Feeding
tilapia in ponds involves a balance of good nutrition, proper feeding
techniques, and pond management. Here's a simple guide to help you do it right:
1. Choose the Right Feed
· Commercial Pellets (Recommended):
o Starter feed (0.5 – 1 mm): For fry.
o Grower feed (2 – 4 mm): For juveniles.
o Finisher feed (4 – 6 mm): For adult tilapia.
· Protein Content:
o Fry: 35–40% protein.
o Juveniles: 30–35%.
o Adults: 25–30%.
· Optional Supplements:
o You can also feed them vegetable
matter like duckweed, cassava leaves, or kitchen vegetable scraps as
supplementary feed.
2. Feeding Frequency
· Fry (0–1 month): 4–5 times a day.
· Juveniles (1–3 months): 2–3 times a day.
· Adults (3+ months): 1–2 times a day.
3. Feeding Rate
Feed
about 3–5% of the fish's body weight per day. Example:
· If your fish biomass is 100 kg, feed 3–5 kg of
feed per day.
Adjust
based on:
· Water temperature.
· Fish size.
· Growth rate.
4. Feeding Method
· Broadcast feeding: Scatter feed across the pond surface.
· Feeding trays or rings: Monitor feed intake and reduce waste.
· Always feed at the same time and place to
condition the fish.
5. Monitor Feeding
· Observe how much feed is eaten in 15–20
minutes.
· If uneaten feed is left, reduce the next day's
ration.
· If feed is quickly consumed, slightly increase
the ration.
6. Best Time to Feed
· Early morning and late afternoon are ideal.
· Avoid feeding during very hot midday or cold
times.
7. Water Quality
· Overfeeding causes pollution.
· Remove uneaten feed.
· Keep water well-oxygenated and clean.
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