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Aquaculture: Key to Farmer Income & Nutrition
21 Jan
Summary
- Freshwater aquaculture boosts farmer income and nutritional security.
- National workshop focuses on disseminating aquaculture technologies across India.
- ICAR-CIFA developing farmer-centric technologies for scaling up.
Freshwater aquaculture plays a critical role in improving farmers' earnings and nutritional well-being. A national workshop recently convened to accelerate the spread of these vital technologies throughout India. Officials stressed the necessity of collaborative national initiatives to ensure efficient technology adoption.
The event underscored the importance of linking scientific research with societal needs. Agricultural institutes and agricultural science centers are pivotal in translating research discoveries into tangible benefits for farmers. A focused, accountable five-year action plan was proposed to guide future efforts.
Discussions also covered the establishment of numerous fisheries clusters nationwide. The goal is to create practical roadmaps for high-impact freshwater aquaculture technologies, tailored to diverse regional requirements. Developing and scaling up farmer-centric innovations through established extension networks is seen as key to success.
