By KETRA KALUNGAMUSIKA has invested about $38, 250 in the Makasa fish farm out-grower scheme in Kapiri Mposhi district.This is for the construction of three fish cages with a capacity of about 51, 900 fingerlings under the Making Agricultural Markets Work Project.Mukasa Aquaculture Outgrower Scheme director, Royd Mukasa, said fish farming has the potential to contribute to the economic growth of the country if the right technical expertise is applied.He said in an interview that the project which started in 2017 was already supplying fish to most parts of the country and was the only breeder and supplier of catfish.MUSIKA project manager agricultural markets and nutrition, Jonathan Mwewa, said the project was aimed at addressing the nutrition challenges in the community.Mr Mwewa said about 18 farmers would benefit from the project and ultimately improve nutrition among households especially those that are headed by women. Speaking in an interview, Mr. Mwewa said access to nutritious food […]
Musika in fish project boost
