.

  • @abernard5253
    @abernard5253 2 года назад +468

    This guy just lifted my spirits and I wasn’t even having a bad day

    • @elieli56
      @elieli56 2 года назад +7

      Bruuhhh I couldn't describe how this man made me feel so good about living life. You put it perfectly into Word and I can sleep even better tonight kiss my wife and love my life. 🍻😋😁

    • @beefchuck
      @beefchuck 2 года назад +2

      likewise, so inspired by his message. To the moon!

    • @havilavi472
      @havilavi472 2 года назад +1

      @@beefchuck Same here

    • @yuxanne.
      @yuxanne. 2 года назад

      My first thought was, damn these fish would probably be depressed af being crammed in there, if fish are capable of complex emotions like that anyways, ik I would be upset, so I feel some sadness for them, tilapia fillet is really tasty tho ngl

    • @Mrgonzo12ghost
      @Mrgonzo12ghost 2 года назад +1

      OMG I was thinking the same thing.. it's like I want to hangout with this guy and learn !!

  • @hopeclayburnsax9369
    @hopeclayburnsax9369 3 года назад +277

    “Have you ever watched grass grow? It’s freaking exhilarating!” Man, this guy is a breath of fresh air. I used to garden and was so happy seeing my ‘plant children’ grow but got too busy with life...now I want to get back into it after watching him.

    • @habbajaba
      @habbajaba 2 года назад +5

      couldn't agree more it's funny how often you find yourself just staring at the growing plants

    • @ofwolves1532
      @ofwolves1532 2 года назад +1

      Same, bruh. Same.

    • @switchbranch8411
      @switchbranch8411 2 года назад +1

      Straight up, I sometimes find myself staring at the plants in the garden

    • @giantking6744
      @giantking6744 2 года назад

      👍👍

  • @MinusStatue11
    @MinusStatue11 Год назад +14

    Being someone who actually grew up in the ghetto, with a single mom, and no guidance. I relate to this video so hard. I'm glad you mentioned you sucked at it in the beginning, because I do too. lol But I'm willing to keep trying and learn new things to help not only myself. But those around me and the land on which it stands. Thank you pimp, for sharing your wisdom.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 Год назад +2

      I hope everyone reads your comment. This is EVERYTHING!

    • @MinusStatue11
      @MinusStatue11 Год назад +1

      @@togetherwegrow8340 Thank you pimp, may we all find our way!

  • @15minsago81
    @15minsago81 3 года назад +404

    “I’d rather watch grass grow. Here’s the thing have you ever watched grass grow? It’s freakin exhilarating” love that energy and wish there were more people like him in the world

    • @Big_Dai
      @Big_Dai 3 года назад

      He's probably just crazy or depressed.. or both

    • @christine9615
      @christine9615 3 года назад +2

      I totaly agree! He's awesome, I wish he was my neighbor

    • @erikv1974
      @erikv1974 3 года назад +14

      @@Big_Dai what...?

    • @TheFreshPeddler
      @TheFreshPeddler 3 года назад +1

      Have you ever watched grass grow...on weed?

    • @madkiss8017
      @madkiss8017 3 года назад +2

      Africa and india all like this small land owners trying to feed them selves and others without big blood sucking zionist companies and banks

  • @bop8149
    @bop8149 3 года назад +446

    His energy is so contagious. God bless and protect him and his family 🤍

    • @hypend1205
      @hypend1205 3 года назад +3

      Not only his energy but his solar energy as well lol

    • @shannoncolwell4652
      @shannoncolwell4652 3 года назад +4

      Amen :) Jesus loves you guys!

  • @A_Crystal_Rose
    @A_Crystal_Rose 8 месяцев назад +8

    I love how excited he is speaking about this, I could really watch this as a series with a slight chance of me ever starting Aquaponics.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 7 месяцев назад

      I truly love it!! We're still inventing awesome stuff 😁😁

  • @novacane7942
    @novacane7942 3 года назад +696

    Charles: “And this is New Zealand spinach, well in New Zealand it’s just known as...”
    Me: “Spina-“
    Charles: “Ice plant”
    Me: “Oh”

  • @elviebyers2145
    @elviebyers2145 2 года назад +781

    If he was a school agriculture teacher, every student would like him

    • @meestersecure9060
      @meestersecure9060 2 года назад +12

      Nah. There's always some clown

    • @levgamespl
      @levgamespl 2 года назад +1

      Hold on do you learn agriculture in school xD how does it looks like xD

    • @skyemadisyn163
      @skyemadisyn163 2 года назад +5

      @@levgamespl my high school I went to had an agricultural building with a greenhouse!

    • @JuicyHotzGaming
      @JuicyHotzGaming 2 года назад +3

      No, there's always students who hate school then will blame the teacher

    • @drecarti912
      @drecarti912 2 года назад +1

      Bruh I would pull up to help no cap!

  • @staf0s839
    @staf0s839 8 месяцев назад +5

    This dude is so passionate and enthusiastic about it all. Good for him that’s really dope!

  • @YACO89
    @YACO89 Месяц назад +1

    We don't need more people like him, we need to be like him.

  • @evanpc7002
    @evanpc7002 3 года назад +270

    So this is what happiness looks like

  • @MichaelBrown-zp1sf
    @MichaelBrown-zp1sf 2 года назад +869

    It is indeed refreshing to hear a brother who grew up in the hood speak so passionately and intelligently and enthusiastically about such a positive subject as growing healthy, nutritious and delicious food in a sustainable manner for his family. Your positivity is contagious and you are a good role model not only for other young kids growing up in the hood but for people of all backgrounds and growing up with their own struggles. May God bless you and your family and all of your endeavors.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +45

      This was so touching, thank you Michael!

    • @michaelgoodman5247
      @michaelgoodman5247 2 года назад +16

      He's from the hood? Damn, that man has done something with himself as he speaks very eloquently, has a major passion and comes across like a upbeat professor. When he mentioned TRex and chickens I knew he was on another level (I went to NCSU where they discovered that TRex / Chicken DNA link).

    • @vincentperiolat4610
      @vincentperiolat4610 2 года назад +9

      Respect!! it CAN be an amazing life! A plan, effort, and consistency, always required. Before all that, inspiration. Thank you Sir, for inspiring me!
      👍✌️👊

    • @truefacts404
      @truefacts404 2 года назад +6

      @@togetherwegrow8340 plant the seed start a channel and from that seed the dream you have of more people doing it will grow!!!

    • @BiPolarBear128
      @BiPolarBear128 2 года назад +4

      I agree , this is a guy blazing his own trail and steering right clear of stereotypes .. refreshing and inspiring

  • @joebufford2972
    @joebufford2972 Год назад +25

    It is so refreshing to see yet another person so passionate about growing and self-sustaining systems. He gets a a+ in my book 👍🐖🐓🥇

  • @jeraldgarner1636
    @jeraldgarner1636 8 месяцев назад +10

    As a science major with a similar childhood, I love this guy’s presentation, energy, how he communicates and his vision! It’s where we all need to head as well as advancing in technology. Merged nature with tech and free-your family and yourself! Would be great if there was an entire city of families and people like this working together.

  • @Christian-ki5js
    @Christian-ki5js 2 года назад +416

    Finally, someone using solar energy correctly. Take note people

    • @DianeSchips
      @DianeSchips 2 года назад +19

      My husband and I looked into solar power - the 'we'll put panels on your roof and save you money' kind. The contract contradicted everything the salesman said. More importantly, why would we get solar power if we can't use it during a power failure? We'll be moving soon. We intend to put in solar power and do it right.

    • @zekejones7259
      @zekejones7259 2 года назад

      Exactly what I was thinking

    • @user-io5uk7vy2y
      @user-io5uk7vy2y 2 года назад

      @@zekejones7259 ю б б ю ю Ъ господин был ю бб б б

    • @superhero6297
      @superhero6297 2 года назад +1

      @@DianeSchips you can store electricity for later bro it’s called a lithium battery lmao

    • @Timodez
      @Timodez 2 года назад

      Bruhh get that government propaganda out your ass

  • @MyCoolFish
    @MyCoolFish 2 года назад +741

    I don’t know if he realizes it, but this man is a role model…

  • @rafaelnavarro5522
    @rafaelnavarro5522 10 месяцев назад +6

    The love he shows his kids is amazing

  • @orianaspiderowl769
    @orianaspiderowl769 3 месяца назад +1

    "I was so bad when we first started that I couldn't grow old in an old folks home." 🤣 Maan I gotta remember that one!!😂❤🎉

  • @datazndood
    @datazndood 2 года назад +616

    An applause for his mother for opening up his imagination and letting him explore outside his environment. For expanding his horizon. If He is this way, his mother must be an absolute joy.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +17

      My mommy is the best! (I still call her that) :)

    • @GabrielMartinez-ec1il
      @GabrielMartinez-ec1il 2 года назад +3

      Cheers to The Divine Feminine!

    • @gregbassett8372
      @gregbassett8372 2 года назад +3

      @@togetherwegrow8340 absolutely love your energy man. The world is a better place with you in it

    • @davidfuller4110
      @davidfuller4110 2 года назад +1

      This is brilliant . Growing your garden with little help from Mother Nature.

  • @tristank9821
    @tristank9821 3 года назад +221

    The mood that this guy is giving off is just too pure. It's so nice to just listen to him talk so enthusiastically about the gardening and makes me want to make one myself on my patio.

    • @StumpfForFreedom
      @StumpfForFreedom 2 года назад +4

      Dude has a wife, kids, and an awesome high tech garden. I believe this is what is referred to as "The American Dream."

  • @HeavenestStCyr
    @HeavenestStCyr Год назад +2

    Thanks for laying out the concepts of the whole thing 1:00 - 2:30

  • @lynnitrobe
    @lynnitrobe 8 месяцев назад +2

    The VIBES ARE STONG in this one!! Keep sending out that positive energy, Papa Plant Man! Papa Ponics! The AquaPONIC Man! :D

  • @malvinacraig7853
    @malvinacraig7853 3 года назад +521

    It’s hard not to like a guy who named his pig Kevin

    • @foundoutdoors2412
      @foundoutdoors2412 3 года назад +34

      Was that a play on words like Kevin Bacon

    • @IronHide3910
      @IronHide3910 3 года назад +5

      @@foundoutdoors2412 if so, it’s genius

    • @mackcasey5905
      @mackcasey5905 3 года назад

      😂😂😂😂

    • @samuelgamato971
      @samuelgamato971 3 года назад

      @@foundoutdoors2412 🤣🤣🤣

    • @worlore1651
      @worlore1651 2 года назад +4

      I named my female red tail boa constrictor kevin lmao

  • @jesseb1677
    @jesseb1677 2 года назад +431

    "Here's the thing; have you ever watched grass grow?... It's incredible!" ... I love this guy.

  • @ZozoOriginal
    @ZozoOriginal Месяц назад

    So freaking ingenious! He deserves a Nobel peace prize!

  • @cathrynmartin4395
    @cathrynmartin4395 Год назад +7

    Love the set up - great solution to a "dead" suburban area. I lived in an area in Cincinnati and they used a neighborhood sustainability model from Switzerland - larger fruiting plants (apple, cherry and other fruit trees, blueberry and other smaller bush fruits) are planted in several yards around the neighborhood. Each house planted certain veggies based on the sun and area they had and each year the entire neighborhood shared in the multiple harvests!

  • @ako5816
    @ako5816 3 года назад +270

    The guy looks younger than me but has 20 years on me. I love how passionate he is about this.

    • @nathan-ls8yw
      @nathan-ls8yw 3 года назад +2

      @OJ Moran really? i thiught he’s 30

    • @thebulat4139
      @thebulat4139 3 года назад

      @@nathan-ls8yw i think he looks little older because of the beard.

    • @LarryVasquez82
      @LarryVasquez82 3 года назад +1

      @@nathan-ls8yw he's 50 i think

    • @emteespace
      @emteespace 3 года назад +1

      Black don't crack.

  • @michaelsw0rd
    @michaelsw0rd 2 года назад +338

    If everyone had this guys energy, the world would be in a lot better place.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +8

      Many thanks my friend!

    • @TheOnetimeshawty
      @TheOnetimeshawty 2 года назад

      Aint that the truth

    • @alcaldealer8515
      @alcaldealer8515 2 года назад

      If everyone grew their own stuff, had animals too. I’d bet anything this would would be a better place. ☮️ and ❤️
      Great video

    • @anabrandontaing4115
      @anabrandontaing4115 2 года назад +1

      Electric company will go out business for sure🤪🤪

    • @yahyaali658
      @yahyaali658 2 года назад

      You need assholes everyone being nice wouldn't work

  • @Starting321
    @Starting321 3 дня назад

    His excitement is powerful!!!

  • @justacentrist4147
    @justacentrist4147 Год назад +1

    Anyone trying to make themself self-sufficient gets mad respect in my book. Even if you're only supplementing your food suplie, that's extra cash in the bank.

  • @paulocaetano3243
    @paulocaetano3243 2 года назад +698

    I was watching this thinking this man was like 30-odd years. "i'm 50 years old" you what?!!? he has the positivity and energy of a 20 year old. Great project, great mindset, great execution. Keep up the good work!

  • @drh5779
    @drh5779 3 года назад +227

    He joked about he couldn't grow old in an old folks home period after finding out he's 50! I'm convinced he can't grow old at all. Great video awesome person

  • @QRSTUVe
    @QRSTUVe Месяц назад

    "My family's never been closer" ❤❤❤

  • @chrisignacio1791
    @chrisignacio1791 Год назад +2

    Can’t Deny This Man’s Energy is Very Uplifting ❤

  • @derekdakan2716
    @derekdakan2716 2 года назад +161

    "Have you ever watched grass grow? It's freaking amazing!"
    Lol! I'm sold!

    • @knucklesskinner253
      @knucklesskinner253 2 года назад +2

      Don’t grow grass, grow plants that are indigenous to your state. people in Cali could stop their water crisis if they didn’t care so much about grass. Imagine if they all just planted their own native plants that are resistant to drought.

    • @albrayne9770
      @albrayne9770 2 года назад

      @@knucklesskinner253 Yeah of course but you get that he was a saying that to change ones perspective of gardening right? He didn't really say to plant grass

    • @ricomon35
      @ricomon35 2 года назад

      @@knucklesskinner253 @r/whoosh ;)

  • @presidentresident
    @presidentresident 3 года назад +210

    From his sense of humor, to his intelligence, to his love of pigs, I like absolutely everything about this guy.

  • @RobertO-vq9qf
    @RobertO-vq9qf 11 месяцев назад +1

    This is what being a King looks like. Blessings abound!

  • @JeromeADavis
    @JeromeADavis 11 месяцев назад +1

    This guy has an infectious personality.

  • @pradeepjairam1881
    @pradeepjairam1881 3 года назад +210

    Man is 50 looking like he's in his 30s truly inspirational

    • @Azaghal1988
      @Azaghal1988 2 года назад +9

      Just thought the same, How is it possible that he only looks 5-10years older than his Kids.

    • @marlak4203
      @marlak4203 2 года назад +5

      oh wow. He is? Only the beard gives him age. Wow. Very good.

    • @gdesatyavrata
      @gdesatyavrata 2 года назад +6

      Well we know that he's happy, and that would probably be the reason why he looks younger than his age, happiness

    • @anxiousbear6840
      @anxiousbear6840 2 года назад +1

      Shit im 30 and i dont look that good XD

    • @juelzd7172
      @juelzd7172 2 года назад +2

      He’s eating healthy organic food keeping him looking good. Props to the man

  • @hectormunoz6052
    @hectormunoz6052 3 года назад +209

    This man has got to be one of the coolest cats i have ever seen on RUclips . his positivity is off the chart

  • @nelsonianb1289
    @nelsonianb1289 9 месяцев назад +1

    I love this guy. Hope he is well. Glad hes a dad.

  • @buddha.b3416
    @buddha.b3416 2 месяца назад

    the joy in his voice is inspiring! thank you for simply existing :)

  • @brittoncarlile2786
    @brittoncarlile2786 2 года назад +130

    "Have you ever watched grass grow, cause it's freaking exhilarating!"
    -This man

    • @jasperriemen7589
      @jasperriemen7589 2 года назад +1

      Call him by his name, it's Charles Collins.

  • @LFKGooner
    @LFKGooner 3 года назад +188

    Man this guy's enthusiasm and positivity is just contagious. What a legend!

  • @bryanpinto4051
    @bryanpinto4051 Год назад +1

    family is everything. Every child needs a father in their lives. Many blessings to you young man. May the power bless you.

  • @seanmoore4181
    @seanmoore4181 Год назад +15

    This dudes vibes are unparalleled he’s the guy we need to send to make first contact with alien life

  • @Ronnye40
    @Ronnye40 Год назад +3

    WOW! By just reading the comments I noticed that this guy really has an impact on a lot of people. Not to mention myself. I would love to show my kids how beneficial it would be to live this type of lifestyle.

  • @Sheenoobie
    @Sheenoobie 2 года назад +91

    This is the type of person that could actually motivate people to want to do better and to actually change things. Loving these videos every since the mushroom one popped up the other night

    • @PARAGRAPHIC
      @PARAGRAPHIC  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Matty! More are in the works

    • @isorokudono
      @isorokudono 2 года назад

      Not MEL BAY AND HIS BOOK SQUARE FOOT GARDENING FROM A BILLION YEARS AGO??????????? I mean, you don't know anything yo.

  • @zyo678
    @zyo678 2 года назад +212

    Me being from the hood and coming across this to see a brother doing something like this is inspiring! Really opened my mind💡💯

  • @ailove313
    @ailove313 Год назад +2

    They really make it themselves. Look at how fluent he talk.

  • @ilovegreen0150
    @ilovegreen0150 3 месяца назад +1

    He is the cool science teacher I never had❤️❤️my son did aqua ponics in HighSchool, said teacher was “boring “😂

  • @rudysalazar8119
    @rudysalazar8119 3 года назад +73

    I haven't felt so inspired by one man in a long time. This guy is a treasure

  • @xochblue
    @xochblue 3 года назад +114

    I think he has the healthiest, most robust veggies I've ever seen in an aquaponics set up

  • @maevemredmond
    @maevemredmond 9 месяцев назад +8

    This was so full of knowledge, hope and inspiration ❤what an incredible life they've made for themselves and what an incredible person Charles is!

  • @dgsean9775
    @dgsean9775 Год назад +2

    This guy is my hero. This is probably the future of food production.

  • @MakersMuse
    @MakersMuse 2 года назад +5945

    This guy is so passionate really makes you feel that anyone can do it. I'd love to try one day.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +52

      I promise you got this!

    • @DeniaLol
      @DeniaLol 2 года назад +14

      There’s a huge amount of resources for 3D Printed hydroponic equipment

    • @justnd2582
      @justnd2582 2 года назад +5

      Well I definitely didn't expect to see Angus here

    • @thomascarruthers4397
      @thomascarruthers4397 2 года назад +6

      This is the video I didn’t know I needed and now love.

    • @togetherwegrow8340
      @togetherwegrow8340 2 года назад +6

      @@thomascarruthers4397 awesome!

  • @gregjerome5322
    @gregjerome5322 2 года назад +166

    He had me interested from the pigs. Then he showed the size of the plants and I started googling what I need to do this in my backyard. Then
    he said he was 50. Now I'm getting ready to go to home depot this weekend.

  • @jdrei5080
    @jdrei5080 9 месяцев назад +1

    Your Mum said all things good cos look at you. You are wonderful, a humanitarian 😊

  • @becomingungovernable
    @becomingungovernable 4 месяца назад +1

    I love that his kids are involved in this. I think that's beautiful.

  • @ValerieWoodMusic
    @ValerieWoodMusic 2 года назад +159

    Healthy, wholesome, family-centered, imaginative, optimistic, and smart...this is what I like to see!!!!!!

    • @matthewsigurdson1321
      @matthewsigurdson1321 2 года назад +3

      Exactly. I love people like this . So full of life and even helps me to have more gratitude for all of life. He is fascinating.

  • @blueridgedsia
    @blueridgedsia 3 года назад +71

    Man I wish this guy was my neighbor. Such positive energy.