Agriculture & Natural Resources : Agriculture Enterprise
Aquaculture
Potentials for fish farming are bright across the state and here in Hardin County. The market seems to be there, for those interested and willing to go to the effort to find them. There is some profit potential in growing a number of species of fish and shellfish. The industry has the strong backing of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, and extension aquaculture programs are available at the University of Kentucky and Kentucky State University.
However, as with any new enterprise, you need to have a clear picture of the challenges, as well as the possibilities, involved in establishing a fish farm. The following publications outline some information that might help you decide whether aquaculture is for you, as well as provide you with various management resources.
Aquaculture: Realities and Potentials when getting started
Kentucky Pond Management Calendar
Watershed Fish Production Ponds
Small Scale Catfish Production Guidelines
Calculating Volume of Ponds and Tanks
Using Grass Carp for Weed Management
Links
Kentucky State University Division of Aquaculture
Aquaculture Network Information Center
Aquatic Plant Identification and Control
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife
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