VietGAP tilapia farming reaches more than 15 tons/ha

(Baonghean.vn) - The model of raising monosex tilapia according to VietGAP in Duc Thanh commune, Yen Thanh district has had positive results, with a survival rate of 85% and an expected yield of 15.3 tons/ha.

After 6 months of raising, the average weight of fish reached 0.6kg/fish. Photo: Thai Duong

Implemented since April 2017, the model of raising monosex tilapia according to VietGAP was deployed at Mr. Nguyen Quy Cu's household in Chau Linh hamlet, Duc Thanh commune on a water surface area of ​​0.5ha; with a density of 5 fish/m². The model is under the responsibility of Yen Thanh Agricultural Extension Station.

Through practical evaluation, the model has brought positive results, the survival rate of fish reached 85%, the expected yield reached 15.3 tons/ha, an increase of more than 18% compared to the control model; all technical indicators met and exceeded the requirements. After deducting expenses, the model earned a profit of more than 23 million VND in 6 months of farming.

Monosex tilapia is a freshwater fish, easy to raise, grows quickly and is rarely affected by diseases. Photo: Thai Hong

Monosex tilapia is a freshwater fish, easy to raise, grows quickly, is less susceptible to diseases, has delicious meat; can be processed for export food. Therefore, raising fish according to the VietGAP model has opened a new direction in aquaculture development. Currently in Yen Thanh, there is a stable consumer market, creating safe and hygienic food products, associated with job creation for rural workers.

Mr. Nguyen Quy Cu invested in buying an air-turning machine to help the fish grow faster. Photo: Thai Duong

At a recent workshop, delegates proposed that Nghe An Agricultural Extension Center continue to implement the model in other ecological sub-regions in the 2018-2020 period, contributing to the local economic and social development.

Thai Duong - Thai Hong