Author name: John Irungu

Preparing Your Fish Farm Before Stocking Fingerlings: A Complete Guide for Better Survival and Growth

Preparing Your Fish Farm Before Stocking Fingerlings: A Complete Guide for Better Survival and Growth

Successful fish farming begins long before fingerlings are introduced into a pond, tank, or cage. While many farmers focus on sourcing quality fingerlings, the condition of the production system before stocking is equally important. Even the healthiest fingerlings can experience high mortality, slow growth, or disease outbreaks if they are introduced into an environment that […]

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Understanding Fish Feed Choosing the Right Nutrition for Maximum Growth

Understanding Fish Feed: Choosing the Right Nutrition for Maximum Growth

Fish feed is one of the most important factors determining the success of any aquaculture enterprise. Whether raising tilapia in earthen ponds, catfish in tanks, or fish in cages on Lake Victoria, proper nutrition directly influences growth rates, feed efficiency, fish health, production costs, and overall profitability. In Kenya, feed accounts for the largest share

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10 Science-Backed Health Benefits of Eating Fish Regularly

10 Science-Backed Health Benefits of Eating Fish Regularly

Fish has long been recognized as one of the healthiest sources of animal protein, offering an impressive combination of essential nutrients that support overall well-being. In Kenya, fish consumption is steadily increasing as more households, restaurants, schools, hospitals, and health-conscious consumers appreciate its nutritional value and versatility. From tilapia harvested in fish farms across Central

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Cage Farming vs. Pond Farming in Kenya: Choosing the Right Aquaculture System for Your Goals

Aquaculture is becoming one of Kenya’s fastest-growing agricultural enterprises as demand for fish continues to outpace local supply. With increasing awareness of healthy diets, population growth, urbanization, and government support for the blue economy, more farmers and investors are exploring fish farming as a viable agribusiness. However, one of the first and most important decisions

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