The African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) farm is a newly proposed business set up in the Greater Accra region of Ghana which is meant to deal in catfish production. Catfish is a high protein food source that is rich in Omega 3 and 6. When comparing a three ounce portion of catfish to a similar portion of red meat and chicken, catfish has the lowest number of calories, no carbohydrates, more protei
n, less saturated fats, and less sodium. It is an excellent source of phosphorus, vitamin B6, vitamin E and many other nutrients that are essential for human health which includes its ability to aid in treatment of heart diseases, high cholesterol, depression, anxiety, low immunity, cancer, diabetes, inflammation, arthritis, AIDS, Alzheimer’s disease, eye disorders, macular degeneration and ulcers. It also helps in weight loss, pregnancy, fertility and skin care (particular for disorders such as psoriasis, acne). It is easy to prepare and easily consumable as compared to meat and other substitute. Meanwhile, Catfish production and consumption has risen and is climbing to a significant height only that it is expensive to the average wage earners who forms a greater part of the populace around the company’s operating areas.
