Freshwater Prawn Farming Freshwater prawn farming, particularly the culture of Macrobrachium rosenbergii (Giant River Prawn), has become one of the most profitable aquaculture ventures due to its high demand, premium market price, and suitability for tropical climates, making it increasingly popular among farmers in South Asia who aim to maximize fish farming profit per acre. […]
Rainbow Trout Farming Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) is a cold-water fish highly valued for its taste, nutrition, and market demand. In Nepal, rainbow trout farming is concentrated in hilly and mountainous regions with access to cold, oxygen-rich water, such as Syangja, Kaski, Lamjung, and Mustang. Trout farming provides a lucrative income source for farmers due to
Rohu Farming Rohu is a major carp species, highly prized for its taste and market demand across South Asia. It’s a column-feeding (mid-water) fish, well-suited for polyculture (mixed farming with other carp species like Catla and Mrigal). Its fast growth rate (reaching 1-1.5 kg in 10-12 months), adaptability to pond conditions, and consistent consumer preference
Tilapia Farming Tilapia farming is a popular form of freshwater aquaculture that involves cultivating tilapia, a hardy and fast-growing fish, in ponds or tanks. Known for their adaptability, high growth rate, and market demand, Tilapia is ideal for semi-intensive and intensive farming systems. This farming practice provides a reliable source of income and nutrition, making
Introduction Tilapia farming involves the cultivation of a group of predominantly freshwater, warm-water fish belonging to the family Cichlidae, native to Africa and the Middle East. These fish are highly valued in aquaculture due to their hardiness, rapid growth, and palatable flesh, making them the second most important group of farmed fish worldwide after carps.
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