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Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by excelsiorfarm(m): 7:09pm On Nov 15, 2013
practicalclass:

@Mr excelsior: thank you. I used livestovit which you prescribed for me then when I wanted to buy juveniles. but next time I think I'll use it from day 1 when I purchase the fish for better result.
Anyways, the fishes I got then from the friend you referred me to are now abt 5 months and looks promising, in fact, harvest time is near.
THANK GOD,pardon me i dont remember u
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by lexy91: 9:06pm On Nov 15, 2013
Hello in the house, a medium size farm located at Magboro currently have fingerlings and Juveniles for Sales in large quantity. We would appreciate intending buyer to visit the farm prior to order. Contact: 08034595557, 08055578078, 08163377227.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by ab1x: 9:26pm On Nov 15, 2013
oscarvicto: @house

whats the meaning when your fishes cluster around a particular area


i also recorded three mortality in my post juveniles. just noticed them floating on the top of the water. their bodies looks whitish in color


It clearly shows that the water in the pond is polluted. It happened to me a while ago when I started catfish biz and I wanted to feed my fish for the first time with local feeds. So, instead of me to feed using on a spot feeding, I was just pouring the feeds inside the pond anyhow ​​‎​L̃̾Õ☺=Dcheesy=))winkÕ☺L̃̾ and they hang on the water altogether, I can't forget though. You need to get Salt and Potassium pamanganate(u can get from any pharmacetical store around). You need to drain the old water from the pond completely. Then pump in little fresh water in such a way that it will cover all the fish in the pond. Then mix d salt and PG together, sprinkle it on them and all over the pond including walls therein. Leave them in the water for like 40 minutes before pumping in fresh water. Please DO NOT FEED them that day. The second day, change the water and pump in a fresh water.


You will then need to mix tetracycline, vit c with the present feeds they are eating and give them but make sure it is a light feeding.

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Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by Ijobaorun(m): 6:49pm On Nov 16, 2013
ab1x:


It clearly shows that the water in the pond is polluted. It happened to me a while ago when I started catfish biz and I wanted to feed my fish for the first time with local feeds. So, instead of me to feed using on a spot feeding, I was just pouring the feeds inside the pond anyhow ​​‎​L̃̾Õ☺=Dcheesy=))winkÕ☺L̃̾ and they hang on the water altogether, I can't forget though. You need to get Salt and Potassium pamanganate(u can get from any pharmacetical store around). You need to drain the old water from the pond completely. Then pump in little fresh water in such a way that it will cover all the fish in the pond. Then mix d salt and PG together, sprinkle it on them and all over the pond including walls therein. Leave them in the water for like 40 minutes before pumping in fresh water. Please DO NOT FEED them that day. The second day, change the water and pump in a fresh water.


You will then need to mix tetracycline, vit c with the present feeds they are eating and give them but make sure it is a light feeding.
Pls what is the importance of feeding my fishes on a spot? I used to sprinkle their feeds allover the pond.
Thanks.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by mickyfish(m): 8:21pm On Nov 16, 2013
Ijobaorun:
Pls what is the importance of feeding my fishes on a spot? I used to sprinkle their feeds allover the pond.
Thanks.
Spot feeding preserve ur feed, nd it does'nt give room 4 overfeeding, most of all it minimizes pollution of water by feed( especially local feed)its adviseable to spot-feed.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by lexy91: 8:24pm On Nov 16, 2013
Ijobaorun:
Pls what is the importance of feeding my fishes on a spot? I used to sprinkle their feeds allover the pond.
Thanks.


Feeding at a spot enable you determine when the fishes are satisfied. As over feeding could pollute the water, likewise under feeding will affect the growth rate. Feed at a Spot.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by ab1x: 2:16pm On Nov 17, 2013
mickyfish: Spot feeding preserve ur feed, nd it does'nt give room 4 overfeeding, most of all it minimizes pollution of water by feed( especially local feed)its adviseable to spot-feed.
lexy91:


Feeding at a spot enable you determine when the fishes are satisfied. As over feeding could pollute the water, likewise under feeding will affect the growth rate. Feed at a Spot.


Well said.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by Manweysabi(m): 9:00pm On Nov 17, 2013
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by omode2(m): 2:17pm On Nov 18, 2013
@ Ab1x hw do u knw if fishes are overfeed using local feed dat do sink. I recently changed to local feed bt dnt knw if they r underfed or overfed am usin an earthen pond close to a stream
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by ab1x: 8:21pm On Nov 18, 2013
omode2: @ Ab1x hw do u knw if fishes are overfeed using local feed dat do sink. I recently changed to local feed bt dnt knw if they r underfed or overfed am usin an earthen pond close to a stream


If I tell u they will disperse after a while, I may be wrong
Some fish may or may not scatter after a while.
However, a keen observation will help u to really determine if they are eating it or not.
You will need to watch their altitute when feeding and also make use of on a spot feeding technique.

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Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by Belexy(m): 9:11am On Nov 19, 2013
@robonski, hope i can also come and collect 1000 1st class shooters from i free oh. As per ur guy na.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by mickyfish(m): 9:33am On Nov 19, 2013
TOKUGAWA: Aquatic1 might have good fishes,no doubt.But there is a possibility he mixed it up with runts unconsciously.But since we don't have a consumer protection apparatus on this forum something has to be done as to compensate the victims.His attitude is bad,he focuses on money before service.He is not a regular on here except if there is a need to dispose his fishes or have a seminar.When i asked him a good local formula for my fish,so i can plan ahead in terms of providing funds,he said i should make orders 1st,that when i make my orders he will give me,even after ordering he still keeps telling me when they clock 3 months when i want to start giving them local,i stopped asking him due to his attitude.Later i forgot about him and turned to ABX1,who gladly helped,despite not buying anything from him.He responds to my mail asap.But my supplier never,until he feels like.
House, pls, I need 2 say dis, is acquatic 1 nt saying anything in regards 2 dis matter? Even if its just 2 say I'm sorry. Na wa 4 am oooo!

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Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by TOKUGAWA(m): 2:05pm On Nov 19, 2013
mickyfish: House, pls, I need 2 say dis, is acquatic 1 nt saying anything in regards 2 dis matter? Even if its just 2 say I'm sorry. Na wa 4 am oooo!
i hope u guys can seee his attitude?
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by soft77: 5:24pm On Nov 19, 2013
i believe if we all stick together and ignore every advert he brings , fingerlings sales , seminar etc. he can not trade on this forum and make money from people here and when its time for him to answer to us about a problem he ignors everybody. i believe nobody is too big and nobody is an island of knowledge.lets all ignore doing any form of business with him till he apologies or give a good explanation to the problem at hand ... what goes around must come around ,i know one day he will need a help from anyone here .GOD go catch am !!!
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by yemiakeem: 6:24pm On Nov 19, 2013
I think dis sud b a lesson 4 all of us to monitor prior to buyin of fingerlings 4rm any hatchery

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Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by mickyfish(m): 11:24pm On Nov 19, 2013
TOKUGAWA: I am not a newbie,and it wasn't my 2nd time.I specialise in earthen ponds which I even construct for people.This particular stock was a special project for me.So I spent well on them,my fiance even surpoted me financially.I had to break the news to her yesterday afternoon.Now m postponning my wedding. I will be contacting the seller tonite to come here and explain himself.I am not giving up on the business,even though there's a lot of pressure on me from my woman.
I'm highly disapointed in u acquatic 1, u'r a shame 2 dis bizness of fish production, u got married nt quite long n deprive some1 from doing same bcuz of ur greed, yet u cld'nt even say sorry n think of a way 2 make it up 2 him. I want u 2 come out let me expose u 2 d house bcuz I kw u still see evry post in dis tread. Its d same way u treated john in ajah, it must b u who influence jonah ur friend into fruadulent practices in dis bizness of fish farming, I'll 4low u 2 any forum u go just 2 expose u 2 inocent nigerians who do nt kw u. I'm waiting 4 ur reply, dnt border 2 call me talk 2 me here.

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Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by yemiakeem: 12:25pm On Nov 20, 2013
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I'm highly disapointed in u acquatic 1, u'r a shame 2 dis bizness of fish production, u got married nt quite long n deprive some1 from doing same bcuz of ur greed, yet u cld'nt even say sorry n think of a way 2 make it up 2 him. I want u 2 come out let me expose u 2 d house bcuz I kw u still see evry post in dis tread. Its d same way u treated john in ajah, it must b u who influence jonah ur friend into. dis is actualy mor serious than i imagind.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by ayosat(m): 7:15pm On Nov 20, 2013
mickyfish:
I'm highly disapointed in u acquatic 1, u'r a shame 2 dis bizness of fish production, u got married nt quite long n deprive some1 from doing same bcuz of ur greed, yet u cld'nt even say sorry n think of a way 2 make it up 2 him. I want u 2 come out let me expose u 2 d house bcuz I kw u still see evry post in dis tread. Its d same way u treated john in ajah, it must b u who influence jonah ur friend into fruadulent practices in dis bizness of fish farming, I'll 4low u 2 any forum u go just 2 expose u 2 inocent nigerians who do nt kw u. I'm waiting 4 ur reply, dnt border 2 call me talk 2 me here.
please guys let us exercise a bit of patient. he could be busy somewhere. but im sure there is a good explanation for this. pls Aquatic1, u r a good member of the family, try to mend things up. please
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by samshoz(m): 8:52am On Nov 21, 2013
ayosat: please guys let us exercise a bit of patient. he could be busy somewhere. but im sure there is a good explanation for this. pls Aquatic1, u r a good member of the family, try to mend things up. please
bro Ayosat, u think he is not aware? He has been callin people behind, since he realized d power of internet from his shady dealings nd decided to keep mute, while tryin damage control underground. GOD 'll expose any callous farmer on any forum, advertise if only u hav credibility. Micky God bless u, speak on bro..........

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Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by soft77: 9:51am On Nov 21, 2013
please anybody who has fish ponds for rent in lagos environment either earthen or concrate should drop his details will call imediatel for negotitions thanks
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by soft77: 5:56am On Nov 22, 2013
THIS FORUM HAS REALY HELPED CATFISH FARMERS ALL OVER NIGERIA TO GET TOGETHER, I LIKE THE FAITH WE ARE ALL KEEPING TOGETHER TO FLOSH OUT ANY INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP ,WHO WANTS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS FORUM. TO ME , I HAVE SHARED IDEAS HERE AND I HAVE GOT KNOWLEDGE HERE ,WE HAVE TO PROTECT THIS FORUM CAUSE IF WE ALLOW PEOPLE LIKE AQUATIC1 TO KILL IT .NOT SURE WE CAN GET ANOTHER FORUM ON CATFISH LIKE THIS .THIS FORUM IS JUST LIKE THE BIBLE OF CATFISH FARMING EVERYTHING IS ELABORATED CLEARLY HERE. AQUATIC 1 MUST EXPLAIN TO EVERYBODY HERE OR FOREVER OUT OF THIS FORUM , NO BODY HERE SHOULD DEAL WITH HIM OR RECOMEND ANYBODY TO HIM. HE NEEDS TO FEEL THE POWER OF OUR TOGETHERNESS.I WILL ALSO ASSIST IN WRITING IN OTHER FORUM TO REJECT ANY OF HIS ADVERT .

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Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by TOKUGAWA(m): 10:05am On Nov 22, 2013
seconded
soft77: THIS FORUM HAS REALY HELPED CATFISH FARMERS ALL OVER NIGERIA TO GET TOGETHER, I LIKE THE FAITH WE ARE ALL KEEPING TOGETHER TO FLOSH OUT ANY INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP ,WHO WANTS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS FORUM. TO ME , I HAVE SHARED IDEAS HERE AND I HAVE GOT KNOWLEDGE HERE ,WE HAVE TO PROTECT THIS FORUM CAUSE IF WE ALLOW PEOPLE LIKE AQUATIC1 TO KILL IT .NOT SURE WE CAN GET ANOTHER FORUM ON CATFISH LIKE THIS .THIS FORUM IS JUST LIKE THE BIBLE OF CATFISH FARMING EVERYTHING IS ELABORATED CLEARLY HERE. AQUATIC 1 MUST EXPLAIN TO EVERYBODY HERE OR FOREVER OUT OF THIS FORUM , NO BODY HERE SHOULD DEAL WITH HIM OR RECOMEND ANYBODY TO HIM. HE NEEDS TO FEEL THE POWER OF OUR TOGETHERNESS.I WILL ALSO ASSIST IN WRITING IN OTHER FORUM TO REJECT ANY OF HIS ADVERT .
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by DBounty(m): 10:50am On Nov 22, 2013
Hi every1 in d house,i'm preparing to hatch.pls kindly assist with every useful tips to make huge success.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by ayosat(m): 2:24pm On Nov 22, 2013
DBounty: Hi every1 in d house,i'm preparing to hatch.pls kindly assist with every useful tips to make huge success.
bro I hope u have the time for it. make sure the brood stock you r using is mature enough. if possible get your brood stock from a farm that also hatch. at least by this they would know if their fish is hatching or not. sometime hatching takes time and money, and if u have 0 knowledge about hatching, do get someone that can put u thru cos u may not be able to do it by itself.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by DBounty(m): 2:52pm On Nov 22, 2013
Thanks bro.more wisdom 2 ur skul. Lol. Pls other gurus kindly share ur knowledge. Dr. Robonski,where a u?
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by lexy91: 3:56pm On Nov 22, 2013
DBounty: Hi every1 in d house,i'm preparing to hatch.pls kindly assist with every useful tips to make huge success.

Dbounty, it is easier to raise juvenile to table size using trial and error method compare to hatching. No one is perfect, but you need a good knowledge of hatching techniques. Lack of such knowledge could result into losing virtually all fries within few days, which is very rare in juveniles. I will advice u to visit farms that do hatch, and also engage and experience hand in your first and second trial.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by mickyfish(m): 6:42pm On Nov 22, 2013
DBounty: Hi every1 in d house,i'm preparing to hatch.pls kindly assist with every useful tips to make huge success.
Its a gud idear 4 u 2 spawn(hatch) bcuz it place u on d advantageous side , but u need. 2 make sure u v everything in ur Hatchery otherwise u'll fail. Ther is no shotcut in hatchery operation like u may v in d grow-out operation. Pls b prepared bcuz opportunity favour d prepared minds.
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by mickyfish(m): 6:58pm On Nov 22, 2013
DBounty: Hi every1 in d house,i'm preparing to hatch.pls kindly assist with every useful tips to make huge success.
What kind of operational system do u v in place in ur hatchery?
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by DBounty(m): 7:13pm On Nov 22, 2013
Operational system as in? Pls how do u mean?
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by pweetyface(f): 7:31pm On Nov 22, 2013
robonski15:

I spent the 2 million overtime in the space of TWO AND HALF YEARS.... My first stock was 5000 fingerlings which I bought for 20 naira each.. And feeding them with about 700,000 naira,I still have the records.. At harvest I only sold about 300,000 there by making a lose of roughly 400,000, if u minus feeding and the purchase of the fingerlings..Of which I did not even add salary, fuel,drugs etc..

I harvested 5 times within the two and half years.. Of which I consequently lost money all through..roughly With my calculations its even more than the 2million naira...

I know I could learn it in lagos but like I said earlier on most of the farm I visited where not even sure of what they where really doing..they only told me what I know already... I had to source for a training outside because I wanted a different training to what others are doing.. I thank God I took the right step to learn from songhai..
Thanks






just stumbled on ur post,its so educating,I just finished my IT from songhai rivers,d work was so stressful but very educating.....I really learnt a
# lot dere
Re: Hidden Truths About Catfish Business!!! by DBounty(m): 8:14pm On Nov 22, 2013
Hi all in d house, thanks 2 all who responded 2 my request. Pls i stil need more specific nitty gritty of hatching. Ur knowledge and experiences are my assets. Luv is Sharing,tanz

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