4.2.4 Netcages
Pond culture is the oldest and most prevalent means of farming fish and aquatic animals.In a state like Wisconsin, and worldwide for that matter, 60% of total aquaculture production is done in pond culture.
If you plan to raise trout in ponds in West Virginia, consider the following factors.
Cages for fish culture have been constructed from a variety of materials and in practically every shape and size imaginable. Basic cage construction requires that cage materials be strong, durable, and non- toxic.
Cage culture of fish utilizes existing water resources but encloses the fish in a cage or basket which allows water to pass freely between the fish and the pond.
