What are the key points of sea cucumber farming technology? A detailed explanation of the key farming methods
SummarySite selection and pond construction: Ponds can be built by the sea for sea cucumber farming, using reefs, rocks and concrete to build enclosures, and a pond depth of about 1.5 m is better. Placing artificial sea cucumber reefs: Place artificial sea cucumber reef stones in the pond and grow large amounts of aquatic plants and algae, and choose wall panels as close to the original state as possible. Sea cucumber seedlings: For every 10-30 sq m of pond, 300-500 sea cucumber seedlings can be stocked, and pay attention to water temperature and water quality. Farming management: Feed the feed every morning and evening.
1. Choosing the farming method
Depending on the farming location, the artificial farming methods for sea cucumbers can mainly be divided into two types. The first is to build ponds on land for farming, and the second is to farm based on the ocean. No matter which method is used, the farming steps are the same.
2. Building the pond
Generally, pond farming on land is used, and it is suitable to build by the sea, which is conducive to taking advantage of the geographical location. Reefs, rocks and concrete can be used to build enclosures, and by taking advantage of the rise and fall of seawater, it is ensured that the pond has new water for replacement every day. Generally, the water replacement volume should be kept at about 30%, and the pond depth is suitable at about 1.5 m.
3. Placing artificial sea cucumber reefs
Placing artificial sea cucumber reef stones in the pond can provide a good habitat for sea cucumbers. Large amounts of aquatic plants, algae and so on can be grown inside the artificial sea cucumber reefs. The main sources of materials can include bricks, tiles, scallop cages and so on, and the closer the wall panels are to the original state, the better, as this helps ensure the wild reproduction of sea cucumbers.
4. Transporting sea cucumber seedlings
For the transport of sea cucumber seedlings, there are mainly two methods. The first method is dry transport. Dry transport is to put the sea cucumber seedlings into a turnover box, then place a small amount of absorbent cotton in it, and during the transport of the sea cucumber seedlings, water must be sprayed continuously. The second method is wet transport. Wet transport is to put the sea cucumber seedlings into a canvas bucket, then add an appropriate amount of water.
5. Stocking sea cucumber seedlings
Generally, when stocking sea cucumber seedlings, if farming in a 10-30 sq m pond, 300-500 sea cucumber seedlings can be stocked. After stocking, the survival rate of the sea cucumber seedlings is about 35%. However, if the stocking density of sea cucumber seedlings, as well as the water temperature and water quality, are well regulated, it will help increase the survival rate of the sea cucumber seedlings.
6. Feeding sea cucumbers
Compound feed can be fed once each morning and evening, and the amount put in is about 3%-5% of the sea cucumber's weight. Generally, before feeding, the sea cucumber compound feed needs to be soaked in water for 15 minutes before being fed.