aquaculture: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. Who do I contact for aquaculture information in Indiana?
   • Kwamena Quagrainie, Purdue University, 765-494-4200, kquagrai@purdue.edu
   • Robert Rode, Purdue University, 765-496-7910, rrode@purdue.edu 
   • Andrew Coursey, Purdue University, 765-494-9416, acourse@purdue.edu 
   • Randy Lang, Indiana DNR - Division of Fish and Wildlife, 317-232-4094, rlang@dnr.in.gov
   • ​Jennifer Strasser, D.V.M., Indiana State Board of Animal Health, 574-274-3244, jstrasser@boah.in.gov
2. What are Indiana Aquaculture Policies, and are any Permits/Licenses needed to start an aquaculture operation? (Access Indiana Administrative Code Page 71 here.)
3. What are Illinois Aquaculture Policies, and are any Permits/Licenses needed to start an aquaculture operation? 
4. What are the long term trends that make North Central aquaculture attractive? 
5. How does aquaculture compare with traditional farming, e.g., in terms of risk? 
6. What will it cost to start an Aquaculture Operation? Can I really make a decent income in aquaculture? 
7. Can my old barn be converted for fish production? 
   • Additional information
     • Swine Facility Conversion, Charles E. Hicks and team
     • Aquaculture Basics, Laura Tiu
     • Barn Conversion Discussion, Shawn McWhorter
8. How can I salvage an old pond or lake with lots of organic matter for aquaculture production? 
9. What can I do to clear up my old farm pond? 
10. What should I do if I find a dead fish in my pond or tank? How can I control fish diseases and parasites?