A day of knowledge-sharing, farmer engagement and a shared vision for better aquaculture

On the occasion of Pohela Boishakh (Bengali New Year), FISHBYTE spent the afternoon with shrimp farmers in Fultola Upazila, Khulna, bringing together local farmers for an engaging discussion on improved shrimp farming practices and quality seed.

The session focused particularly on FISHBYTE’s upcoming supply of superior quality all-male freshwater prawn (Golda) post-larvae (PL) from Oasis Hatchery. Farmers actively raised questions and shared their concerns about the PL, its quality, performance, and suitability for their farming practices. FISHBYTE’s team addressed their questions and discussed how farmers can make informed decisions when selecting and managing quality seed.

At Fultola Upazila workshop, the discussion went beyond seed. Farmers and the FISHBYTE team also explored practical aspects of pond preparation and farm management, with particular emphasis on nature-based and science-driven approaches. FISHBYTE reiterated its commitment to reducing unnecessary reliance on chemical and disinfectant use and promoting farming practices that can help farmers reduce production costs, improve farm performance, and build more sustainable production systems.

What stood out most was the farmers’ enthusiastic participation and genuine interest in learning and improving their farming practices. Their openness to asking questions and sharing field-level experiences made the session particularly meaningful for the FISHBYTE team.

FISHBYTE views direct engagement with farming communities as an essential part of its mission to transform aquaculture into a more productive, resilient, and knowledge-driven industry. The company remains committed to working alongside shrimp and prawn farmers across the coastal and southern regions of Bangladesh, bringing together quality inputs, technical knowledge, and practical farm-level support.

This Pohela Boishakh, FISHBYTE celebrated not only a new year, but also a shared hope for a better year of farming, productivity, and prosperity for Bangladesh’s aquaculture communities.