The Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA) conducted a five-day training programme on ‘Fish Farming for Rural Development (An Option for livelihood Development)’ for 30 selected fish farmers from Madhubani in Bihar from February 2 to 6.
Some farmers and entrepreneurs from Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh also participated in the programme. CIFA Director Dr P Jayasankar inaugurated the programme and explained about the scientific fish farming. Aquaculture Production and Environment Division Head Dr BR Pillai and course directors Dr SK Swain and Dr GS Saha addressed the trainees.
During the training, the farmers were taught on soil and water quality management, breeding and culture of carps, cat fish, murrel, anabas, prawn and ornamental fishes. They also got exposure about fish feed, fish health and genetic improvement of fishes.
At the valedictory session, Fish Nutrition and Physiology Division Director In-Charge Dr SS Giri gave away certificates to the trainees.