ICAR-CCARI organized an awareness programme under SCSP

 An awareness- cum-demonstration programme on crab fattening and ornamental fish culture was organized on August 10, 2024, at Betqui village in Ponda, Goa, under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan, Govt. of India. A total of 10 beneficiaries (5 women) were present during the program. The operation of the crab fattening unit and backyard ornamental fish tanks were demonstrated to the farmers, which would be useful to enhance the income of the farmers in the region. Farmers expressed their interest to take up these activities in the post monsoon season. They also expressed that they are also interested to take up value addition in fish products. Dr Sreekanth GB, Shri Trivesh Mayekar- Scientist (Fish genetics and breeding)) and Mr. Melbin Lal (YP 2) coordinated the programme.