How Much Does It Cost To Construct A Fish Pond In Uganda

How Much Does It Cost To Construct A Fish Pond In Uganda

A fish pond or fishpond is a controlled pond, small artificial lake or retention basin that is stocked with fish and is used in aquaculture for fish farming

Cost To Constructing A Fish Pond In Uganda

The costs of constructing a fish pond may range from Shs1m and upwards depending on how big the pond is. It is influenced by the hire price for the excavation and managing the pond is also labour intensive. Fingerlings can be purchased from NaFRRI with each one costing Shs200.

How do you build a local fish pond?

Build your pond in successive steps:

  1. clear all vegetation, rocks, etc.
  2. remove the top soil and keep it aside.
  3. mark the limits of the inside banks at ground level.
  4. mark the limits of the inside banks at bottom level.
  5. dig inside these last limits by layers of 20 cm (upper end) to 30 cm (lower end)

Is fish pond business profitable?

Fish farming is very profitable. As in other types of agriculture, the level of profit is seldom excessive. Fish farming is a good retirement activity. Running a fish farm requires hard physical work and can be stressful.

How deep is a fish pond in Uganda?

The pond must be 1.5 metre deep and the walls have to be slanting for free flow of water and easy drainage. Concrete fish tanks are good for farmers especially where there is no frequent water flow. It must contain water seepage for control of water flow and there should be a provision for aeration.

Which fish farming is most profitable?

Tilapia farming which originated in the Middle East and Africa has now become the most profitable business in most countries. Tilapia has become the second most popular seafood after crab, due to which its farming is flourishing. It has entered the list of best selling species like shrimp and salmon.

How do I start a fishing business in Uganda?

Below are the simple steps to follow to start a fishing business in Uganda

  1. Secure land. Any location is good since fish does not cause any environmental disturbance. …
  2. Construct ponds.
  3. Dig a borehole.
  4. Overhead tank.
  5. Juvenile fish.
  6. Get training.
  7. Capital.

How much does fish cost in Uganda?

In 2022, the approximate price range for Uganda Fish is between US$ 1.96 and US$ 1.17 per kilogram or between US$ 0.89 and US$ 0.53 per pound(lb). The price in Uganda Shilling is UGX 6998.35 per kg. The average price for a tonne is US$ 1959.54 in Jinja and Kampala.