Fish farming (aquaculture) is growing rapidly in Kenya as a sustainable business that addresses both food security and income generation. Starting with a single fish pond is an excellent way to enter this industry with manageable investment and risk.
| Item | Estimated Cost (KSh) |
|---|---|
| Water pump | 15,000 - 25,000 |
| Nets and harvesting equipment | 10,000 |
| Water testing kit | 8,000 |
| Storage containers | 5,000 |
| Miscellaneous tools | 7,000 |
| Item | Cost (KSh) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerlings (900 tilapia) | 9,000 | At KSh 10 each for a 300m² pond at 3 fish/m² |
| Feed | 45,000 | Commercial feed for entire growth cycle |
| Labor | 18,000 | Part-time worker for 6 months |
| Water and electricity | 12,000 | Pumping and maintenance |
| Water treatment | 5,000 | Lime, fertilizers, etc. |
| Miscellaneous | 10,000 | Transportation, minor repairs |
| Total operational costs | 99,000 |
With a 300m² pond stocked with tilapia at 3 fish/m²: