Abstract
A study about the knowledge of five-tier fish farming was conducted in order to study:1) the learning process and knowledge about the five-tier fish farming, and 2) the process of developing a five-tier fish farming model using qualitative research. By analysing and synthesising, the researcher tried to develop knowledge and lessons on how to solve farmers’ problems. Using knowledge about the nature of the fish, the aim was to develop a fish farming model in the target area. The research found that five-tier fish farming is well suited to lowland conditions when there is a canal nearby and family members can be used. Knowledge about the right management style will enable farmers to live well in their community. By learning, observing, monitoring and investigating phenomena happen and using the obtained knowledge to develop continuously and with academic and government support, farmers can obtain their goals. Educational field trips, listening to new ideas and analysis of talks with knowledgeable people will also be useful. The model obtained in this way will have to be tried out and periodically evaluated with input from the grassroots. Knowledge obtained through small-scale experiments can then be used on a bigger scale in order to expand the results. Small experiments in five-tier fish culture can be used as the learning base for the process of naturally raising fish. The learning process must be self-directed through development and evaluation of knowledge and wisdom. This has to be done by observation, analysis and self-management of various models. The results of any evaluation should be discussed with knowledgeable experts. Then turn back to the development stage and to further trials. Development should be analysed using the Spiral Model to achieve better results and to finally arrive at a form of five-tier fish farming that is suitable to the environment of each area.
Highlights
In today’s information society we see continuous and severe social and economic changes
Let's consider the direction ahead. They could try to learn from traditional wisdom and knowledge or from neighbours by using the past experiences or ask for advice from people they trust
The researchers studied the target population in order to locate three kinds of informants: farmers who were willing to learn about the management of five-tier fish ponds and aquatic animals and were prepared to develop the knowledge to adapt innovations that suit the conditions; people with experience in water management and scholars in the field of natural fish farming and aquatic ecology
Summary
In today’s information society we see continuous and severe social and economic changes. They could try to learn from traditional wisdom and knowledge or from neighbours by using the past experiences or ask for advice from people they trust. Socio-economic changes in the community led people to try monoculture farming, mainly shrimp and fish. This single species farming needs a lot of investment; improving the production process requires new technologies and constant innovation. Modernization of the production process is necessary; this often requires expensive imported materials and equipment Both species are expensive to buy and food and chemicals require a high investment. Fish pond management should include the process of learning the nature of fish and aquatic animals from natural sources. There are small ecosystems in the area around the water source of the household that are suitable as a model for the management system
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