A shrimp farm’s central drain is a pond with a drain in its center. This pond is sloped to streamline the disposal of dirt or waste from the pond. The shape may vary, but the most common to make are rectangular, square, and round.
Benefits of Using Central Drain
Central drain offers several benefits for shrimp ponds, including
- Capable of cleaning dirt from the pond's bottom swiftly, easily, and practically
- Dirt can be disposed of without wasting much water
- Pond water quality can still be maintained
- Labor-saving since pond crews do not have to scoop waste from the pond’s bottom
- Can be used in ponds with high stocking density
How to Make a Central Drain
If you want to build a round central drain in your farm, you can try the following steps:
- Determine the placement of the pond, preferably near the water source.
- Determine the pond's center point, then use a 1.5-meter-long rope to draw a 3-meter-wide circle around it.
- Place bricks around the pond.
- Dig 100 cm deep, with a 35% slope in the center of the pond.
- Build a central drain and use PVC pipe as the disposal channel.
- Build a slope according to the shape of the central drain.
Conclusion
Central drain is a pond that has a drain in its center. To build it, you must first determine the placement of the pond then make a slope in the end.
Once the central drain is ready, the next step is to begin cultivation and ensure that its condition remains optimal. In this case, recording and monitoring are crucial since these activities allow you to identify and determine the best course of action if your shrimp farm encounters problems.
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