Olotu228:
Fellow Farmers, how possible is it to stock 15 broodstock last year. ended up using 4 from January. only to empty the whole pond today and meet no fish. There isn't any single skull in the pond. Pond type (Earthen Concrete pond). Pls need urgent answers, currently having lots of thoughts running through my mind

Olotu228:
Fellow Farmers, how possible is it to stock 15 broodstock last year. ended up using 4 from January. only to empty the whole pond today and meet no fish. There isn't any single skull in the pond. Pond type (Earthen Concrete pond). Pls need urgent answers, currently having lots of thoughts running through my mind

Olotu228:




I still got Table size today for #850 each at Masaka Nasarawa state

Rik500k:
How much can one use to clear this machine from Lagos port ?

Can it be fabricated locally but work exactly and efficiently?

Electricity powered

terra15:
God bless robonski for this wonderful thread. I also salute all the ogas @d top that have been selflessly given us information. I went through some pages here before starting my fish farm 4months ago. I harvested recently and It was a good harvest as I made profit. I really want to appreciate you all for making novices like myself to be able to practice catfish farming just by reading from your wealth of wisdom. May God bless you all.
Please I need a hatchery in Abuja where I can buy juveniles. The person that supplied me for the first time is presently out of business for now due to some issues. Please anybody that know a good hatchery in Abuja can recommend. Thanks

bilag17:


1. What's the production capacity ?

2. If you raised Form M for the purchase, and have all relevant clearing documents, may be easier to clear, otherwise you may have to pay as much as the cost of the machine to clear, because of the "Nigerian Factor "
On the other hand, there are some Chinese sellers, who will charge you a certain percentage of the cost of machine for Customs clearance and duty, then you collect at their warehouse (they may say you won't pay anything again), but it's usually a different story when your machine, which you have paid for is already in Nigeria.

We have people who sell the exact machine in Nigeria, although there are others fabricated in Nigeria - shine your eyes.

You have to consider the power consumption of the machine. Most of them with high production capacity runs on 3 Phase power supply, which I know is not readily available in this country.
Then, to run the machine, you require a 3 phase generator of nothing less than 20 kVa.

Think very well.
Climax is that most of these machines are ingredients selective - the Major problem.

eseosa77:
@soft777 and Robonsky , I planed to use a ready made biofilter with the capacity of 45,000l and can pump 8500 l of water per hr.do I I have to use a storage tank.i planned to fill the pond to a level then use the pump to pump water to the biofilter then back to the pond,when ther is water shortage I will pump more water from the bore hole.I want to know if it ideal to do it to do it this way or advice me on. What to do as a prof.

Ttalk:


The fact that you still hang around fish forum is enough to convince me that you are still seeking knowledge regarding fish business and i believe if you persist you will definitely tell a new story.

Sir, let me agree that fish farming is not for faint hearted. Your endurance disposition must be very high for you to succeed, but who told you other businesses dont have high challenges like fish business, maybe you're referring to buying and selling, then you may have some point to back your belief.

Loosing money is not an indication that fish farming is not a good business, many of us are making money out of it after initial setback and losses. You may go back and read between page 78 and 100 to read some of my agonising comments.

However, let me be frank with you and if you will be humble enough to take a look at this the better for you.

Suffice it to say that Nigerians can be innovative, hardworking resilience and focus, but the society has suppressed all that and average Nigerian operating within Nigerian system barely explore quarter of his potential, we have simply been spoilt by oil money and our level of focus is weak making many to run from business but rather stick to white collar job where they felt job security is guaranteed.

The fact is fish farming is like every other business, the higher the risk the higher the returns. Hedging against such risks determines your success in the business.

Sadly, but the truth is that you or your brother didnt do enough, thats why he failed. You may ascribe all the reasons to different factors but ill put it to you to look at the mirror. Sir, you are the reason for your failure.

If you want to give it another try, kindly consider the following
1. Focus not on the profit but on the result
2. Learn as much as you can in any area of fish farming you want to do
3. Be creative and innovative in your approach
4. Dont be afraid to lose money
5. Create synergy and relate with successful fish farmers around you
6. Explore modern techniques in your production
7. Be patient and be determined
8. Optimise your management practice
9. Read extensively about fish farming
10. Put what youve learn to practice.

The only barrier between you and success in your fish business is just extra effort, strike it once again, and you'll have a new story about fish farming to tell.

Ttalk is a practicing fish farmer
based in Abuja

hafsatadebisi:
Please, do you still deal on fish farming and selling?

Kingnutts:
hit me on whatsapp for the link to catfish institution whatsapp group

deolu9:
Hello my people in the house please who can train me extensively on hatchery of fingerlings? I will appreciate all efforts pls. Am currently in kwara state.

joeking2222:
Please house, i need hetero and pure clarias BROODSTOCK at large quantity. Where can i get dem in LARGE QUANTITY in Oyo or Ogun state?