Jharkhand's Ambitious Leap in Fish Production: Aiming for 10 Tons Per Hectare
Jharkhand aims to increase fish production from 3 to 10 metric tons per hectare in five years through model ponds and cage culture techniques. Agriculture Minister Shilpi Neha Tirkey announced these plans at the state's first Matsya Mahotsav, promising support and funding for fishermen cooperative societies.
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Jharkhand's Agriculture Minister, Shilpi Neha Tirkey, recently unveiled an ambitious plan to boost the state's fish production to 10 metric tons per hectare over the next five years, up from the current yield of 3 metric tons.
Speaking at the state's inaugural 'Matsya Mahotsav', Tirkey emphasized the development of model ponds in every block and panchayat alongside the introduction of cage culture in local dams to achieve this goal.
The state administration is also providing financial support via grants, distributing Rs 2 lakh each to 75 fishermen cooperative societies, with promises to handle farmers' challenges and enhance their economic stability.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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