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The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of pelleted fish feed on the growth of Indian major carps in rainfed farm ponds.

March 25, 2026Journal of Krishi VigyanOpen Access

Effectiveness of Pelleted Fish Feed on Growth Performance of Carps in Farm Ponds under Rainfed Conditions

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The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of pelleted fish feed on the growth of Indian major carps in rainfed farm ponds.
Conducted in five farmer-managed ponds under rainfed conditions
Used slow-sinking pelleted feed over a 120-day period
Compared results with traditional feed (rice bran and oil cake)
Average final weights were 412.4 g for Catla, 378.6 g for Rohu, and 352.7 g for Mrigal
Mean daily weight gain ranged from 2.94 g to 3.32 g
Specific growth rates ranged from 1.52% to 1.68% per day
Feed conversion ratio averaged 1.8, while traditional feed had an FCR of 2.65
Survival rates exceeded 89% with pelleted feed

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Results demonstrate improved growth performance in Indian major carps using pelleted feed, suggesting enhanced aquaculture productivity.

Alagappan et al. (2025) studied this question.

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