Fish farming business in India

Dear friends Fish farming is also one of the most profitable business in India. Demand of fish is gradually increasing and the main resources of fish are sea and rivers but the quantity of fish is gradually decreasing in these natural resources due to huge consumption and demand as per current population in India. Therefore setting up of commercial fish farming is must to meet up the market demand. So fish farming would be a very profitable business for you.

In general terms, this is a capital intensive business. In addition, it requires specific skills, knowledge, experience and daily monitoring. Basically, you should also pay attention to each minor issue. However, according to the investment capacity and the area of ​​the water body, you must prepare a business plan.

Before starting the business, you must identify the capital requirement at each stage of the business. In addition, you must have a marketing plan for your product. Due to the highly perishable nature, you must identify the market before harvesting the fish.

But friends before starting a fish farming business you should have complete knowledge about basic requirements and Fish farming license etc.

While you are starting a fish farming business, following things you should keep in mind.

Here you will get detailed information about what are the major requirements before starting fish farming business in India.

Requirement for fish farming in india

1.To obtain Fish farming license

Fish farming business is a very profitable business in India and need Fish Farming License before starting fish farming commercially.

2. Site Selection

First, identify a suitable site to establish a fish farm. Site selection is the most important aspect of this business. Select the site according to the species of fish that are raised.
Verify soil quality. You must have a clear and adequate water source to raise fish commercially. In addition, ensure a water retention capacity of more than 1 meter for at least 6 months per year.

3. Preparation of fish pond

Preparation of pond is very important factor for this business. There are two types of fish farming is done in pond one is seasonable and other is permanent type. On that places where enough water is not available in all season, there seasonable pond is prepared. In this type of pond fast growing fish are harvested. Pond should be properly checked before harvesting seeds that there is any leakage or not. Before filling up water in pond all fertilizer systems should be developed. Check the pond walls regularly. You should avoid a broken wall of the pond.

4.Selection of Fish Breeds 

In fish farming, selection of fish breeds is very important. Select fish species carefully according to the climatic condition and local market demand. In india Katla, Rohu, Tuna, Grass Sharp etc. are mainly found this type of fish can adjust herself with monsoon and other conditions. This type of fish are easily available in market and price are also lower. Therefore selection of this type of fish will be more fruitful.

Find reliable suppliers for fish eggs, fry and fish feed. These are very crucial in the fish farming business.

5. Maintenance of Fish

For daily maintenance of fishes, you will have to employ some labour also who will feed them timely. There is requirement of regular check up of water to refrain from diseases. Since diseases can spread to all from one fish.

6. To maintain quality of water

It is very important to maintain quality of water. You will have to clean pond one times or two times in a month to maintain water quality. PH value should be balanced properly around 7 to 8 and it is very necessary to get clean water. Due to clean water and balanced PH value the production capacity of fishes is also increased.

Requirements of equipment in fish farming

Check the requirements of specific equipment and tools for your fish farming. Here are given name of some equipment required as per your business plan.

Plastic pond for fish farming : This type of equipment is required when you are planning for fish farming on small scale. You can make a artificial pond at roof or at small place also from plastic and wire mesh etc.

Equipment to check water quality : There are some equipments are required to check water TDS and PH value etc.

Other Equipment : Pump are required fill water in pond,  Weighing scale is to required measurement etc.

Before starting a commercial fish farming, it is advisable to have a comprehensive business plan. Like any other livestock, here you can also expect income at the time of harvest. We hope that this list of the 11 best fish farming business ideas will help you start your own business.