Why Pond Health Advisory?
Fish farming supports millions of Indian livelihoods
Around 3 to 14 billion fishes are farmed in India each year. That’s almost ten times the number of all other farmed vertebrate animals in India combined! Hence, fish farming supports the livelihoods of lakhs of farming households. Yet most farmers receive little to no technical support, leaving them exposed to disease outbreaks and preventable losses.
Disease and poor water quality devastate harvests
Many fish farms in India face recurring challenges: disease during the monsoon, poor water quality, and overcrowding. For small and marginal farmers, a single mortality event can wipe out an entire season's income.
Sustainable farming is good for farmers, fishes, and the environment
As Indians, we have a fundamental duty to protect and improve the natural environment and care for all living beings. Better aquaculture practices reduce chemical and antibiotic use, protect local water bodies, and lead to healthier harvests.
Improved welfare of fishes benefits farmers and the environment.
By treating farmed fishes better, we decrease disease and mortality rates on the farm, and reduce the chemical burden on the surrounding environment, promoting more sustainable business and a healthier society.
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