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Carp Farming V.K. Michaels

Carp Farming By V.K. Michaels

Carp Farming by V.K. Michaels


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Summary

The author's experience in carp farming began about 60 years ago. He has recorded his practical experience in this illustrated book. It is a comprehensive guide to farming carp in temperate waters whether for food, sport or ornament.

Carp Farming Summary

Carp Farming by V.K. Michaels

Centuries ago the carp became the most common table fish in Europe. Quality has been improved by selective breeding and its farming is more economical than most of the salmonids. Wild fish are popular with anglers, while the koi carp are much prized ornamental fish. The author's experience in carp farming began about 60 years ago. He has recorded his practical experience in this illustrated book. It is a comprehensive guide to farming carp in temperate waters whether for food, sport or ornament.

Table of Contents

History of carp culture; Carp farming: present and future; General information; Plants in the carp pond; Carp and its food; Carp breeding; Induced breeding; Stocking of the wintering pond; Semi-intensive carp farming; Intensive carp farming in warm water; Diseases and parasites; Predators; Other fish in the carp pond; Harvesting; Transporting carp; Table carp; Summary of the carp farmer's year; Carp farming in tropical areas; Koi; Comparisons between carp and koi; Ghost koi; How to start koi farming; Summary of a koi keeper's year; Carp as a sport fish; Useful conversions.

Additional information

GOR002466244
9780852381533
0852381530
Carp Farming by V.K. Michaels
Used - Very Good
Paperback
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
19890901
208
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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