Marine water fish farms - Site selection

Unit 8 - Brackish and marine water fish farms

Marine water fish farms
Site selection
The following are the important points to be considered for selecting a site for marine water fish farming.

Main factors
  • Topography and tidal amplitude
  • Type of soil and its quality
  • Water source and the quality of water
  • Drainage facilities
Other factors
  • Environmental factors (Meteorological factors)
  • Accessibility
  • Socio-economic conditions
  • Pollution problems
  • Availability of seed and feed
  • Availability of freshwater & electricity (public amenities)
  • Transportation and Marketing facilities (communications)
  • Social and political factors
  • Availability of technical guidance
  • Security, etc.
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