One-day training on Best Management Practices in Fisheries for Fish Farmers under Training and Extension, implemented by the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources was held at Shamator village Council Hall on May 11. Shamyung O Ongh, DFO, Shamator enlightened the fish farmers on the importance of fisheries in food security, livelihood generation, and economic development. She emphasised that to ensure sustainable fish production and to protect aquatic resources, adopting Best Management Practices (BMPs) is essential.

She encouraged farmers to maintain good pond hygiene, use quality fish seed and feed, and regularly monitor water quality parameters such as oxygen level, pH, and temperature. Overstocking should be avoided, as it can lead to disease outbreaks and poor growth. Timely health management and proper disposal of dead fish to prevent the spread of infections were also discussed. Farmers were also advised to conserve water resources and avoid polluting nearby rivers, lakes, and wetlands.

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She further encouraged fish farmers to attend training and awareness programmes in the coming days to learn and adopt modern scientific techniques, improve productivity, and thereby increase income. She also highlighted the importance of adopting sustainable fisheries management to ensure healthy aquatic ecosystems for future generations.

Ruth Kikon, AFI, Shamator conducted a practical demonstration on pond liming and proper fish feeding techniques to help the fish farmers understand the correct methods and importance of scientific fish farming practices. All together around 40 fish farmers took part in the training.