Zimbabwe's tilapia sector is on course for expansion, say experts

Published 2022년 7월 11일

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A meeting by FISH4ACP, a global initiative aimed at developing the fish value chain, in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources of Zimbabwe, has resulted in a strategy to boost tilapia production to 20,000 tonnes annually. This initiative seeks to empower women, youth, and marginalized groups in the sector, targeting small-scale farmers to increase their earnings from $1.2 million to $60 million. The plan emphasizes sustainable aquaculture, without causing environmental harm or water pollution. It includes measures such as improving inputs, promoting good practices, and supporting cold chain and marketing. The initiative also focuses on reducing feed costs through alternative ingredients and strengthening regulatory frameworks for social and environmental improvements.

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The group discussed ways to help the southern African nation develop its tilapia sector and promote opportunities for women, youth and marginalised groups without adding pressure on the environment. “Tilapia is key to our ambition to expand aquaculture production in Zimbabwe,” said Milton Makumbe, acting director of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources at a meeting organised by FISH4ACP, a global fish value chain development initiative of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) implemented by FAO with funding from the European Union (EU) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). “This plan is of great help to our efforts and will contribute to poverty reduction, improved food security and economic growth,” Makumbe added. The strategy foresees an increase of tilapia production to 20,000 tonnes per year, combined with soaring benefits of small-scale tilapia farmers from less than $1.2 million to $60 ...

Source: Thefishsite