About
FISHERIES DEVELOPMENT BOARD
The Fisheries Development Board is an autonomous body, working under Ministry of National Food Security and Research, Government of Pakistan, committed to promoting sustainable fisheries and aquaculture practices. Our mission is to support the development of aquaculture and Fishing industry in a way that benefits both the environment and the communities that depend on it. Through research, advocacy, and partnership building, we strive to create a thriving and resilient fisheries sector that contributes to food security, economic growth, and environmental sustainability.
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Mr. Muhammad Junaid Wattoo
FDB has been conceived to boost up the development of Fisheries sector with particular reference to provide and maintain a platform for enhancing and promoting fisheries sector in Pakistan. The platform of FDB enable the fishermen community...
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Federal Minister
Dr. Kauser Abdullah Malik
Secretary
Capt(Retd.) Muhammad Mahmood
On goingProjects
Promotion of Trout Farming in Northern Areas of Pakistan
Project Gestation Period5 Years (2019-24)
Project CostRs. 2355.13 Million
The specific objectives of the project are:
- Enhance capacity for quality trout seed production through infrastructure development.
- Support for establishment of trout farms in private sector.
- Promote cage culture technology.
- Value chain development for trout fish produce.
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Pilot Shrimp Farming Cluster Development Project
Project Gestation Period5 Years (2019-24)
Project CostRs. 1.954.215 Billion
The specific objectives of the project are:
- Promotion of shrimp aquaculture in inland areas.
- Development of shrimp value chain, support services and legal framework.
- Livelihood and job creation for rural people.
- Export earnings from inland aquaculture.
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Cageculture Cluster Development Project
Project Gestation Period5 Years (2019-24)
Project CostRs. 4965.50 Million
The specific objectives of the project are:
- Optimal Utilization of natural water resources.
- Up scaling cage culture technology across Pakistan.
- Livelihood and job creation for rural people.
- Increase per capita fish consumption
- Export earnings from cage aquaculture.
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FDB’s ACHIEVEMENTS Highlights of some achievements
