Tips for Cultivating Koi in a Pandemic Period as a Business Opportunity

The worldwide pandemic has not yet ended, this is due to the emergence of an outbreak of a disease caused by a virus, namely the corona virus or often called Covid-19. This virus first came from the Chinese city of Wuhan, which originally came from an animal. This pandemic has brought changes in aspects of life in the world, one of which is very influential in the economic field . Many residents whose incomes have decreased than usual and many have also been laid off from their jobs. However, during the current pandemic, there are some residents who think about cultivating koi fish as a substitute for their work and income. Due to consumer demand and high prices, koi fish farming is a profitable business prospect if it is developed during a pandemic like today. Koi Fish (Cyprinus carpio)  is one of the ornamental fish commodities that is excellent in both local and international markets because of its beautiful pattern and color.-(UNAIR NEWS).  Koi fish were first brought to Japan by Chinese traders as a delicacy in the 17th century. Over time koi used as ornamental fish. Why is it called Koi because it comes from Japanese which means carp. And more specifically refers to nishikigoi, which means the carp is embroidered with gold or silver. In Japan, koi are symbols of love and friendship. Koi fish are also believed to bring luck, success and wealth to their owners. Koi Cultivation Tips:  1. Koi Fish Pond In the cultivation process, the main thing to consider is the fish pond, where the fish pond must be clean, the water flow is clear, and the size is appropriate. It aims to provide a sense of comfort to the fish and also the fish to avoid disease. 2. Selecting the Koi Parent

Koi broodstock is the initial factor in the cultivation process. So you have to choose a quality koi brood so that the resulting offspring are satisfactory. 3. Koi Spawning Process - Provide a place for fish to lay eggs, such as fibers, raffia rope and bamboo slats. - Then, in the pond contains 1 female koi and 3 male koi. - After that, the female koi are first put into the pond, then about 2 hours the male koi are inserted. - This koi mating period lasts midnight until the morning after all the eggs come out of the koi brood. - After going through these stages, make sure for 3-4 days the eggs hatch. 4. Keeping the Water Condition Clean After the spawning process, make sure the water is replaced with clean water, so it doesn't smell fishy and the koi eggs hatch quickly. Then don't forget to always use an aerator or water bubbles. Even though it goes through quite a long stage, the process of cultivating koi fish is not difficult and also does not require large capital. Koi cultivation is also very profitable and fast in the marketing process. So, are you interested in starting a business through koi cultivation?