On the issue of developing aquaculture in the south of Western Siberia

Abstract

There is presented the water fund of the south of Western Siberia (Novosibirsk, Omsk, Kemerovo, Tomsk Regions) suitable for fish production. The most promising aquaculture species such as whitefish, carp and sturgeon are indicated. Various areas of aquaculture are considered as follows: commercial aquaculture (pasture, pond, industrial) and artificial reproduction to restore populations of valuable fish species. It is noted that pasture aquaculture is one of the promising option for commercial aquaculture. It is shown that the development of the existing hatcheries is a priority in aquaculture. The results of aquaculture in the second half of the 20th century in the south of Western Siberia are given. The effectiveness of aquaculture for that period has been evaluated. The causes of a decline in production of marketable fish under present-day conditions have been analyzed. The most promising ways to develop different forms of aquaculture in the south of Western Siberia are recommended taking into account the climatic and economic characteristics of Novosibirsk, Omsk, Kemerovo, and Tomsk Regions. The introduction of a set of recommended actions will allow increasing fish production in the regions up to 45 ths tonnes per year.