1. Brooder transportation
Brooders are collected from ponds or natural waters
They have to be transported to the hatcheries
Transportation leads to stress to the brooders
Loss due to stress in transportation are,
Loss of strength
Loss of appetite and no feeding
Loss of eggs in the case of berried
Reduction in reproductive potential due to energy loss

2. Handling of brooders during transport
Careful handling is needed for the safety of the brooders.
Handling tips:
Acclimatize brooders to the transporting condition
Starve them for the protection of water quality
If necessary reduce temperature to reduce metabolic activities
Check the health before packing

3. Safety in the transport
Oxygenated packing will be more effective in saving the brooders from death due to low oxygen
Appropriate stocking of brooders in the packet is necessary
No ammonia accumulation in the water
No injuries to the brooders before transportation.
Repack if duration is more than the accepted time

4. Quarantine
Brooders are to be quarantined soon after reaching the hatchery.
Dip treatment in 20 ppm Formalin or Copper Sulphate is necessary
Isolation for a period of 24 hours is recommended
Observation for the disease outbreak