Water quality will be randomly monitored and recorded for ponds,
systems, and holding vessels
Treat incoming water source accordingly (e.g., municipal water
must be dechlorinated; non- protected water must be disinfected)
Feed source is known and handled accordingly (e.g., maintain clean
invertebrate cultures, inspect bags/containers for breaks and feed
for malodor/insects/fungi)
Incoming fish are isolated to reduce pathogens and incoming fish
transport water disposed of
Footbaths and washing stations available
No pets allowed on property
Limit access of off-farm vehicles on-farm and have designated areas
for equipment
Minimize movement of fish and equipment between separate populations
Older broodstock phased out; keep same age-classes together
MSDS chemical inventory with expiration dates and chemical storage
protocols
Applicants are provided a binder for MSDS sheets and can receive assistance with obtaining material safety data sheets (MSDS) for chemicals
Trees next to ponds removed and weeds managed around and in ponds
