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How do I survive $400/ton feed?

Last Updated: July 25, 2011

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High feed prices have caused financial problems on many fish farms over the last several years, and careful planning is required to survive such high feed prices. Key steps in getting the most out of every pound of feed include:

  • reducing stocking densities,
  • ensuring adequate aeration, and
  • careful feeding.

Before making any changes, carefully analyze these factors:

  • stocking sizes,
  • densities, and
  • feeding strategies.

Search Catfish Farm Management on the Freshwater Aquaculture site for pond-simulation templates to use in making such decisions.

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