Blog
Health Benefits of Eating Seafood – Is Seafood Safe?
Fish is one of the main sources of protein around the world. It’s also the number one choice of people when they go out to eat. But people often wonder is seafood safe? Is it as good for you as you thought it was? This article will talk about health benefits and...
Could Insects be Alternative to Fish Meal in Aquaculture?
Aquaculture uses proteins such as fish meal, meat, and soy protein to feed fish. However, insect based meal could also play a major role in feeding fish in aquaculture, and could become a sustainable alternative to fish meals. Finding sustainable feed for aquaculture...
DIY – Build a Natural Fish Pond in Your Backyard
Having a fish pond in your backyard could really turn your backyard into an exciting garden. It would not only be entertaining and healthy but it would also increase the value of your house. You could build a really beautiful garden with a pond in your backyard if you...
Use of Probiotics in Aquaculture – Does it Really Work?
Probiotics are widely used today in aquaculture. What are they? How do you obtain them? Do they really work? This article will discuss several aspects of probiotic use in aquaculture. We usually think of germs as something that causes disease. However, germs can be...
5 Surprising Facts about Fish Farming that Everyone Ought to Know
Fish is a delicious and healthy food which is also very popular. Fish farming has been around for thousands of years, and today, it’s one of the fastest growing industries around the world. We all love some sort of fish or seafood, but there are many surprising facts...
Ornamental Fish & Plants in Aquaponic System
An aquaponic system could become a unique piece of attraction for your home. Aquaponic systems can be used to raise ornamental fish and grow plants, along with many other benefits. If you want to keep ornamental fish and plants in an aquaponic system to decorate your...
Threats to Wild Freshwater Fish Population
Freshwater fish are crucial source of food for many people around the world. They are also important for game and recreation industries. However, freshwater fish are disappearing fast and there is not much we are doing about it. Wild freshwater fish in the rivers...
Meet the World’s First Warm-Blooded Fish Opah
Opah is the world’s first warm blooded fish. This tire shaped silver colored fish, also known as the moonfish, is a deep sea dwelling fish. It is indeed the world's only fully warm blooded fish ever discovered. Opah has surprised many scientists because they have just...
Top 5 Aquatic Plants for your Fish Tank or Aquarium
One way to make your fish tank look vibrant and lively is to add some aquatic plants. Adding natural plants in your aquarium also provide oxygen, food, and natural water filtration for your fish. Aquarium plants are a great way to create a natural ecosystem for your...
How to Control Microsporidian Parasites in Shrimp Farms
Parasites and diseases harm your shrimp farming business. Population of pathogens, bacteria and parasites could significantly impact your shrimp farm and reduce your production, or wipe out your entire crop if not kept under control in time. Shrimp is one of the...
5 Fish to Raise In Your Aquarium or Home Pond
Got a backyard pond? Or maybe you are thinking about getting an aquarium for your home. For outside ponds you have to consider several things before buying your juvenile fish. Raising fish in your backyard pond or in an aquarium is an excellent idea. Having colorful...
Tips on Feeding Your Fish – Reduce Aquaculture Feed Costs
Just like any other business, profit from fish farms also depends on cutting costs and increasing revenue. Improving feed to fish conversion and finding cost effective fish feeds could increase your profit. To increase profit from your fish farm you need to know...
The Future of Eco-Friendly Fish Farming Systems
Aquaculture can reduce the pressure on wild caught fish. If you are a consumer, you may already have an idea whether your fish came from a fish farm or where wild-caught. But how many of us know about the environmental impacts? In the U.S. we import over 80% of the...
Start Your Own Home Based Fish Farming Business for Profit
Fish is a very healthy and nutritious protein which is popular around the world. Industrial fish farming, or aquaculture, provides almost half the seafood around the world and this is expected to increase. Fish is a delicious and nutritious protein source that is also...
Common Aquarium or Fish Farm Diseases & Treatments
When you own a fish farm or even if you are just raising some fish in your aquarium or pond, you need to keep your fish free from diseases. Here is a list of fish illnesses, prevention, and cures. Disease is a natural part of raising fish, whether in aquaculture or...
Backyard Veggie & Fish Farm in a Barrel – Your Organic Farm at Home
Yes, you could have your very own organic backyard veggie and fish farm at home. A veggie fish farm is built on an aquaponic system that you could use to grow vegetables and raise fish at the same time in the same space. The thing I like about fish is that it’s a...
Common Health Questions of Eating Fish
Fish is often referred to as an ultimate superfood. Oily fish such as salmon, sardines, and mackerels are packed with heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids. There are many other health benefits of eating fish beyond their omega fatty acid content. We will address some of...
5 Approaches to Making Aquaculture Sustainable
There is a huge demand for seafood around the world. Seafood makes up one sixth of all animal based proteins consumed around the world. With the increase in demand for seafood, comes the demand for sustainable aquaculture. New research has shown that since the...