Production practical – Tilapia
Knowledge of how to operate a farm is essential to be able to make a profit on fish production. In addition to actually running the day to day operation, it is important to know your customers and how to sell and marked your fish.
1 h
English
Contents
This course covers key aspects of tilapia production, focusing on biosecurity, aeration, and safe fish handling. Participants will learn about prevention of theft, proper fish transportation, and the importance of water recirculation for sustainability. The course also addresses grading procedures, food safety, and the significance of purging before harvest. Additionally, post-harvest management practices are discussed to ensure product quality and safety.
Topics
- Biosecurity
- Pond or unit aeration
- Prevention of theft
- Transporting fish safely
- Importance of water recirculation
- Grading – reasons for grading
- Grading procedures
- Food safety
- Purging
- Harvest
- Post harvest management