Effects of soil characteristics and hydrology on the functioning of smallholder wetland aquaculture-agriculture systems (Fingerponds) at the shores of Lake Victoria, Kenya
Abstract
Experimental smallholder wetland-based integrated aquaculture-agriculture systems called ‘Fingerponds’ were established at two sites (Nyangera and Kusa) at the shores of Lake Victoria in Kenya. The overall aim was to enhance the wetland fishery potential. The soil textural class was clay in both sites and was generally suitable for pond aquaculture. Soil electrical conductivity and sodium levels were significantly higher in Kusa compared to Nyangera (t-test, P
Fields of Study & Subjects
Agricultural Systems and Practices
Fisheries and Aquaculture Studies
Aquatic Ecosystems and Biodiversity
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 29–48
- Publication date
- 16 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter