Freshwater Aquaculture: A Handbook for Small Scale Fish Culture in North America

Freshwater Aquaculture is the definitive guide to freshwater

aquaculture, an indispensable resource for both professional

aquaculturists and backyard fish growers. William McLarney,

scientist and pioneer in the field, describes every aspect of

aquaculture, from the underlying scientific concepts to stepby-

step instructions for each type, size, and phase of culture.

Numerous species are discussed in detail, from catfish and trout

to freshwater shrimp and clams. The emphasis throughout is

on energy efficiency and ways to work profitably within natural

ecosystems.

Using numerous tables, hints, and details of how and how not

to do it, McLarney proves fish culture need not be hit or miss, with

endless trial and error, financial losses, and discouragement to the

prospective farmer.

Nothing has been overlooked in this guide. As well as

providing all the basic information on the culture of North

American freshwater food fishes, the author has explained the

various aquaculture systems, including those integrated with

plants, land animals, and cage cultures. Pond construction and

repair, water quality and chemistry, marketing and shipping

concerns, diseases, and legal restrictions are all explored.

Freshwater Aquaculture includes cooking methods for the

different species as well as a large appendix describing qualities

such as habitat, ease of culture, and flavor of the thirty-five food

fishes discussed. A thorough resource section provides valuable information on publications, supplies, advice, and training.