Gabriel Thomas Kimeu, 27, is a computer science graduate who set up a RAS tilapia, catfish and ornamental fish farm in eastern Kenya and has major ambitions to grow.
Bangladesh has experienced a significant surge in fish production over the last 12 years, primarily driven by the farming of pangasius, tilapia and Gangetic koi (Anabas cobojius).
Zoramhluna, the founder of Zo Aquatics - a company that farms and sells a range of ornamental fish in the India's northeast state of Mizoram - believes that the sector is set to grow has scope grow.
Part I of this series covered the ornamental aquaculture industry and how to get a successful business started. This second instalment offers insights into the types of businesses and discusses options for the varieties of fish to produce.
Yarangjang Imchen claims to be the first ornamental fish and shellfish farmer in the landlocked state of Nagaland in northeast India, operating 40 tanks in his backyard.
Until recently, Assam depended heavily on other Indian states to fulfil its demand for fish. However, it has increased its aquaculture production significantly in the past five years, thanks in part to government incentives.
Nick James, the founder of South Africa’s legendary Rivendell Hatchery, looks back on a colourful aquacultural career as he prepares to put his life’s work on the market.
We look at another side to fish farming in India – rearing ornamental species for display is proving profitable for many small-scale operators, and in particular for women, in West Bengal.
