Government is taking a long-term plan to increase natural production of indigenous fish

The minister said these things in his speech as chief guest at a workshop organized by the Bangladesh Fisheries Research Institute (BFRI) at the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council (BARC). He said that although self-sufficiency has been achieved in farmed fish, natural breeding grounds are under threat due to climate change and unawareness. To overcome this crisis, he directed scientists to intensify research on developing indigenous fish breeds, restoring endangered species, and safe fish production. The minister also mentioned the target of exporting sufficient fish abroad while maintaining quality.

Speaking as special guest at the workshop, State Minister for Fisheries and Livestock Sultan Salauddin Tuku said fish production and taste depend on water quality. Therefore, a suitable environment for fish growth must be ensured by preventing pollution and excavating rivers and canals. The event was presided over by Director General of BFRI Dr. Md. Latiful Islam, and senior officials and researchers from various departments, including Secretary of Fisheries and Livestock Md. Delowar Hossain, were present.