Assessment of Production Practices in Fish Farms in Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State

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@article{1715275,
      author = {Ayuba Kaluri, Dr. Nelson Ike Ossai},
      title = {Assessment of Production Practices in Fish Farms in Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2026},
      volume = {9},
      number = {9},
      pages = {1542-1559},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1715275.pdf},
      abstract = {This study assessment of production practices in fish farms in Nsukka local government area, Enugu state. The study adopted a descriptive survey design and multistage sampling techniques was used. The study locations were from the three zones of Nsukka Local Government namely; Nsukka East, Nsukka Central and Nsukka West. Eighteen fish farms across the three zones of Nsukka local government area were used a sample of the study. A well-structured questionnaire was used titled: Evaluation Production Practices in the Fish Farms (EPPFF). The questionnaire was validated by the experts from the Department of Zoology and Environmental Biology as well as the Department of Agricultural Education of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (t-test, ANOVA, Duncan’s New Multiple Range Test and Inferential statistics (Pearson Correlation) using SPSS version 27. A Cronbach’s alpha value of 0.5 and above was considered acceptable for reliability. Results showed that there were Furunculosis is the most predominant across the three locations. The frequency of pond water change correlated positively to parameters of the pond tested, the fish number months of rearing and the size of fish. The level of hydrogen in water (pH) significantly associated negatively with level of parameters tested in pond. The study highlighted the crucial role of maintaining optimal water quality global best practices in fish farms to enhance fish optimal yields. The researcher recommended that the local government should promote sustainable aquaculture practices which will help to reduce waste and improve production efficiency. Regular training and workshops for fish farmers should be organized to enhance their knowledge and skills in aquacultural activities.},
      keywords = {Fish Farming, Stock Density, Feeding Management, Disease Management},
      month = {March},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I9-1715275}
  }