ratnagiri Biofloc Farm
A biofloc system tailored for small-scale farmers in a picturesque village setting. It highlights efficient resource use and modern aquaculture practices.
- 80,000 liters – 8 tanks
- 20,000 liters – 8 tanks
Total capacity: 800,000 liters of optimized aquaculture infrastructure designed for rural entrepreneurship.
Date: March 15, 2023
Client: Blue Horizon Aquatics
Project Type: Advanced Covered Biofloc System Installation
About this Project
Ratnagiri Biofloc Farm represents an innovative approach to rural aquaculture, designed specifically to meet the needs of small-scale farmers while maximizing production efficiency. Set against the stunning coastal backdrop of Ratnagiri, this project demonstrates how modern biofloc technology can be adapted to empower local agricultural entrepreneurs.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
- Versatile tank configuration accommodating various fish species and growth stages
- Efficient space utilization maximizing production in limited area
- Advanced water quality management systems with simplified controls
- Energy-efficient operations designed for rural power infrastructure
- Scalable design allowing for gradual expansion as farmers develop expertise
- Integration with existing agricultural activities for a holistic farming approach
CHALLENGES OVERCOME
- Executing construction during heavy monsoon season with constant rain interruptions
- Managing delayed material deliveries that impacted the project timeline
- Performing precision welding under makeshift plastic shelters during rainfall
- Repeatedly dealing with excavations filling with rainwater, requiring continuous drainage
- Adapting work methods to maintain quality standards despite adverse weather
- Maintaining team morale and momentum despite challenging working conditions
Despite these significant obstacles, our team persevered through extremely difficult conditions to complete the project. The continuous rainfall created particularly challenging circumstances for technical work like welding, which had to be conducted under improvised plastic shelters while maintaining precision and safety standards.
WHAT DID WE ACHIEVE
- Successfully established an 800,000-liter biofloc system with 16 tanks across two size categories
- Created a model for small-scale commercial aquaculture that remains economically viable
- Reduced water consumption by approximately 40% compared to traditional methods
- Developed simplified operational procedures accessible to farmers with limited technical background
- Established effective biosecurity protocols appropriate for rural settings
- Built a showcase demonstrating the potential for rural aquaculture entrepreneurship
- Completed a high-quality installation despite extremely challenging weather conditions
IMPACT ON LOCAL COMMUNITY
- Created accessible pathways to aquaculture entrepreneurship for small-scale farmers
- Diversified income sources for agricultural families in the region
- Introduced sustainable protein production strengthening local food security
- Transferred valuable technical skills to community members
- Reduced dependency on seasonal crop cycles through year-round fish production
- Established a practical knowledge hub for biofloc technology implementation
- Demonstrated the commercial viability of environmentally responsible fish farming
With this project, Asha Biofloc has set a benchmark for the future of aquaculture in India, ensuring long-term success for fish farmers while preserving natural resources.
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