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SS2 Fisheries

Pond preparation

Overview

describe the process involved in pond preparation. state the materials required for pond preparation. prepare old and newponds prior to stocking.

What you'll learn
  • Preparation of new ponds:
  • i. Flush in water and drain out after 21 days
  • ii. Check leakages
  • iii. Lime (for earthen ponds)
  • iv. Flush in water
  • v. Fertilize
  • vi. Stock fingerlings
  • Old ponds
  • i. Drain and dry ponds
  • ii. Check for cracks
  • iii. Remove silt and debris
  • iv. Lime
  • v. Flush in water
  • vi. Fertilize
  • vii. Stock.