Fisheries department trains Phek farmers in composite fish culture and integrated fish farming for sustainable livelihoods.
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DIMAPUR — The Department of Fisheries & Aquatic Resources organised a one-day training programme on management practices in composite fish culture and integrated fish farming at Sekruzu, Phek district, on May 29.
According to a DIPR report, a total of 30 farmers from nearby villages participated in the programme, aimed at enhancing knowledge and skills in modern aquaculture practices.
A practical demonstration on fish feed preparation was one of the highlights of the programme. Farmers were taught how to formulate and prepare cost-effective fish feed using locally available ingredients, thereby reducing dependence on expensive commercial feeds and lowering production costs.
Addressing the participants, DFO Phek R Esther Angami emphasised the need to complement traditional fish farming methods with modern aquaculture techniques.
She encouraged farmers to adopt practices such as composite fish culture and integrated fish farming, noting that these methods can significantly reduce farming expenses while increasing productivity and profitability.
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Esther further stated that embracing modern aquaculture techniques would not only enhance fish production but also contribute to ensuring a steady, profitable, and sustainable livelihood for farming communities in the district.
With the paddy planting season approaching, the resource persons also highlighted important management practices for adapting Paddy Fish Culture (PFC) in terrace fields, enabling farmers to maximise the productive use of available land and water resources.
The training was conducted through a series of technical sessions led by resource persons including District Fisheries Officer (DFO) Phek, Licheteu Therie, Assistant Fisheries Inspector (AFI), Dzuthorii Chotso and AFI, Meyete K Mero. The sessions covered key topics such as pond management practices, composite fish culture, and integrated fish farming.