“Feasibility of Biofloc Fish Farming Technology in Pakistan”
The feasibility of Biofloc fish farming technology in Pakistan was studied to
determine its potential as an alternative to traditional fish farming methods. Biofloc
technology involves the development of a microbial community in the water that
provides the necessary nutrients for fish growth, reducing the need for artificial
feeds and water exchange.
In this study, a thorough analysis was conducted on the financial and
environmental aspects of Biofloc fish farming. The results showed that Biofloc
technology has the potential to reduce production costs, increase fish production,
and reduce environmental pollution.
Furthermore, the study found that Biofloc fish farming has the potential to address
the increasing demand for fish in the country and improve the livelihoods of small-
scale fish farmers.
However, the feasibility of Biofloc technology depends on various factors such as
water quality, availability of inputs, technical skills, and market demand.
Therefore, the study recommends the establishment of pilot projects to test the
technology's feasibility and its practicality on a larger scale.
Overall, the study suggests that Biofloc technology has the potential to be a viable
and sustainable option for fish farming in Pakistan, providing a more
environmentally friendly and economically feasible alternative to traditional
methods.
Keywords: Biofloc fish farming technology, sustainable option, environmentally friendly, economically feasible, farming methods
Tools: Field Experience, Surveys, informal interviews, MS Excel, SPSS
Department: Department of Business Studies
Project Team Members
Name |
Email |
AHMAD ALI
|
ahmadali2019@namal.edu.pk |
NOOR UL HUDA FATIMA
|
noorfatima2019@namal.edu.pk |
Project Poster