'Matsya Setu'

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.

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