Fisheries

Barramundi feed development trial in Western Province, Papua New Guinea

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Overview

This project aimed to assist collaborations in PNG to establish a marine fish hatchery and undertake some small-scale trials on cage culture of barramundi in Western Province, in Papua New Guinea.

Project outcomes

  • Provided advice on culture methods and operation of hatchery facilities; on extensive larval rearing methods for producing juveniles; on establishing community based inland lake and river cage, and estuary and sea cage operations; on feed management options; and on on stock enhancement of barramundi.
  • Identified operational priorities and helped plan R&D activities for barramundi and other indigenous species. 
  • Identified technical expertise to assist with hatchery operations.

Project final report