North Central Regional Aquaculture Center

Pond Culture of Hybrid Striped Bass in the North Central Region

Striped bass have been commercially harvested for many years, however wild stocks have declined due to environmental degradation, habitat loss and overfishing.  In response to decreased commercial catches, the striped bass and its hybrids have been commercially produced in ponds, raceways and tanks to fulfill the established commercial markets.  This publication, Pond Culture of Hybrid Striped Bass Culture in North Central Region, discusses the background, water quality requirements, hatchery requirements, Phases I through III production, production limitations and NCR developments.