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Sri Lanka Elevates Shrimp Aquaculture with High-Tech ... - Newsfirst
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka has advanced efforts to modernise its shrimp aquaculture sector following the completion of a four-year initiative aimed at strengthening sustainability, technology adoption and disease management across the industry.The project, titled “Smart and Sustainable Aquaculture through Effective Biosecurity and Digital Technology,” was implemented by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources. Financial support was provided by the Government of the Republic of Korea.Over its duration, the initiative reinforced national biosecurity systems, introduced digital solutions, improved food safety mechanisms and expanded technical expertise throughout Sri Lanka’s shrimp value chain.Among its most significant outcomes is the development of the National Strategy on Aquatic Animal Health, which establishes a comprehensive framework for improving disease prevention and management in aquaculture. The strategy is supported by a national aquatic pathogen list, disease profiles covering major shrimp illnesses and findings from a nationwide survey of 699 shrimp farms.The project also enabled GIS-based mapping and profiling of farms, allowing for more precise disease surveillance, environmental monitoring and strategic planning. Laboratory capacity in aquatic animal health was upgraded, including improvements to National Aquaculture Development Authority (NAQDA) facilities and greater access to modern diagnostic technologies.A notable feature of the project is the introduction of the National Shrimp Industry Information System (SIIS), a digital platform designed to integrate farm-level and national data for real-time monitoring and decision-making. The system uses IoT-enabled sensors to capture water quality indicators and generate early warning alerts, allowing both farmers and authorities to respond quickly to emerging risks. As part of this rollout, all shrimp farms in the Northwestern Province have been mapped under the SIIS platform, supporting a shift toward a more responsive and data-driven aquaculture sector.The initiative also reviewed and updated Better Management Practices (BMP) for shrimp farming, placing emphasis on stronger environmental sustainability and enhanced biosecurity. These updated guidelines have been widely shared among farmers and other stakeholders through targeted awareness and training programmes.Ambassador of the Republic ...
The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture - Meeting the Sustainable ...
The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2018 highlights the critical importance of fisheries and aquaculture for the food, nutrition and employment of millions of people, many of whom struggle to maintain reasonable livelihoods...The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture is the only publication of its kind, providing technical insight and factual information on a sector increasingly recognized as crucial for societal success. In addition to reporting major trends and patterns observed in global fisheries and aquaculture, this edition scans the horizon for new and upcoming areas that need to be considered if we are to manage aquatic resources sustainably into the future, including cooperation through regional fisheries bodies and advances such as blockchain technology, to ensure that in delivering the SDGs we tackle the root causes of poverty and hunger while building a fairer society that leaves no one behind. Full Report (Pdf)
SEAMEO BIOTROP Strengthens Food Security through Biofloc-Based ...
Bogor, 6 May 2026 - SEAMEO BIOTROP continues to strengthen its role in supporting national food security through the development of sustainable aquaculture innovations. One of the initiatives currently being developed is the application of biofloc technology as an efficient and environmentally friendly fish farming model with the potential to support the provision of nutritious food for ...
Digital Pathways to Efficiency: A Multi-Stakeholder Assessment of Sri ...
1.3. Research Objectives The main objective of this study is to assess the efficiency of Sri Lanka's fish supply chain from a multi-stakeholder perspective and to identify digital market solutions to improve coordination, value distribution, and overall system performance. This aim is pursued through three specific objectives:
