robonski15:

I pray things come back to normality. Expecting your feed back sir.

excelsiorfarm:
there cannot be uniform price when it comes to food production. Areas of agriculture that can effectively be regulated are vet doctor, extension officers and APH workers,others can only be licensed.

That is why there is CAPRO etc. About quacks? what is the profession experience or qualification that would be use e.g all teachers without teacher training can be referred to as quack, irrespective of the level of qualification(degree) because they are not train teachers to impact knowledge.

Teaching like fish farming,poultry,piggery etc can be considered an occupation because unemployed graduate find them as last resort after no jobs. Until unemployment issue is solved, the nation should keep waiting for standard regulation

The yardsticks for production isn't like fuel, common source with parameters, in agric, it differs from local government to local government, from states etc

playbrain1089:
@excelsiofarms,i disagree with u on ur analysis that some graduates go into a noble proffession like fish farming because of unemployment which means they shouldnt do things right,i have a mantra which says whatever that is what doing should be done properlly.going tru the four walls of a higher institution should prepared u both mentally&otherwise in whatever field u find urself&u should be able 2make d best out of it.why?because u already have d basic foundation 2suceed in life.now if a young jobless engineer graduate wants 2become a fish farmer what stop him or her from getting the basic practical training from hatching to management etc. instead of just goin 2d internet to download all what nt and we be using thdt 2decieve people dat genuinely have interest in the proffession jst because he is a jobless graduate who wants 2makes ends meet.bt if dere is system dat checkmate practicing fish farmers,quacks wil b reduce 2d bearest minimum,in dat if u dont hav a practicing license,no one wil take u serious.

pumppie:
Hello all, sorry for the delay as I am not in any way keeping us in suspense. Please let me say that what I am about to reveal is not something unusual and not a top secret, and like I said we can modify and improve on it. It’s just a template of some sort. Please also note that prices of feeds have changed since the last time this model was used. And harvest time was 2 months and 3 days. Some schools of thought, are of the opinion that you must hatch before you can make it big in mélange farming, this is not always the case. Cos truth is we cannot all hatch, even though hatching will definitely save u some cash but it also comes at a cost (N). Just ensure you get your fingerlings from a reputable breeder and pay attention to quality issue. What I’m presenting to u was achieved by a client last month.
Before I proceed let me shed light on some obstacles to attaining this target.

1. Low quality fingerlings: Please and please MAKE SURE ur fingerlings are of very FINE QUALITY and must be picking 1.5MM conveniently.
2. Apply the recommended mélange spacing ( don’t over stock a particular pond)
3. Don’t under feed: though there are recommended feeding schedule based on body weight, I feed to satiation but avoid wastage. Feed twice in a day and avoid feeding late at night.
4. Effectively use multivitamins: I use aqua pro and livstovit.
5. Effective water management.

COST
1. Fingerlings @ N10 x 6000 N60,000
2. 1.5mm coppen @ N4000 x 3 N12,000
3. 2mm Durante(scretting) @ N5,550 x 8 N 44,000
4. 3mm coppen @ N6000 x 8 N48,000
5. 4mm Vital feed @ N4,250 x 48 N204,000
6. Aqua pro @ N350 x 2 N700
7. Livstovit @ N500 x 1 N500

TOTAL COST: N369, 200

Total Kg (after 2 months plus): 1920kg

N;B (1) mélange is sold in bowls(bafs) usually containing 30kg/bowl for this cycle, 64bowls were obtained.

;B (2) : he sold @450/kg, thus total sales was N864,000.
Gross profit: N864, 000 – N369, 200 = N494, 800 (excluding miscellaneous)

N:B (3): I don’t use vital, I use durante (sktretting) (4MM ) but I suggested vital to him for convenience sake cos it floats unlike durante which requires spot feeding and patience to use.

N:B (4): you should target an average 300g to make profit, however you will find out that a reasonable number will even attain 400/ 500g.

N:B (5): I normally sell at N430/kg, but he was able to sell at 450/kg which I think we should all insist on selling now (feeds and cost of running this business is quite higher now).

I am currently trying out alla aqua (3mm) at the moment cos coppen has increased drastically. Will update when the cycle is complete. Please if there are areas to be elaborated on I will be willing to, regards.

robonski15:

I pray things come back to normality. Expecting your feed back sir.

playbrain1089:
If my eyes are nt playing tricks on me.the answer 2ur question is bio-filter& one of their function is basically 2maintain water quality.e.g 2remove amonia,nitrites,solid particles from water.

pumppie:
Hello all, sorry for the delay as I am not in any way keeping us in suspense. Please let me say that what I am about to reveal is not something unusual and not a top secret, and like I said we can modify and improve on it. It’s just a template of some sort. Please also note that prices of feeds have changed since the last time this model was used. And harvest time was 2 months and 3 days. Some schools of thought, are of the opinion that you must hatch before you can make it big in mélange farming, this is not always the case. Cos truth is we cannot all hatch, even though hatching will definitely save u some cash but it also comes at a cost (N). Just ensure you get your fingerlings from a reputable breeder and pay attention to quality issue. What I’m presenting to u was achieved by a client last month.
Before I proceed let me shed light on some obstacles to attaining this target.

1. Low quality fingerlings: Please and please MAKE SURE ur fingerlings are of very FINE QUALITY and must be picking 1.5MM conveniently.
2. Apply the recommended mélange spacing ( don’t over stock a particular pond)
3. Don’t under feed: though there are recommended feeding schedule based on body weight, I feed to satiation but avoid wastage. Feed twice in a day and avoid feeding late at night.
4. Effectively use multivitamins: I use aqua pro and livstovit.
5. Effective water management.

COST
1. Fingerlings @ N10 x 6000 N60,000
2. 1.5mm coppen @ N4000 x 3 N12,000
3. 2mm Durante(scretting) @ N5,550 x 8 N 44,000
4. 3mm coppen @ N6000 x 8 N48,000
5. 4mm Vital feed @ N4,250 x 48 N204,000
6. Aqua pro @ N350 x 2 N700
7. Livstovit @ N500 x 1 N500

TOTAL COST: N369, 200

Total Kg (after 2 months plus): 1920kg

N;B (1) mélange is sold in bowls(bafs) usually containing 30kg/bowl for this cycle, 64bowls were obtained.

;B (2) : he sold @450/kg, thus total sales was N864,000.
Gross profit: N864, 000 – N369, 200 = N494, 800 (excluding miscellaneous)

N:B (3): I don’t use vital, I use durante (sktretting) (4MM ) but I suggested vital to him for convenience sake cos it floats unlike durante which requires spot feeding and patience to use.

N:B (4): you should target an average 300g to make profit, however you will find out that a reasonable number will even attain 400/ 500g.

N:B (5): I normally sell at N430/kg, but he was able to sell at 450/kg which I think we should all insist on selling now (feeds and cost of running this business is quite higher now).

I am currently trying out alla aqua (3mm) at the moment cos coppen has increased drastically. Will update when the cycle is complete. Please if there are areas to be elaborated on I will be willing to, regards.

pearlyfish:
@playbrain thank you so much for your prompt reply, i appreciate it. But is it water from the vat that passes through that system or water from the clean water source? Thanks again. Awaiting your reply sir.

playbrain1089:
Bio-filters are mostly use in (RAS)i.e.Recirculatory Aquacultural System.And the idea is 2recycle used water.the answer 2ur question is yes,water from the vat will be recycle&in d process will pass tru d bio-filter.but d system is a little bit complex.

hankkk:
Does anybody need an extra hand with his catfish farm?I just completed my nysc and I'm looking for a fish farm to start working.. I have vast experience in fish farming business( from hatching to sorting to harvesting and everything in between). I reside around Isolo,if you're interested in my services you can contact me on 08126401351. thanks

chilanfarms:
# ur application is poor.

hankkk:
I am very passionate about fish farming and I have vast experience in the business. I just finished my nysc and I'm looking for a job in a fish farm. I reside in Lagos and my number is 08126401351.thanks

mercylicious:
i also recommend we stock up feeds. The main austerity measure is coming.

Am so happy another female has done it in fish farming. kudos to the op exam hall. Please imolites should help her access the market.
@examhall, try and sort your fish before you sell ooo. u also need an experienced farmer to help you make your first sale. buy a scale and use it. dont sell like lagos ppl, catfish is more expensive here in the east especially if you have the right size and right quantity. you can sell directly to market women since you just have 1500 fish. you can ask the people you buy feed from to help you with contacts of ppl dt buy in bulk.

@cleo, please inform her the current price in ihiala so that she have an idea what she is

@Ttalk that started producing local feed for his stock b4 this austerity, u don hammer be dat.

fzero:

What is wrong with u , y do u like abusin and causin problem everywhere u step in. From aquabren to Nairaland. Everyone should watch out for this fellow, nothing good comes out of you. All ur plans will fail on this thread.

playbrain1089:
@Belexyfarms,i share in ur opinion,but why a uniform price is not visible right now is mahnly due to d fact dat the fishery sector is not well monitored.e.g.if d fishery society of nigeria(fison)can find a way 2regulate d sector to make fish farming more proffessional,just like u have in accounting were u have 2be a chattered accountant 4u 2b taking seriously,then u might want 2ask why nt fishery,what stop us 4rm having chattered fisheries personel that knws d nitty gritty of fish farming.not just any mungo park waking up in d morning&say he or she is a fish farmer.i ask can u just wake up&start parading urself as a lawyer or an accountant?without having pass tru law school&then call 2d bar,likewise an accountant u need 2b ICAN certified 2be taken serious.if d same principle is applied 2d fishery sector then we can have direction in d sector.i am nt saying one must be a fishery graduate 2pratice fish farming,but for sanity sake there shud be a working body that gives operating license 2intending fish farmers

robonski15:
My fellow farmers and aspiring farmers fish business is no joke.. Its not what u toil with, its serious business.. Before u venture into it go and learn it practically.. Go to a good farm to see for youself.. Majority of the people that claim to be in the business are thieves.. They have sugar coated mouth to lure people into it and take their money...

I had to sqeeze out time to write this little piece for aspiring and practising farmers..

I am not here to sell any manual/books fingerlings or juvenile please.. Am here to answer any sort of question you need to know about catfish farming.. Feel free to ask me because I want the best for everybody,let's share ideas and make money together rather than exploiting people... So am all ears to your questions.. GOD BLESS YOU ALL..

visit www.agricnetwork.com to learn more about catfish farming business and also connect with other fish farmers. like us on [url]facebook.com/agricnetwork[/url]

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


Na wa o fish even feds more than humans imagine feeding fish with 700k

Ttalk:


Finally, i want to say, it is possible use our 2 in 1 diesel powered grinding and pelletising machine to provide electricity to your farm with the help of alternator, making your diesel engine to perform multiple functions such as grinding of feedstuff, pelletising and powering your farm rather than using your generating set as a sole source of power. This is what i am presently working on and shall be unveiled to member when it is completed. My people, lets put heads together and share ideas, experience on how to take this business to next level. Your contributions, critiques and opinion is highly welcome.

Note: MY MOTIVE IS NOT TO MARKET OR PROMOTE ANY PRODUCT BUT TO SHARE WITH HOUSE LITTLE THINGS THAT CAN ADD VALUE TO OUR BUSINESSES

Pamelayoung:


God bless you more my brother, I was thinking about going into fish farming didn't know it cost that much.

fzero:

What is wrong with u , y do u like abusin and causin problem everywhere u step in. From aquabren to Nairaland. Everyone should watch out for this fellow, nothing good comes out of you. All ur plans will fail on this thread.

KayDawodu:

Calm down chief. There's nothing wrong with letting the guy know his application is poor. Maybe he could have worded the criticism differently but it's all for the better. Trust me, he'll face a lot more of those in the future while trying to secure a job and also in other aspects of life.
As for your allegations, the world needs people like Chilan Farms to balance things out. As far as I know, he hasn't caused any troubles on Aquabren. Stop being paranoid