From the beginning of time, farmers have centred their production of agriculture on peasant farming, farms produce, plantation, livestock farming, (crop farming and animal husbandry). It is the basic and popular farming system in Nigeria.

The fish farming system is the system in which fishes are reared for sale or for consumption. In other words, fish farming entails breeding of different varieties of fishes such as Catfish, Tilapia and Mackerel (Tilapia) etc.

This agro-economic sector (Fish Farming) is a fast-growing business and is popular across every market and some strategic locations. Gone are the days when the only means of getting fish is by catching it in the local rivers and ponds through trial and errors.

Fish, it is rich in calcium and phosphorous, and it is equally a great source of iron, zinc, iodine, minerals, magnesium, and potassium.

Fish is one of several prescriptions of medical personnel as a tool for gaining Vitamins and Mineral in its consumption. It’s also contain Omega-3 Fatty acids which are high benefits for the heart proper functioning. Majorly people eat fishes for health benefits and health reasons.

Fish farming is a knowledge-driven sector, and this underscores the importance of training, self-development and consultation and management of fishes. Vaccination and medication; prevention, identification, and treatment.

Fish farming (especially catfish) is the most compatible with the poultry farming system in Nigeria, as you can use the poultry drops to facilitate the production of the feed for your fish.

The fish farming business is a dynamic kind of business. It a business which revolves around innovation on a daily basis. Fish farming is a lucrative business if you are determined and can employ the use of required modern equipment into the business.

Since fish is a major component of both Nigeria and foreign dishes, therefore, it means the number of demands for fish will grow, and the market for fish will continue to grow and expands as fish is required for local consumption or for export purposes.

This is one of the reasons you need to leverage on this opportunity (invest in fish farming) through local fish breeding and supply. you will not only boost this agricultural level in the country, but you will reduce the cost of fishes and create a job avenue. Thereby reducing the level of unemployment and poverty in the country.

Benefits of Fish Farming

1. Fish is Popular

Fishery products are by far the most popular animal products in the market, constituting more than 60% of meat products in the Nigerian market.

2. Fish is Source of Protein

Fish provides one of the highest sources of protein. It is a low-fat high-quality protein that is filled with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins such as D and B2 (riboflavin). Fish is also very rich in calcium and phosphorus and is equally a great source of minerals, such as iron, zinc, iodine, magnesium, and potassium for the body.

3. Fish Sells Quick

Fish is a hot commodity in the market. Fish sells faster than any other animal products in the market and is relatively cheaper than meats, making it the number one choice when it comes to affordability.

4. Fish Matures Quickly

If proper steps and processes are taken fish grows rapidly. Fish grows very fast as practices in fish farming make it possible for farmers to increase the fastness of their fish growth by giving them certain feeds, ensuring that you harvest and sell within the short period of time.

5. Fish Contains Omega-3

The best provider of Omega-3 acid is the proper consumption of fish. Fish is the biggest source of Omega-3 fatty acids which is extremely beneficial to a human heart; Omega-3 helps to keep our heart and brain very healthy. Since the human body doesn’t produce Omega-3 fatty acids, the only source through which we can get it is by what we eat, that is where fish comes to the rescue.

6. Fish Farming is Profitable

Fish farming is very profitable. With proper planning and good management, N3 million investment in fish farming could easily result in N4 million of pure profit within six months.