One of the most profitable agribusinesses you can start in Mbaise is a catfish processing business, also known as catfish smoking. Starting a catfish processing business is easy and low-stress. The process of catfish processing involves buying catfish in wholesale from farmers, cleaning and washing it, smoke-drying it, packaging it in a branded polythene pack, and marketing it by distributing it to supermarkets, retail outlets, open markets, and consumers. JMeggro Farms is the primary source of catfish in Mbaise, making it easy to source high-quality raw materials that is fresh live catfish.

There are several advantages to starting a catfish processing business, including a small capital requirement, the ability to start on a small scale, and a highly unsaturated market for smoked catfish. This business is suitable for both fish farmers and non-fish farmers.

To start a catfish processing business, you will need a smoke-drying oven, a factory or shed to house the oven and other equipment, a reliable source of catfish, a complete set of knives, bowls, salt, spices, and other necessary items, branded packages, and an electric nylon sealer or stapler.

The process of catfish processing begins with cleaning the fish, removing the gills and intestine, and washing them in clean running water. Then, the fish are treated with salt in a process called brining. This firms up the flesh and improves the taste of the fish. After brining, the fish are spiced, and then smoked and dried in the oven. Finally, the fish are weighed into units, packaged, and sealed to prevent dust and germs from getting into the fish.

JMeggro Farms is dedicated to providing high-quality and sustainably-raised catfish to customers in Mbaise and beyond. With a capacity of up to 10,000 catfishes, JMeggro is committed to promoting food security and creating rural jobs. JMeggro Farms is dedicated to providing the highest quality catfish and excellent customer service. The company is also committed to adopting sustainable practices to improve the long-term viability of the farm, and to supporting the well-being and satisfaction of its customer.

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