Questions and Answers
What were the sizes of the earthen ponds used in the study?
Which of the following components was used for feeding the fish?
Which species of tilapia was NOT included in the study?
What was the depth of the ponds used in the different treatments?
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How often were the ponds fertilized during the study?
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What was the application rate of the chicken manure used for fertilization?
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How many times were the experimental treatments replicated among farmers?
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What was the main objective of the study conducted in Chingale area, Zomba?
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Which of the following is NOT a tilapia species studied?
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Which institution does not appear as a participant in the research?
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Study Notes
Research Overview
- Study conducted in Chingale, Zomba, Southern Malawi to investigate growth performance of tilapia species.
- Three tilapia species examined: Oreochromis karongae, Oreochromis shiranus, and Tilapia rendalli.
Experimental Design
- Utilized a factorial design with various pond sizes and water depths.
- Two pond sizes tested: 200 m² and 400 m².
- Two water depths assessed: 0.8 m and 1.2 m.
- Experiment replicated three times across randomly selected farmers.
Fish Management Practices
- Monthly fertilization with fresh chicken manure at a rate of 1 ton per hectare.
- Feeding strategy involved maize bran as a supplement, given at 5% of fish body weight.
Context and Significance
- Study contributes to understanding aquaculture practices in diverse pond conditions across Malawi.
- Findings aim to optimize fish growth and improve aquaculture productivity in small-scale farming settings.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the growth performance of three tilapia fish species, as explored in a research paper published in the International Journal of Fisheries and Aquaculture. Dive deep into the findings and implications of the study in the aquaculture field.
