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Kirinyaga farmers turn to ornamental fish farming

Ornamental fish in a pond [courtesy]

Kirinyaga farmers have turned to goldfish farming, a lucrative and less time-consuming farming method with higher returns than traditional aquaculture.

Michael Chomba a farmer, said such farming doesn't need a lot of engagement. "At the moment, ornamental fish have a ready market, which is the main challenge for farmers who take up aquaculture," he said.

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