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Graaff-Reinet-based freshwater fish farming and processing initiative, South Africa

24th April 2015

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

  

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Name and Location
Graaff-Reinet-based freshwater fish farming and processing initiative, Eastern Cape, South Africa.

Client
Karoo Catch, a Blue Karoo Trust brand, in conjunction with the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC).

Project Description
The Commercial Phase 1 of the initiative is increasing the number of aquaculture production facilities to enable it to produce 2 640 t/y of catfish.

The project involves the construction of an additional three ponds, a commercial scale hatchery and a preprocessing line in one of the biggest aquaculture investments in South Africa to date.

On completion of Phase 1, the initiative will boast ten aquaculture production systems, a commercial scale hatchery, a processing facility and small-scale training facilities for farming and factory operations.

Value
Commercial Phase 1 is estimated at R100-million, with the Development Bank of Southern Africa’s Green Fund having approved an additional R23.5-million for the construction of an additional three ponds.

Duration
Construction began in February and at completion of Commercial Phase 1, the on-site ponds should produce 2 640 t/y of fish.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
ECDC, tel +27 43 704 5600 or fax +27 43 704 5700.

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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