Welcome to iAVs!
By accessing or using our website and services, you acknowledge and agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions. These terms promote transparency, protect the integrity of iAVs, and ensure clarity for your experience. Please read them carefully.
1. Introduction and Core Philosophy
The Integrated AquaVegeculture System (iAVs) is a scientifically designed and field-proven system for the co-production of fish and plants in a sustainable and productive manner. Developed by Dr. Mark R. McMurtry and his research team, iAVs is fundamentally different from aquaponics in design and operation.
iAVs is to aquaponics what a Ferrari is to a Datsun—superior in engineering, performance, and efficiency when built and operated according to its scientifically validated design principles. Like a Ferrari, iAVs is designed as a holistic, high-performance system. Attempting to integrate aquaponics principles or modify the iAVs design compromises its intended functionality and negates its advantages.
The success of iAVs depends entirely on its intentional design and adherence to specific protocols. Any deviation from its core principles compromises its effectiveness and integrity. These principles include:
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Using recommended components
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Following design specifications
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Implementing operational practices as outlined in our materials
The responsibility for any failure resulting from deviations or improper modifications lies solely with the user.
2. Free Resources
This website provides a wealth of free resources to make iAVs accessible globally, including:
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Detailed guides
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FAQs
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Instructional content
These resources are comprehensive and sufficient for anyone to successfully design, build, and operate an authentic iAVs. Many individuals worldwide have implemented iAVs based solely on these free materials.
We encourage everyone to explore these resources as a starting point for their iAVs journey.
3. Sponsorship Benefits and Support Conditions
3.1 Donor Contributions and Benefits
Beyond free materials, we offer additional resources and personalized support for sponsors. To become a sponsor, we ask for a donation of your choosing. You determine the amount and frequency based on what you feel is fair and possible.
Sponsorship provides access to:
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“The iAVs Handbook”
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Direct expert support
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Regular updates and improvements
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Every contribution directly supports the ongoing work and development of iAVs.
3.2 The iAVs Handbook
The iAVs Handbook is a comprehensive and continuously updated resource representing years of research, experimentation, and practical experience. The handbook is available to sponsors for viewing only and is not available for download because it is regularly updated. This ensures you always have access to the most current version.
3.3 Support Eligibility and Guidelines
Support is exclusively available to sponsors who are committed to implementing authentic iAVs as it was scientifically designed. Our team consists of experts who have dedicated years to the study, development, and implementation of iAVs based on Dr. McMurtry’s original research.
When seeking support, please:
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Provide detailed, specific information about your setup and goals
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Include system parameters (tank volumes, dimensions, etc.)
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Share operational management details (fish stocking density, feeding rates, water quality metrics)
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For commercial projects, include your business plan, market analysis, and staff skills
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Review all available resources on iAVs.info before contacting us
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Keep inquiries concise yet comprehensive
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In return for assistance, we require timely data sharing to help refine and improve the iAVs methodology.
While we strongly recommend following established guidelines, we understand circumstances may vary. If you deviate from recommendations, our ability to provide support may be impacted, though this doesn’t automatically exclude you from receiving assistance. If you disregard our guidance and expertise, we reserve the right to withhold support.
Our goal is to help you succeed while maintaining system integrity.
4. Feedback
We actively encourage feedback from sponsors to improve our resources. Your input plays a vital role in the ongoing refinement of The iAVs Handbook and other materials. Updates are made available to sponsors as part of their ongoing support.
5. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions or need clarification, or if you have technical issues relating to the website, please contact us through our website’s contact page.
By accessing our materials, becoming a sponsor, or engaging with our support team, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.
Thank you for your commitment to iAVs and for supporting its continued success.