Introduction to Cage aquaculture
Records of growing fish in cages date back to the 1800’s in Asia. Small efforts have been made all over East Africa to hold fish in cages at very low densities and feed them various homemade diets.
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About this training
In this training we are going to cover cage fish culture which is the raising of fish in containments enclosed on all sides and bottom with mesh material that secures the fish inside while allowing relatively free water exchange with the surrounding environment.
What you will learn
- Before you start
- Low Volume High Density
- Economic value of cage culture
- Marketing
- Permits required for cage
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Institutes
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Mmargaretsenior research officernational agricultural research organisation, aquaculture research and development center-kajjansiThere is need for guidance on cost-benefit analysis, what size of fish is appropriate to stock in cages, proper fish husbandry in cages, guidance on floating vs sinking feeds in cage fish culture, minimising potential negative effects of cage aquaculture
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AAliceInformation Communication OfficerNaFIRRIInclude the suitable sites/ areas for cage fish farming on the various water bodies
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Denis OpioFish NutritionistNaFIRRI/ARDC KajjansiCage culture demands use of the best quality feed possible