Aquaculture

Aquaculture, alternatively spelled aquiculture, or aquafarming, is the deliberate cultivation of aquatic life forms, including fish, crustaceans, mollusks, algae, and valuable organisms like aquatic plants. It encompasses the controlled or semi-natural raising of freshwater, brackish water, and saltwater populations. This stands in contrast to commercial fishing, which involves capturing wild fish.

Mariculture, commonly referred to as marine farming, specifically pertains to aquaculture conducted in seawater environments and lagoons, distinct from freshwater-aquaculture. Pisciculture, a subtype of it, focuses on fish farming for the production of fish-related products as food.

It can also be refereed to the breeding, nurturing, and harvesting of fish and other aquatic flora, often referred to as water farming. It serves as an environmentally friendly source of food and commercial products, contributing to the enhancement of healthier ecosystems and the restoration of endangered aquatic species populations.

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The importance of Striped Snakehead (Channa striata) fish in aquaculture industry

The Bengali term for the striped snakehead fish, or Channa striata, is “Shoal.” This type of freshwater fish is found…

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Aquaculture

Artificial insemination sparks remarkable success in Datina fish breeding

Through artificial insemination and hormone treatment, Bangladesh has successfully bred Datina fish, a delicious marine fish. A team of Bangladesh…

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Aquaculture

Intro of Boal / helicopter catfish and its culture potentialities

Southeast and South Asia are home to the boal, also known as Wallago attu, a freshwater catfish. The fish, which…

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International

Smart Silvofishery: An eco-friendly way to boost aquaculture output

Indonesia, a coastal gem abundant in marine resources, has a rich history of traditional fish and shrimp farming. However, the…

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Aquaculture

Native catfish, Ompok Pabda and its huge potential for aquaculture industry

The native butter catfish, or Ompok pabda, is a member of the Siluriformes order and family Siluridae. Due to several…

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Aquaculture

BFRI unveils “Subarna Rohu” to ensure the survival of original breed

The stock of natural fish species, particularly “Rohu,” is dwindling, but scientists have devised a way to preserve the original…

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Aquaculture

Jashore’s aquaculture industry flourishes with bountiful harvests

In Jashore district, fish production increases yearly, with an average production worth Tk500 crores. As a result, the district has…

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Artificial breeding of “Bheda fish” sees success in Bangladesh

In Bangladeshi rivers, the Bheda or Meni fish, which at first glance resembles Koi fish (Anabas cobojius), a close to…

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Aquaculture

Potentialities of Koi fish or climbing perch farming

Bangladesh’s pisciculture has experienced a revolution in recent years, propelling the country to the third rank in the world for…

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Aquaculture

Water quality management is the key for Vannamei shrimp farming

Effective maintenance of water quality is necessary for intensive vannamei shrimp farming. Efficient handling of vannamei shrimp culture is essential…

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