As part of the implementation of the TFP program “Scientific and technological support for the integrated development of aquaculture in Kazakhstan through the development and implementation of innovative technologies and new fish farming facilities” for 2021-2023, the scientists of the Balkhash branch of the “RPC of Fisheries” LLP continue a fish breeding work on the formation of a replacement brood stock of the Balkhash marinka (Schizothorax argentatus Kessler) in industrial conditions.

At this stage of the work, the size and weight characteristics and the gender of the Balkhash marinka specimens of the formed herd are determined, and the physiological state of potential spawners is assessed.