Aquaculture and Fisheries Data Gap Study - Bangladesh

Abstract

This data gap study finds that Bangladesh’s aquaculture sector prioritizes practical, production-focused data, especially on innovation, value chain structures, local fish consumption, and biodiversity. These needs reflect immediate concerns around productivity, food security, and environmental management. However, the strong focus on short-term operational data has led to the neglect of critical long-term issues. Experts highlight malnutrition data and life cycle assessments as essential for sustainable development, yet these remain low priorities among stakeholders. The study underscores a clear gap between immediate production goals and the data needed to support long-term health and environmental sustainability.