Feed accounts for up to 70% of total production cost in fish farming, making feeding strategy one of the most important aspects of farm management. Overfeeding leads to wasted feed, poor water quality, and disease outbreaks, while underfeeding results in slow growth and low profitability.
Farmers should feed according to fish size, age, and activity level while monitoring feeding response. Using high-quality commercial feed and maintaining consistent feeding times improves growth rate and feed conversion ratio (FCR).
Regular observation and record-keeping help farmers adjust feeding plans and reduce waste. Smart feeding management ultimately increases farm efficiency and profitability.