10.1.1. Brood-stock development

Unit 10 - Breeding of catfishes

10.1.1. Brood-stock development

  • Brood fish is maintained in cement cisterns with a layer of soil and running water.
  • Stocking density is 8,000 nos. /ha
  • Fed with a mixture of ground trash fish and rice bran (9:1)
  • Fish meal, wheat flour and soya cake can also be used in the diet
  • Feeding rate 10% b.w. daily.

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