
The Aquaculture Podcast Show - Resource Efficiency in Catfish Farming | Ep. 2
Mar 31, 2025In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we dive into a recent study on resource productivity and cost efficiency in U.S. catfish aquaculture. The study examines 38 farms across several states, providing key insights into land, water, energy, and labor use. We highlight how intensive farming systems like split ponds and aerated ponds are outperforming traditional methods. Tune in for data-driven strategies to improve farm operations. Listen now on all major platforms!
Inspired by the 2023 article titled "Resource productivity and costs of aquaculture practices: Economic-sustainability perspectives from US catfish farming" by Kumar, Ganesh, et al.
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What will you learn:
- Resource productivity
- Cost efficiency strategies
- Key performance indicators
- Intensified farming systems
- Feed cost challenges