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  Biofloc technology (BFT) has become very popular among the fish farmers in India in the last decade. This is mainly due to its high productivity and limited need for water exchange. As with any new technology, Biofloc comes with its share of misconceptions. However, with proper training and know-how, fish farmers have been able to debunk the myths and achieve remarkable success in this field.   “Every small detail counts….” Mr. Supriyo Ghosh , from Tarakeshwar, West Bengal, is one of the pioneers in Biofloc fish farming in Eastern India . He left his highly lucrative job as the Marketing Head of a reputed IT firm in 2018, to pursue his passion for organic fish farming. He has been kind enough to share his experiences on Biofloc fish farming with us- The idea: “I had been doing my research for a long time. In mid-2019, Mr. Yoram Avnimelech , who is regarded as the father of BioFloc Technology , conducted a seminar at Lakkhiserai, Bihar. I attended that seminar along wit

  Biofloc technology (BFT) is an innovative and eco-friendly fish farming technique that involves stock-breeding of fishes, in a micro-organism rich ecosystem, artificially created in a tank. The term Biofloc (Bio=life, Floc= aggregate) refers to clusters of micro-organisms such as bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, and other kinds of organic particles like fish faeces and uneaten feed. All these, together, form loose clusters of organic matter which are held together by a thin film-like substance. Ecosystems rich in Biofloc enable recycling of the waste from the fishes into an organic feed. This not only serves as a protein-rich source of food for the fishes but also maintains the optimum Carbon: Nitrogen ratio, which is a pre-requisite for viable production. The best part is, the process involves a zero to minimal water exchange within the ecosystem. This reduces the chances of water contamination and ensures a high level of bio-security. BFT was invented by Prof. Yoram Avni