The farm plans to produce ornamental fish species as well as a number of tropical fruit trees and plants. Approximately 80% of ornamental fish are tropical for which there is huge demand in the North American market especially for certain fish species. Jamaica has suitable climatic conditions for production all year round. The Farm plans to breed and supply the local and international ornamental/p
et fish market. Utilizing a Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) system. In the system the water is recirculated to lower the water use requirements. Also less land is utilized and there will be a decrease in labour required to carry out tasks and increased bio security. Species of fish currently being looked at for breeding include goldfish, swordtails, mollies, guppies, cichlids and gouramis. Eating species include Tilapia and Basa. We have also been propagating a number of fruit trees species namely Otaheite apples, June Plums. Mangoes, Nasberry, Guineps, Papaya, Jackfruit, Pear, Sour sop, Sweet sop, Pine apple, Star fruit, Tamarind, Star apple, Custard apple, Ackee, Orange, Lime, Guava and a variety of Psalm trees.
