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Duties and Tasks
Aquaculture farmers may perform the following tasks: - plan and manage the operation of hatcheries
- transport fish and other aquatic stock to new tanks or beds
- check and maintain water quality to maintain health standards and optimal growing conditions
- identify and control toxins and diseases
- check stock growth rates to determine when to harvest
- direct and oversee the harvesting, grading and packaging of fish and other aquatic stock
- organise the sale, purchase and transportation of fish and aquatic stock
- maintain and study records of farming activities, keep an eye on market activity and plan production accordingly
- manage business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
- manage quality and production to meet customers' needs and identify new business opportunities
- manage the marketing of the farm's produce and maintain business contacts
- select, train and supervise staff and contractors.
Specialisations
Aquaculture farmers may manage either fin fish farming or shellfish farming operations.
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