Want to know about the different types of Tilapia farming? Tilapia
which is the most famous fish to be found in Africa is said to be the
most wanted for fish culture. It is seen that Tilapia fishes have high a
breeding rate which makes them suitable for business. There are many
ways in which Tilapia can be farmed. The ways vary from region to
region. But among them the three methods that are most famous are cage
culture, tank culture and pond culture.
Cage culture:
It is one of the traditional ways of
Tilapia farming that are still used. This method has several
advantages. It is generally practiced at places where draining and
seining is impossible or difficult. Cage culture is used for carrying
out farming Tilapia in rivers and large lakes. The cage has a net so
that the water can move freely. Use of large bodies of water is
generally preferred in cage culture. It is advised to place the cages
where the water current is more. Placing cages in stagnant water is not
recommended. You can make use of both a standing as well as floating
cage.
Tank culture:
Tank culture is commonly used in areas where the land or water is scarce. The pH, temperature and oxygen content
can be controlled easily in the tank used for tank culture. Harvesting
and feeding requires less laborious work. It is recommended that the
temperature should not fall below 13 degrees. It is seen that cold
water can lead to the ill health of the Tilapia fishes. The temperature
should be maintained between 28 - 30 degrees.
Pond culture:
It is the most common way of farming
Tilapia. The advantage offered by this type of Tilapia farming is that
the work of feeding is reduced. It closely resembles the natural
feeding habits of Tilapia which feed on naturally available food like
weeds, etc. But it is advised that you be very careful while choosing
the species for pond culture.
This was all about the various types of farming Tilapia.
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