more... > Catalog > Environment > Aquaculture & Fisheries > Crawfish Production Manual [Image: crawfish manual] Commercial sales of crawfish in Louisiana date back to the late 1800s, and today's crawfish industry includes millions of pounds harvested from farms and natural habitats in the state. This publication covers a wide range of topics on crawfish production, including crawfish biology, pond design, forage management, stocking, water quality, harvesting, marketing and much more. Aquafacts: Submitting Samples for Fish Disease Diagnosis [Image: Aquafacts: Submitting Samples for Fish Disease Diagnosis] This publication includes information on how to submit samples for fish disease diagnosis, the seasonality of disease problems, stress and disease outbreaks, complications, warning signs, collecting and shipping samples, and diagnostic facilities. Composting: A Disposal Method for Fish Waste [Image: Composting- A Disposal Method for Fish Waste] Composting fish waste is a relatively new, practical and an environmentally sound alternative to disposing of fish waste. It is economical, fairly odorless and a biologically beneficial practice for seafood operations. This publication explains that a commitment to proper management of the compost bins is the key to successful composting. Enjoying Ornamental Ponds in Louisiana [Image: Cover image for Enjoying Ornamental Ponds] This publication outlines some options for design, operation and maintenance of ornamental ponds and discusses basic environmental requirements of fish and plants commonly grown in these ponds. 20 pages. Full color.  more articles... Management of Recreational and Farm Ponds in Louisiana [Image: Cover image] A farm pond or recreational pond can serve many purposes. This publication reviews planning considerations and management recommendations relating to a number of potential uses for small ponds in Louisiana. Greenhouse Tilapia Production in Louisiana [Image: Greenhouse Tilapia Production in Louisiana] Information on recirculating production systems, fingerling sources, stocking and harvest management, regulatory considerations, economics and markets are included in this publication. An Aquaculture-Oriented Bibliography of the Red Drum, Sciaenops ocellatus [Image: Document cover image] This publication was designed to serve as a guide to aquaculture-related red drum (redfish) literature. The intended audience includes red drum producers as well as potential producers, investors and lenders.