Before treatment rates can be calculated,
chloride and nitrite concentrations
in the water, as well as
pond or tank volume, must be
determined. Commercially available
water quality test kits can be
used. Contact your Extension fisheries
or aquaculture specialist for
assistance in locating sources for
test kits and conducting and interpreting
these tests.
The amount of salt needed for the
pond can be calculated using the
following formulas: