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Introduction to African catfish farming
Welcome to our training on the basics of growing African catfish! You will learn all there is to know about raising catfish in this free catfish farming course, from breeding and hatching through feeding and water quality control. You've come to the right place if you're looking for an excellent catfish farming course!You will gain a thorough understanding of the methods and procedures used in catfish farming after taking our course. We also have a ton of tools and resources available if you're searching for free catfish farming training to get you started in the business. Our course is created to provide you with the knowledge and abilities you need to be successful in the fascinating world of African catfish farming, regardless of your level of farming expertise.
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Introduction to African catfish (Clarias gariepinus)
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Introductory Quiz
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Site selection and preparation
Anyone who wants to start their own fish farm must take our course on site preparation and selection. We'll go over everything you need to know about picking the ideal area and setting up your farm for success in this free catfish farming course. We'll give you all the equipment and materials you need to establish your farm successfully, from evaluating the quality of the soil and the water supply to constructing ponds and tanks. Regardless of your level of expertise, our catfish farming course will equip you with the knowledge and abilities you need to be successful. Enroll right away to begin your path to a prosperous catfish farm!
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Pond system for African catfish farming
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Construction of an Earthen Pond for Catfish Production
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Site Selection Quiz 1
Equipment and materials needed for African catfish farming
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Equipment Needs for Catfish Production
Site selection for African catfish farming (Earthen Pond)
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Site Selection (Earthen Pond)
Advantages and disadvantages of earthen ponds for African catfish farming
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Concrete pond construction for African catfish farming
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Advantages and disadvantages of concrete ponds for African catfish farming
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Stocking and feeding
Are you curious to learn more about the process of breeding African catfish in tanks or ponds under regulated conditions? If so, you might want to enroll in our stocking and feeding course. The right catfish should be chosen and purchased, your stock should be transported, and your fish should receive the right nutrition. These are all subjects that will be covered in this course to help you keep your fish healthy and happy. We will also go over crucial factors including feeding schedules and rates, as well as methods for keeping track of your feeding habits and making necessary adjustments. Our course is intended to provide you with the abilities and information you need to excel in the field of farming, whether you are a novice or an experienced farmer.
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Stocking of African Catfish
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Introducing Fingerlings into the Pond
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Introduction to feed and nutrition in African catfish farming
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Water quality management
Our course on water quality management will teach you everything you need to know to keep your fish healthy and happy. Water quality is a crucial aspect in the success of any fish farming enterprise. We'll cover everything, from comprehending the numerous elements that affect water quality to putting measures in place for sustaining ideal circumstances. Our course is made to give you the tools and resources you need to succeed, whether you're a novice or an expert farmer. Don't pass up this chance to learn how to control the quality of the water on your farm. Enroll right away to begin your path to success!
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Monitoring water quality in African catfish farming
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Water Quality in Fish Ponds
Improving and maintaining water quality
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Improving Water Quality
Health management
We'll teach you everything you need to know to keep your catfish fish disease free and healthy. Good health management is crucial for the success of any fish farming enterprise. In this topic, we will have a detailed discussion on detecting common health problems to putting techniques for preventing and treating illnesses into practice. Our fish farming course is made to provide you the tools and resources you need to succeed, whether you're a novice or an expert farmer. Don't miss this chance to learn how to keep your fish healthy.Enroll today to get started on the road to success!
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Common diseases of African catfish
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Health Management
Prevention and control of diseases
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Prevention of Diseases in African Catfish Farm
Free Catfish Farming Training
    About Lesson

    Like any aquatic creatures, African catfish are susceptible to a number of ailments that may harm their health and general well-being.
    The following are a few of the most prevalent ailments affecting African catfish:


    Infections brought on by bacteria: These illnesses are brought on by bacteria that can enter a fish’s body through its mouth, gills, or skin.

    • Columnaris: Symptoms include greyish-white lesions on the skin, gills, and fins, as well as difficulty breathing and lethargy.


      Antibiotics including oxytetracycline and amoxicillin are frequently utilized in the treatment of columnaris.


      Isolating sick fish and cleaning the pond or tank is essential to halt the disease’s spread.


      Maintaining good water quality and hygiene standards is necessary to stop further outbreaks.

      The recommended dosage for oxytetracycline for 1kg catfish is 25-50mg/kg body weight. Amoxicillin for catfish is 10-20 mg/kg body weight This dosage can be administered via oral, intramuscular, or intravenous routes.

    • Fin rot: Symptoms include frayed or missing fins, redness or swelling around the fins, and white or grey patches on the fins. This disease can be identified through visual inspection.

      Veterinary treatment for fin rot typically involves the use of antibiotics. Some common drugs used to treat fin rot in African catfish include:

      • Oxytetracycline: This is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of bacterial infections. It is usually administered through water or via injection. It is generally recommended to use a dosage of 20-50 mg/kg of body weight for a period of 3-5 days

      • Sulfadimethoxine: This is another broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against a variety of bacterial infections. It is usually administered through water or via injection. The recommended dosage for Sulfadimethoxine in the treatment of fin rot in catfish is 20-40 mg/kg body weight.

      • Kanamycin: This is a more targeted antibiotic that is specifically effective against gram-negative bacteria, which are a common cause of fin rot. It is usually administered through water or via injection. This drug is currently not approved by the FDA for the treatment of Fin Rot in aquatic animals, although it works pretty well, you might want to stay away from it in the mean time.


    Infections caused by viruses: Viruses can target the immune system of fish, causing a variety of symptoms including edema, inflammation, lethargy, and even death.

    • Infectious Hematopoietic Necrosis (IHN): Symptoms include loss of appetite, lethargy, and abdominal swelling.

    • Lymphocystis: Symptoms include small, white cysts on the skin, gills, and fins, it can be identified through visual inspection.

    • Viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS): VHS is a viral infection that affects the blood vessels of catfish. Symptoms include internal bleeding, swelling, and ulcers on the body. There is no cure for VHS, and infected fish should be euthanized to prevent the spread of the disease.

    Although these types of infections are rare, it doesn’t mean they can not occur. Protect your ponds from easy access by humans, and limit access to only staff to prevent some of these infections.

    Parasitic infections:

    These illnesses are brought on by parasites that can infest the fish’s body and cause lethargy, lack of appetite, and weight loss.

    • Ichthyophthiriasis: Symptoms include small white spots on the skin, gills, and fins, as well as scratching and rubbing against surfaces. This disease can be identified through visual inspection.

    Use of a medicinal bath or dipping solution is the most typical veterinary treatment for Ichthyophthiriasis, often known as Ich or white spot illness.

    Use acriflavine, and change the water within 24 hours to treat itching in catfish

    • Gyrodactylosis: Symptoms include rubbing and scratching against surfaces, as well as white or grey spots on the skin, gills, and fins. This disease can be identified through visual inspection.

      Gyrodactylus is a flatworm parasite that clings to fish’s skin and gills, and it is the source of the parasitic ailment known as gyrodactylosis.
      Small white or gray spots on the skin and gills of the infected fish, as well as an increase in mucus production, lethargy, and odd behavior, are characteristics of the infection.


      Antiparasitic drugs like praziquantel or metronidazole are frequently used to treat gyrodactylosis.
      The veterinary dosage of praziquantel for the treatment of gyrodactylus in African catfish is typically 20-40 mg/kg body weight, administered orally or by injection.

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