GASPRO International Journal of Eminent Scholars

This study examined fish farming, highlighting the processes and economic benefits of establishing both subsistence and commercial fish farms. It emphasized that fish farming is among the fastest-growing food production sectors, addressing global protein demand. Key topics included the concepts of subsistence and commercial fish farming, along with their establishment processes. For persistent farming, the steps involve site selection, pond construction, stocking, and nutrition management, while commercial farming requires additional infrastructure, species breeding, and water quality management. Economic benefits of subsistence fish farming include employment generation, income diversification, and support for the local economy. Commercial fish farming adds large-scale employment, revenue generation, export potential, and support for allied industries. Key components for subsistent farming are resource accessibility and pond management, whereas commercial farming focuses on stocking density, species optimization, and intensive water quality control. Challenges such as financial constraints and limited technical skills were identified, with solutions proposed including financial support and capacity-building for farmers. For disease control, the study recommended quarantining new stock and regular inspections; if an infection occurs, immediate isolation of infected fish is advised. Conventional feeds like fishmeal and soybean meal, along with locally produced feeds like Olam Feeds, were mentioned. The study concluded that fish farming plays a crucial role in food security, recommending that persistent farmers adopt sustainable aquaculture practices to balance yields with environmental responsibility. One of the recommendations made was that subsistence fish farmers should prioritize sustainable aquaculture techniques that minimize environmental impact while maximizing yields.