Koi and other ornamentals

Plans to ban the sale of wild-caught fish for the pet trade have caused divisions in the British Veterinary Association (BVA).

An innovative container design has shown promising results for use in international air freight of live fish.

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 …

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 incenti…

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.