For: Aaron & Sean | Bulacan, Philippines | Startup Season 2026
FarmGary's Bangus Farm (GBF)
LocationHagonoy / Paombong, Bulacan
OwnerGary (Canada — remote)
On-Ground ManagersAaron & Sean
BudgetPHP 500,000 – 2,000,000
Version1.0 | Approved by Gary
A Message from Gary
Aaron and Sean — this manual is your guide for running the farm. I am in Canada and cannot be there every day, so I need you both to follow these steps carefully. If something is unclear, message me right away. I trust you both. Let us build this farm together and make it profitable for all of us.
This is a bangus (milkfish) pond farm located in Bulacan, Philippines. The goal is to grow bangus from fingerlings to market size (500g–800g) and sell them at a profit. Gary owns the farm and funds all operations from Canada. Aaron and Sean are responsible for everything that happens on the ground.
What Does Success Look Like?
Fish reach market size (500g–800g) within 5–7 months of stocking.
Low fish mortality — target less than 10% death rate per cycle.
Clean records: every peso spent and earned is recorded.
Gary receives weekly reports and is never surprised by bad news.
Harvest income exceeds all costs — the farm makes a profit.
Your Responsibilities
Task Area
Who Does It
How Often
Daily pond monitoring and feeding
Aaron & Sean (take turns or together)
Every day
Aerator checks and maintenance
Aaron (primary) / Sean (backup)
Every day
Logbook entries
Whoever is on duty that day
Every day
Weekly report to Gary
Aaron writes, Sean reviews
Every Sunday
Feed sourcing and receipt keeping
Sean (primary)
As needed
Security — perimeter walk
Both
Every evening
Fish sampling and weighing
Both
Weekly
Harvest coordination
Both — Gary gives go signal
End of cycle
Important Rule
Never make a purchase above PHP 2,000 without first messaging Gary for approval. Take a photo of every receipt and send it to Gary the same day.
Profit-Sharing Incentive Structure
Gary rewards Aaron and Sean for good performance. Here is how your earnings connect to farm results:
Pay Component
Aaron
Sean
Condition
Base Monthly Salary
PHP 15,000–18,000
PHP 13,000–16,000
Paid every month regardless of harvest
Harvest Bonus
3% of net harvest income
2% of net harvest income
Paid after each successful harvest cycle
Zero-Loss Bonus
PHP 3,000
PHP 2,000
Fish mortality below 10% for the full cycle
Clean Records Bonus
PHP 1,500
PHP 1,500
All logbooks, receipts, and weekly reports complete for the cycle
Example
If net harvest income is PHP 200,000, Aaron earns PHP 6,000 bonus and Sean earns PHP 4,000 bonus — on top of their monthly salary. The better the harvest, the more you earn.
02 Daily Operations Checklist
Print this page. Use one copy per day. Tick every box. File in the logbook binder at end of day.
Morning Tasks (5:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
Check aerators — are all units running? If one is off, restart immediately. If it will not restart, call supplier and message Gary.Log: how many aerators ON / OFF
Check water color. Healthy color = light green or brown-green. Bad signs: gray, dark brown, red, or foamy water. If bad color, message Gary with a photo.Log: water color description
Check water clarity. Look at the paddle wheel or throw a white object in — how deep can you see? Target: 25–40 cm Secchi depth.Log: Secchi depth in cm
Measure water temperature using thermometer.Target: 27–32 C. Log reading.
Measure pH using test kit or meter.Target: 7.5–8.5. Log reading.
Measure dissolved oxygen (DO) if kit is available. Best to check at sunrise — this is when DO is lowest.Target: above 5 mg/L. Log reading.
Observe fish behavior — are fish swimming normally near the surface? Gasping at surface = low oxygen emergency (see Section 6).Log: normal / gasping / sluggish / other
Do morning feeding. Follow the feeding guide in Section 5.Log: amount of feed given in kg
Check water gate for leaks or blockage.Log: OK or problem found
Check for dead fish along pond edges. Count and remove any dead fish. Dead fish must be buried away from the pond — do not throw back into water.Log: number of dead fish found
Midday Tasks (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Do midday feeding if fish are in fingerling or juvenile stage (see Section 5).Log: amount of feed given in kg
Quick walk around the pond dike — check for erosion, holes, or anything unusual.Log: OK or problem found
Check aerators are still running.Log: OK / issue
Observe fish — any unusual grouping or surface activity?Log: observation
Evening Tasks (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Do evening feeding.Log: amount of feed given in kg
Walk full perimeter of the pond and dike. Look for: predators (birds, snakes, otters), signs of poaching (cut nets, disturbed mud), and any dike damage.Log: anything found
Check aerators are running for night operation.DO is lowest at 4–5 AM — aerators must run all night.
Record all entries for the day in the paper logbook. Include: date, who was on duty, all water readings, feed given, dead fish count, and any problems.Log: full daily entry complete
Record all expenses for the day (feed, fuel, supplies). Attach receipts.Log: total expenses for the day in PHP
Daily Logbook Entry Format
Daily Farm Log — Gary's Bangus Farm
03 Weekly Tasks
Do these every week. Best day: Saturday for farm tasks, Sunday for the report to Gary.
Pond Inspection — Walk slowly around the full pond. Look for cracks in the dike, soft spots in the soil, or places where water is leaking through. Any soft spot bigger than your hand needs repair right away.Log: dike condition OK or problems found + location
Net / Fence Inspection — Check all predator nets and fence around the pond. Look for holes, loose stakes, or damage from birds or animals.Log: net condition + any holes found
Weigh Sample Fish — Use a cast net to collect 20–30 fish from different spots in the pond. Weigh them using a hanging scale. Calculate average weight. Record in the logbook. Release fish gently after weighing.Log: number sampled, total weight, average weight per fish in grams
Estimate Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) — Total feed used this week divided by weight gained by fish this week. Target FCR is 1.5–2.0. If FCR is above 2.5, reduce feed or check fish health.Log: weekly FCR calculation
Feed Inventory Count — Count how many bags of feed are left. Calculate how many days of feed supply you have remaining. If below 2 weeks of stock, order more immediately.Log: bags remaining, days of supply left
Equipment Maintenance Check — Inspect aerators: check blades, motor, power cables, and floats. Lubricate any moving parts. Check water pumps, water meters, and any electrical connections for safety.Log: equipment status and any repairs done
Water Gate Check — Open and close the water gate to confirm it works smoothly. Check the screen for buildup or damage. Clean if needed.Log: gate condition OK / needs repair
Weekly Report to Gary — Complete the weekly summary report (template in Section 9). Send via WhatsApp or Messenger every Sunday. Include: photos of the pond, fish sample weight photo, logbook photo, and any problems.Deadline: Sunday 8:00 PM Philippine time
Fish Weighing Tip
Always weigh fish from at least 3 different spots in the pond — near the inlet, the middle, and near the outlet. Fish in some areas may grow faster. An average across the whole pond gives Gary a more accurate picture.
04 Monthly Tasks
Do these in the last week of every month. Some require extra supplies or lab tests — plan ahead.
Full Water Quality Test — Take a water sample to BFAR Region 3 or a local fish lab for full testing: pH, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, dissolved oxygen, salinity, total dissolved solids. Compare results to target ranges in Section 6.Send results to Gary. File original in binder.
Full Feed Inventory and Reorder — Count all feed bags, write the total in the log, and confirm the next order with DLS Trading in Hagonoy. Keep at least 2–3 weeks of stock at all times.Log: bags on hand, order placed date, expected delivery
Financial Reconciliation — Total all daily expense entries for the month. Total all income (if any harvest or partial sales happened). Match cash on hand with records. Prepare a one-page monthly summary and send to Gary via GCash receipt photo and WhatsApp.Gary needs this before the 5th of the following month.
Pond & Fish Photo/Video Documentation — Take clear photos and a short video (1–2 minutes) showing: the pond water, fish actively swimming, the aerators running, the feed storage area, and the dike condition. Send to Gary.Use good lighting — midday is best for photos.
Liming Check — Check pond soil pH if fish are nearing harvest or if water quality has been off. Apply agricultural lime if needed (see Section 6 for schedule).Log: lime applied in kg, date applied
Infrastructure Inspection — Full inspection of the pump house, electrical panel, aerator power lines, and storage shed. Check for rust, water damage, or rodent damage.Log: findings and any repairs needed
Buyer Update — Contact the primary fish buyer and the backup buyer. Confirm they are still buying. Update their price quote for the month. Report to Gary.Log: buyer name, current price per kg quoted
05 Feeding Guide
Feed Type Progression
Stage
Fish Age
Fish Size
Feed Type
Feed Form
Fry / Fingerling
Week 0–4
0.5g – 5g
Starter feed (protein 35–40%)
Fine crumble or powder
Juvenile
Week 4–12
5g – 80g
Grower feed (protein 28–32%)
Small pellet (1–2 mm)
Grow-out
Week 12–24
80g – 450g
Commercial grower pellet (protein 25–28%)
Medium pellet (2–3 mm)
Pre-Harvest
Week 24–28
450g – 800g
Finisher feed or reduce to grower
Medium or large pellet
Daily Feeding Rate
Fish Size
Daily Feed Rate (% of body weight)
Feedings Per Day
Time of Feedings
Below 5g (fry)
8–10%
4 times
6 AM, 10 AM, 2 PM, 6 PM
5g – 50g (juvenile early)
5–8%
3 times
6 AM, 12 PM, 6 PM
50g – 200g (juvenile late)
3–5%
3 times
6 AM, 12 PM, 6 PM
200g – 400g (grow-out)
2–3%
2 times
6 AM, 5 PM
400g – 800g (pre-harvest)
1.5–2%
2 times
6 AM, 5 PM
How to Calculate Daily Feed Amount (Example)
1,000 fish x average weight 200g = 200,000g total fish biomass. At 3% feeding rate: 200,000 x 0.03 = 6,000g = 6 kg of feed per day. Split across 2 feedings = 3 kg per feeding.
Feeding Technique
Stand at the edge of the pond or on the feeding platform. Do not stand in the same spot every time — move around the pond so feed is spread out.
Broadcast feed by hand in a wide arc across the water. Spread it as far as possible so all fish have access.
Watch the fish actively rising to eat. If fish stop coming to the surface within 10–15 minutes, stop feeding — they are full.
Never throw all the feed in one pile. This causes waste and poor growth for smaller fish that cannot compete.
Record exactly how much feed was given — not how much you prepared, but how much was actually broadcast into the pond.
Signs of Overfeeding
Uneaten feed pellets floating or sinking visibly in the water after 15 minutes.
Water turns dark green, black, or smells bad (ammonia smell).
pH drops below 7.0 in the morning.
DO drops sharply early morning — decomposing feed uses up oxygen.
If you see overfeeding signs:
Reduce feed by 20–30% immediately. Increase aeration. Check ammonia level. Message Gary with photos.
Signs of Underfeeding
Fish aggressively crowd the surface and chase feed for more than 5 minutes after feeding ends.
Average fish weight growth is slower than expected (less than 5g per week for grow-out stage).
Fish look thin — visible spine or narrow body profile.
Feed Storage Rules
Store feed in a dry, covered shed — never on bare ground or exposed to rain.
Keep bags off the ground on wooden pallets at least 15 cm high.
Do not mix old and new stock. Use the older bags first (FIFO — first in, first out).
Check bags monthly for mold, insects, or moisture. Discard any moldy feed immediately — it can kill fish.
Keep feed storage locked. Do not allow unauthorized persons inside.
06 Water Quality Management
Target Water Quality Ranges
Parameter
Good Range
Warning Level
Danger Level
Temperature (C)
27–32
24–27 or 32–35
Below 22 or above 36
pH
7.5–8.5
7.0–7.5 or 8.5–9.0
Below 6.5 or above 9.5
Dissolved Oxygen — DO (mg/L)
Above 5.0
3.0–5.0
Below 3.0
Salinity (ppt)
5–25
2–5 or 25–30
Below 2 or above 35
Ammonia — NH3 (mg/L)
Below 0.1
0.1–0.5
Above 0.5
Secchi Depth (cm)
25–40
15–25 or 40–60
Below 15 or above 60
What to Do When Readings Are Out of Range
pH Too Low (below 7.0)
Apply agricultural lime (calcium carbonate) at 50–100 kg per hectare, broadcast evenly across the pond surface.
Reduce or stop feeding until pH recovers.
Increase aeration.
Do not apply lime and fertilizer at the same time.
Message Gary with the reading.
pH Too High (above 9.0)
Usually caused by algae bloom. Do a partial water exchange (20–30% of pond volume) with fresh water if available.
Reduce organic load — do not fertilize. Reduce feed temporarily.
Increase aeration.
Message Gary with the reading.
Dissolved Oxygen Low — Emergency Protocol
EMERGENCY — Low DO (fish gasping at surface)
This can kill all your fish within hours. Act immediately.
Turn on ALL aerators immediately — every unit you have.
If you have a portable pump or generator-powered aerator, deploy it now.
Open the water inlet gate to bring in fresh water if available from a clean source.
Stop all feeding immediately — decomposing feed uses oxygen.
Call Gary right away. Do not wait.
Monitor fish every 30 minutes. If fish are still gasping after 1 hour of maximum aeration, contact BFAR emergency or the nearest fish technician.
Do not apply any chemicals unless directed by BFAR or a vet.
Ammonia Too High (above 0.5 mg/L)
Stop feeding immediately for 24–48 hours.
Do a partial water exchange (20–30%) with clean water.
Increase aeration.
Check if dead fish are in the pond — remove all carcasses immediately.
Message Gary.
Water Too Cloudy (Secchi below 15 cm)
This may mean too much algae, too much feed waste, or muddy runoff.
Reduce feeding by 30%.
Do a partial water exchange if possible.
Increase aeration.
Message Gary with a photo of the water.
Liming Schedule
When
Product
Rate
How to Apply
Before stocking (pond bottom preparation)
Agricultural lime (CaCO3) or quicklime (CaO)
500–1,000 kg per hectare
Broadcast dry on pond bottom. Let dry 5–7 days before filling with water.
Monthly during grow-out (if pH is low)
Agricultural lime (CaCO3)
50–100 kg per hectare
Broadcast on pond surface in the morning. Do not apply on cloudy days.
After a disease event or fish kill
Agricultural lime (CaCO3)
100–200 kg per hectare
Broadcast evenly. Wait 3 days before restocking.
Lime Safety
Wear gloves and eye protection when handling lime, especially quicklime. Do not inhale dust. Store lime in dry bags away from water.
07 Disease & Emergency Protocols
Common Bangus Diseases — How to Identify and Respond
Disease
Type
Signs You Will See
First Response
Bacterial infection (Aeromonas, Vibrio)
Bacterial
Red spots or ulcers on the body or fins. Skin looks like it is peeling. Fish swimming slowly or near the surface.
Isolate affected fish if possible. Reduce feeding. Improve water quality. Call vet or BFAR immediately. Do NOT apply antibiotics without vet prescription.
Columnaris (Flexibacter)
Bacterial
White or yellowish patches on skin, gills, or mouth. Frayed fins. Fish scraping against pond bottom.
Improve water quality. Reduce organic load. Increase aeration. Contact BFAR or vet.
Gill flukes / skin flukes (Monogeneans)
Parasitic
Fish rubbing body against objects (flashing). Rapid gill movement. Mucus on skin. Pale gills.
Report to BFAR. Do not treat with chemicals without guidance. Improve water quality and reduce stress first.
White spots on body or fins (Ich). Fish gasping at surface. Loss of appetite. Scratching behavior.
Contact vet or BFAR Region 3. Reduce stress. Improve water quality. Do not overcrowd.
Saprolegnia (water mold)
Fungal
White or gray cotton-like patches on skin, fins, or eggs. Usually appears after injury or stress.
Remove and isolate affected fish. Improve water conditions. Contact vet for treatment guidance.
Nutritional deficiency
Non-infectious
Deformed spine or body. Slow growth across the whole pond. Pale color. Low appetite.
Check feed quality — discard old or moldy feed. Switch to fresh, quality feed. Report to Gary.
Rule: Never Buy or Apply Medications Without BFAR or Vet Approval
Using the wrong treatment can kill your fish faster than the disease. Always call the BFAR Region 3 technician or the farm vet before applying any chemical, antibiotic, or treatment to the pond.
Fish Kill Emergency Procedure
A fish kill means a large number of fish are dying or dead in a short time. This is a serious emergency.
Do not panic. Stay calm and start actions immediately.
Check aerators — turn on all units if not already running. Low oxygen is the most common cause of mass fish death.
Stop all feeding right away.
Call Gary immediately by phone. Do not wait to message — call directly.
Call BFAR Region 3 emergency line and report the situation. Give them: location, number of fish affected, water readings if available, and any recent changes (new feed, heavy rain, water exchange).
Do NOT drain the pond or do a full water exchange without guidance — this can make things worse.
Collect a sample of 5–10 dead fish in a clean plastic bag and keep them in ice or cool shade. BFAR may need these for testing.
Remove and bury all dead fish away from the pond to prevent disease spread and further oxygen loss.
Take photos and video of everything — the pond, the fish, the aerators, the water color.
Record the time, estimated number of dead fish, and all water readings in the logbook.
Flood and Typhoon Protocol (Bulacan)
Bulacan is a flood-prone area. When a typhoon or heavy rain warning is raised:
Before the Storm (PAGASA warning raised)
Message Gary immediately — inform him of the storm signal level.
Check the water gate — make sure it can be opened quickly if flood water rises.
Lower the pond water level by 20–30 cm through the outlet gate to create room for rainwater overflow.
Tie down or secure all portable aerators, tools, and equipment in the shed.
Move feed bags to the highest, driest point in the storage area and cover with waterproof tarp.
Check that generator fuel is full if you have one.
Note fish count and any recent feeding times in the logbook before leaving.
During and After the Storm
Do not go to the pond during strong wind or high floodwater — your safety comes first.
Once it is safe to return, check the dike immediately for breaches or overflow damage.
Check aerators and restart if power is restored.
Count dead fish along the edges. If mass death is occurring, follow the Fish Kill Emergency Procedure above.
Do not resume feeding for at least 24 hours after a storm — fish are stressed and water quality is compromised.
Take full photo/video documentation of all damage and send to Gary.
Check if neighboring ponds have flooded into yours — this can bring in disease, predators, or pollutants.
08 Harvest Protocol
When to Harvest
Target fish weight: 500g–800g per fish. Most buyers in Bulacan prefer 500g–600g for bangus.
Target grow-out time: 5–7 months from stocking of fingerlings.
Do not harvest without Gary's approval. Send the latest fish sample weights and get his go-signal first.
Time your harvest with the market. Talk to your buyer 1–2 weeks ahead to confirm the price and schedule.
Best time to harvest: early morning (3:00 AM–6:00 AM) when temperature is cool. This keeps the fish fresh longer and reduces stress mortality during transport.
Signs the Fish Are Ready
Weekly sample weight is averaging 500g or more. Fish appear full-bodied and healthy. Buyer has confirmed purchase price. Gary has given the go-signal.
Pre-Harvest Preparation (1–2 weeks before)
Confirm harvest date and volume with the primary buyer. Get price per kg in writing (text message or receipt).
Arrange transport — live haul truck or bangus harvesting boat. Confirm vehicle availability.
Prepare harvest equipment: seine net (pukot), harvest basin (batya), ice supply (at least 200 kg per 500 kg of fish), weighing scale, plastic containers or crates.
Stop feeding fish 24–48 hours before harvest. Empty gut reduces mortality during transport.
Lower pond water level by 30–50% the day before harvest to make netting easier.
Notify barangay or hapon (local buyer agent) if applicable.
Harvest Day — Step by Step
Start at 3:00 AM or earlier. Cool temperature keeps fish alive and fresh.
Deploy the seine net from one end of the pond. Pull slowly and steadily toward the water gate end.
As fish are concentrated at the gate end, use dip nets (lambat) to scoop fish into the harvest basin.
Grade the fish immediately: Grade A = 500g and above, Grade B = 300g–499g, Grade C = below 300g (below-size fish can be returned to pond for another growing cycle if healthy).
Weigh each grade separately. Record the weight in kilograms in the logbook.
Pack fish with crushed ice in crates or containers for transport. Layer: ice — fish — ice.
Load transport vehicle. Accompany the load to the buyer's location or confirm with a trusted person who goes with it.
At the buyer: witness the buyer's weighing. Record their weight. Compare to your farm weight. Difference should not be more than 2–3%.
Collect payment. Count the cash. Take a photo of the payment receipt. Send photo to Gary immediately after.
Return to farm. Record full harvest summary in logbook.
Harvest Record Template
Harvest Record — Gary's Bangus Farm
09 Financial & Reporting
Daily Expense Logbook Format
Every peso spent on the farm must be written in the logbook the same day it is spent. No exceptions.
Daily Expense Log
#
Item / Description
Supplier / Store
Amount (PHP)
Receipt (Y/N)
1
2
3
4
5
TOTAL FOR THE DAY
Cash Handling Rules
Never keep more than PHP 5,000 in cash at the farm at any time.
All cash received from Gary must be sent via GCash to the farm operating account or received as cash in hand — record the transfer date and amount immediately.
For purchases above PHP 2,000, ask for Gary's approval first via WhatsApp message — keep the message as your authorization record.
Every receipt must be photographed and sent to Gary via WhatsApp the same day.
Never lend farm cash for personal use — this applies to everyone including Aaron and Sean.
At the end of each week, count all cash on hand and confirm it matches the logbook balance.
GCash Request Process
Send Gary a WhatsApp message with: reason for request, amount needed, and what it is for. Example: "Gary, need PHP 3,500 for feed delivery from DLS on Friday. Receipt will follow."
Wait for Gary to confirm the transfer. Do not proceed with large purchases until confirmed.
Once purchase is done, photograph the receipt and send it to Gary's WhatsApp immediately.
Record the expense in the daily logbook that same day.
Weekly Summary Report to Gary
Send this every Sunday evening via WhatsApp or Messenger. Include photos of the pond and logbook pages.
Weekly Report Template — Gary's Bangus Farm
Photos to Always Send With the Weekly Report
(1) Wide shot of the pond. (2) Close-up of the water surface. (3) Photo of the weekly fish sample on the scale. (4) Photo of the daily logbook pages for the week. (5) Photo of the feed storage area.
10 Contact Directory
Keep this list updated. Print one copy and post it on the wall of the farm shed. Keep another copy in your phone.
Farm Owner — Remote (Canada)
Gary
WhatsApp: [Gary's number — fill in]
Messenger: [Gary's Facebook — fill in]
GCash: [Gary's GCash — fill in]
Time zone: Eastern Canada (13 hours behind Philippines)
Best time to call: 8–10 PM Philippine time (7–9 AM Canada)
On-Ground Manager — Primary
Aaron
Mobile: [Aaron's number — fill in]
GCash: [Aaron's GCash — fill in]
Lives in: [Barangay / town — fill in]
On-Ground Manager — Secondary
Sean
Mobile: [Sean's number — fill in]
GCash: [Sean's GCash — fill in]
Lives in: [Barangay / town — fill in]
Feed Supplier
DLS Trading — Hagonoy
Location: Hagonoy, Bulacan
Contact: [Sales contact name and number — fill in]
Products: Bangus starter, grower, finisher feeds
Delivery: [Lead time and delivery schedule — fill in]
Payment: [Cash / GCash / terms — fill in]
BFAR Region 3 — Fisheries Authority
Bureau of Fisheries & Aquatic Resources
Office: San Fernando, Pampanga
Trunkline: (045) 455-0014
Email: bfar.region3@da.gov.ph
Use for: Disease emergencies, permits, technical advice, fish kill reporting
Fingerling Supplier
[Supplier Name — fill in]
Location: [Municipality — fill in]
Contact: [Number — fill in]
Min. order: [Fill in]
Lead time for restocking: [Fill in days notice required]
Primary Fish Buyer
[Buyer Name — fill in]
Location: [Market / address — fill in]
Contact: [Number — fill in]
Buying price: PHP [fill in] per kg (Grade A)
Preferred size: 500g–800g
Backup Fish Buyer
[Buyer Name — fill in]
Location: [Market / address — fill in]
Contact: [Number — fill in]
Buying price: PHP [fill in] per kg
Use when: Primary buyer is full or price is too low
Local Veterinarian / Fish Technician
[Vet / Tech Name — fill in]
Clinic: [Location — fill in]
Mobile: [Number — fill in]
Availability: [Fill in schedule / call hours]
Use for: Disease diagnosis, treatment prescription, emergency consultation
Barangay Emergency Contact
Barangay Captain — [Barangay Name]
Mobile: [Number — fill in]
Barangay Hall: [Number — fill in]
Use for: Theft, flooding, civil emergency, assistance from neighbors
Electrical / Aerator Technician
[Technician Name — fill in]
Mobile: [Number — fill in]
Location: [Municipality — fill in]
Use for: Aerator breakdown, electrical panel issues, generator repair
Trusted Local Backup Contact
[Name of trusted neighbor or relative — fill in]
Mobile: [Number — fill in]
Use for: Emergency when neither Aaron nor Sean can reach the farm. Gary may contact this person directly.
Action for Aaron and Sean
Fill in all blank fields in this contact directory within the first week of farm operations. Send the completed version to Gary for his records. Gary keeps a copy in Canada too.
-- Reminders to Live By
The Three Rules of This Farm
1. When in doubt, message Gary — do not guess on important decisions.
2. Write everything down — if it is not in the logbook, it did not happen.
3. Take care of the fish like they are money — because they are.
This manual will be updated as the farm grows. If a situation comes up that is not covered here, use your best judgment, keep the fish alive, and contact Gary as soon as possible. Thank you for your work, Aaron and Sean. Let us make this farm a success.