Aquatrack: A System Architecture for Sustainable Bangus Farming

In the modern aquaculture industry, maintaining water conditions is essential for the sustainable production of Bangus. Despite advancements in fisheries, many local operators still rely on traditional manual monitoring methods that are time-consuming, prone to human error, and insufficient for addressing risks such as fish mortality, poor water quality, and bird predation. To address these challenges, AquaTrack was developed—an integrated web-app smart buoy system designed to automate monitoring and protect fish stocks. The study follows a developmental research approach using the Rapid Application Development model, allowing for iterative prototyping and continuous stakeholder feedback. The system is built on a three-tier architecture, utilizing an ESP32 microcontroller and various sensors to measure water temperature, pH, and dissolved oxygen in real-time. Beyond monitoring, the system integrates automated feeding alerts and a sound-based bird deterrent to enhance farm management. To ensure technical reliability, the system's acceptance level was evaluated through survey questionnaires based on ISO-25010 Software Quality Standards, involving fishpond owners, farmers, and IT experts. Results demonstrate that AquaTrack effectively provides accurate, real-time data storage and retrieval, significantly reducing operational risks. By consolidating monitoring and management into one accessible platform, the system enhances academic and professional workflows in aquaculture, contributing to a more technology-responsive and sustainable farming environment.

sustainable aquaculture, culture fisheries, bangus farming, real-time monitoring, smart buoy

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