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If no location is
given for a calendar event, the event will be
held at the UF/IFAS Tropical Aquaculture
Laboratory.
May 2013
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Fish Health Management Workshop (Printer-Friendly
Flyer)
NOTE: THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW
FULL--TAKING WAITING LIST ONLY
May 21 - 22, 2013
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Target
audience: Fish farmers, fish
wholesalers and retailers, professional
aquarists/biologists, and veterinarians
This two-day workshop includes lectures and
hands-on wet labs in basic fish health
management. A primary goal of the
workshop will be to review important
principles needed to keep fish healthy and
appropriate responses to a disease outbreak,
though many specific diseases and treatments
will also be discussed. Lecture topics
include: basic introduction to fish,
fish biology, and fish physiology;
introduction to fish health management
principles; water quality; pathogens
(parasites, bacteria, viruses, and fungi);
treatments; and biosecurity. Hands-on
wet labs include: water chemistry
testing and analysis, fish anatomy and
necropsy, and how to check for fish
parasites. The workshop will focus on
freshwater systems and fish; however,
important marine diseases and treatments
will also be discussed. Cost: $90
(includes all supplies, course materials,
and daily continental breakfast & snack)
Space is limited!
Pre-registration is required by May 14th.
To register or for more information, contact:
Debbie
Pouder at 813-671-5230 x106
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