Strengthening Bangladesh’s Fish Seed System: Pathways for Scaling Genetic Innovations

Abstract

Bangladesh’s aquaculture sector has grown rapidly, driven by hatcheries and nurseries that supply seed nationwide. This growth has supported nutrition, livelihoods, and economic progress but faces challenges in genetic quality, broodstock management, seed standards, nursery coordination, and farmer advisory services. Government agencies and research institutions are prioritizing quality assurance, governance, and coordination, while CGIAR science programs (SAAF and S4I) complement these efforts by advancing genetic improvement and delivery models. Building on recent consultations, the CGIAR Scaling for Impact (S4I) program will launch new activities in 2026 to expand farmer access to high-quality seed. The workshop convened stakeholders to agree on practical standards, traceability measures, delivery pathways, and monitoring indicators to guide implementation and support evidence-based decisions.