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When we talk about the Japanese ideal and domestic breeders, I think that we may be missing an inportant point about our local breeders. Wonderful fish are bred in Japan, but the end result (sumi quality, sheen, shiro, etc) is based on being raised in Japanese waters which have different parameters than those in the U.S. or wherever. To keep these fish in top form, extraordinary means are used to duplicate the Japanese waters. Frequently, the fish deteriorate in quality once they reach our ponds. The domestic breeders are aiming for the same qualities as the Japanese, but the fish will be adapted to the conditions in the U.S.--high ph, hard water, etc.--through selective breeding. It would be helpful if they were adapted to chlorine and nitrites-- LOL
It will take several generations of fish, but I believe that we can have the same quality of fish, but the fish will be happier in our waters. I think that we should support our local breeders, keep our minds open, and not dismiss their efforts.
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