| Breeding koi in Japan by hobbyists has existed for quite a while and with
some good sucess. I think it is just now starting to catch on in other areas.
It does seem that this board has attracted more than it's share of those who are anxious to learn.
Three years ago when I started, I simply wanted the education. I had gone as far as I could afford as a hobbyist and it was a new plateau
that I could furthur my love of koi into.
I have been moderately sucessful. It has been alot of work. I am glad for the opportunity to learn.
I'd suggest you get the best pair together of your favorite color variety and try from what you've learned. there are enough of us around youi can ask specific questions of when the time comes to fill in the gaps from what your reading. Perhaps you will be successful. If not you can appreciate the hard work and effort that goes into producing a koi worthy
of displaying.
from where I sit right now, breeding like being a hobbyist is expensive to get a pair of high quality koi that "click" and produce good babies. The facilities to rear so many gets expensive. But I encourage you to follow your heart, even on a small scale just to learn.
everytime I go out to the furthurist pond to feed my baby asagi, there is a feeling of expectation to see how they are growing and changing and if the koi of my dreams is developing right before my eyes. It's exciting. I wish you good luck in your endeavor! |