Tilapia culture is an industry of great diversity in Nigeria; and its development has been slow due to its increasing risk. However, efforts are in progress to develop tilapia culture, fashion out ways to minimize the risks and evolve management strategies.
In this paper, an assessment of tilapia culture is made, the major risks are highlighted and some of the management polices aimed at reducing the risks are discussed. Policy makers need to embrace positive measures for limiting risk and develop a strategy for considering the benefits of tilapia culture development so that the maximum use of resources over time can be enjoyed.
Keywords: Tilapia culture, risk management, Nigeria.
In this paper, an assessment of tilapia culture is made, the major risks are highlighted and some of the management polices aimed at reducing the risks are discussed. Policy makers need to embrace positive measures for limiting risk and develop a strategy for considering the benefits of tilapia culture development so that the maximum use of resources over time can be enjoyed.
Keywords: Tilapia culture, risk management, Nigeria.