'Matsya Setu'

Description

Context

Govt launches mobile app 'Matsya Setu' for aqua farmers.

Developed by

The app has been developed by the ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA), Bhubaneswar, with the funding support of the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), Hyderabad.

About

The App will disseminate the latest freshwater aquaculture technologies to the country's aqua farmers.
Matsya Setu app has species-wise/ subject-wise self-learning online course modules.
In these modules renowned aquaculture experts explain the basic concepts and practical demonstrations on breeding, seed production and grow-out culture of commercially important fishes like carp, catfish, scampi, murrel, ornamental fish, and pearl farming.
Better management practices to be followed in maintaining the soil and water quality, feeding and health management in aquaculture operations have also been provided in the course platform.
Upon successful completion of each course module, an e-certificate can be auto-generated.
Farmers can also ask their doubts through the app and get specific advisories from experts.

Significance

The app will be helpful for the farmers to learn the advancements in the technologies and better management practices at their convenience.

Attempt Daily Quiz

The National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) was established in 2006 as an autonomous organization under the administrative control of the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, to enhance fish production and productivity in the country and to coordinate fishery development in an integrated and holistic manner.

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/agriculture/govt-launches-mobile-app-matsya-setu-for-aqua-farmers/articleshow/84180416.cms