Off-Grid Kratky method using 55 gallon blue barrels

We finally had some free time at our off grid property to transfer our fall tomato starts into our Kratky Barrels. We started the seeds in rapid rooter hydroponic media and special net pots that work great for the bung opening of 55 gallon drums. We then premixed the fertilizer in a 5 gallon bucket and poured it into the 55 gallon drums when they were half full. We filled the drums the rest of the way with water leaving an air gap between the top of the drum and the roots so they are not completely submerged. You can also drill a drain hole just below the rim of the barrel so the roots can have an air gap. We will check back next month when we visit and give an update as to how our tomatoes are doing.
Items used in our video can be found here:

Rapid Rooter Growing Media
https://amzn.to/3BZA0y2

Bulkhead Filter Net Cup
https://amzn.to/3R65Ehy

Masterblend Fertilizer
https://amzn.to/3qXTc9d