🌾Rice is life in Cambodia — but climate change is making farming harder. Integrated rice-field ponds help farmers store water, grow fish and veggies, and diversify income, building climate resilience one field at a time. Read the full story 👉 https://on.cgiar.org/4t92bmP

🇹🇱 Timor-Leste is eating more fish than ever! 🐟 The country's first nationally representative survey shows average consumption rising to 8.7kg per person per year, nearing the government's 10kg goal. Read the release: ➡️ https://on.cgiar.org/4qZ7C6h

🌊 What challenges are shaping IMTA in Bangladesh? Insights are gathered in Khulna—crucial in shaping future approaches for sustainable, multi-species aquaculture. Access here: 📘 https://worldfishcenter.org/publication/report-health-consultation-visits-and-workshop-potential-imta-production-systems

🇪🇬🇺🇸 WorldFish welcomed a distinguished delegation from the U.S. Soybean Export Council to our Abbassa facility in Egypt last month - aligned with SEC-MENA 96th aquaculture production training and included tours to our genetics and IPRS systems. #USSEC #WorldFish #SustainableAquaculture #BlueFoods

🌍 A new publication explores climate adaptation practices for aquaculture in Bangladesh, Kenya and Zambia—proposing a decision support framework. 📘 Read the full publication: https://worldfishcenter.org/publication/climate-adaptation-and-decision-support-resilient-aquaculture-asia-and-africa

🌊The Asia–Africa BlueTech Superhighway (AABS), led by WorldFish, is transforming aquatic food systems through innovation, technology, and community action. Watch the video here: 📽️https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWEFqY0iRuQ #AABSMozambique #Aquaculture #DigitalCoasts #SustainableFisheries

❓What do producer groups in Cambodia & Lao PDR need to strengthen skills, access markets & build resilience? This report answers that questions with a focused assessment: 📖 https://worldfishcenter.org/publication/needs-assessment-and-capacity-building-producer-groups-cambodia-and-lao-pdr

🖌️A recent blog about ancient fish painted on a wall teaches us about food systems today—a powerful reminder that aquatic foods have always been central to livelihoods, nutrition and culture. Read the blog: The Fish on the Wall 👉 https://worldfishcenter.org/blog/fish-wall

🌍✨GENDER Gains: Issue 2 is out! Highlights from Africa, Asia & the Pacific on advancing gender equity in aquatic food systems — inclusive policies, women-led initiatives, and climate-smart practices. Read Issue 2: 📄https://worldfishcenter.org/gender/gender-gains-quarterly-newsletter-issue-2

🇮🇩 Yesterday, WorldFish welcomed a delegation from the Government of Indonesia to discuss the Indonesia Aquaculture Revitalization Initiative — exploring how science and practical solutions can support Indonesia's aquaculture ambitions. This marks an initial step, with more engagement planned.

☁️@irriofficial.bsky.social and WorldFish in Cambodia co-hosted a workshop under the CGIAR-ASEAN Innovate for Food and Nutrition Security Regional Program—assessing the scaling readiness of rice-fish innovations, finalizing the establishment of the Accelerator Hub, and deepening collaboration.

🌍 A new WorldFish publication looks at existing gaps and opportunities to improve climate information for decision-making at local and regional levels. Read more: 📘https://worldfishcenter.org/publication/climate-services-aquatic-food-systems-asia-and-africa-current-state-challenges-and

📘 New WorldFish brief explores fish inclusion in Timor-Leste’s School Meal Program using a proof-of-concept—fish products to support nutrition and local markets. 🔗https://worldfishcenter.org/publication/integrated-analyses-planning-inclusion-fish-timor-lestes-school-meal-program-proof

🌊The World Economic Forum’s new report highlights innovation and partnerships for sustainable aquatic food systems, drawing on WorldFish research and experience. Read the report here: ➡️https://www.weforum.org/publications/investing-in-blue-foods-innovation-and-partnerships-for-impact-2026/

🌴What does it take to build resilient food systems in island contexts? Cross-sectoral partnerships can help strengthen resilience in island food systems. 🔗https://worldfishcenter.org/publication/cross-sectoral-partnerships-strengthening-resilience-island-food-systems-experiences

🌊 In Bayelsa State, the establishment of a decentralized tilapia hatchery improves access to quality fingerlings for local farmers. Full story here: 🔗https://worldfishcenter.org/blog/scaling-tilapia-nigeria-how-worldfish-transforming-aquaculture-through-decentralized-hatchery

WorldFish recently concluded the annual planning workshop for the Center for Renewable Energy in Aquaculture (CeREA) project, funded by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Cairo — priorities were aligned for the adoption of renewable energy solutions across Egypt’s aquaculture value chain.

🌾In Cambodia, traditional rice monoculture is giving way to integrated rice–prawn–vegetable systems that deliver higher profitability, nutrition, and ecosystem benefits. ➡️ https://worldfishcenter.org/blog/monoculture-multi-benefit-turning-cambodian-rice-fields-multi-benefit-ecosystems

World Seafood Congress 2026 is set for 9–11 Feb in Chennai, India — a global platform for innovation, sustainability, and collaboration across the seafood and aquatic foods community. 🌍 Find out more: 🔗https://worldfishcenter.org/events/world-seafood-congress-2026 #WorldFish #WSC2026

🤝Egypt has renewed its country agreement with WorldFish, following Cabinet endorsement of the President’s approval. ➡️Official release on the Egyptian Cabinet’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17LE6wHp9k/ ➡️Official press release https://www.youm7.com/

🐟 New Technical Report WorldFish + partners share 5 years of lessons from strengthening aquaculture in Sub‑Saharan Africa — from research & training to regional networks. Read the full report here: ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/WF11119P

🌊Investing in the next generation of fisheries leaders WorldFish participated in the Fisheries Society of Bangladesh–Young Fisheries Students Congress 2025 at the University of Dhaka held under the theme “Fisheries Students: The Future Leaders in Innovation and Entrepreneurship,”.

🌊Through WorldFish-led work in Bangladesh, salt farmers are producing Artemia locally and integrating fish and shrimp culture across seasons - reducing dependence on imports, increasing incomes and feed security. Read more: ➡️https://tinyurl.com/WF11110B

🌍Aquatic foods will be on the agenda at GFFA 2026 in Berlin, and WorldFish will be part of the conversation. Find out more: 🔗https://tinyurl.com/WF1111Event #WorldFish #GFFA2026

🤝WorldFish and Solomon Islands National University have teamed up through the new Centre for Island Futures to build research and capacity that supports sustainable aquatic food systems and resilient communities. Read more: ➡️https://tinyurl.com/WF2003B #WorldFish #SolomonIslands

🐟 At the 10th Biennial Fisheries Conference in Dhaka, WorldFish highlighted the priorities shaping Bangladesh’s aquaculture future — from innovation and disease management to stronger governance and investment in youth and research. #WorldFish #Aquaculture #Bangladesh

🌍 Last year, Liberia marked its first official #WorldFisheriesDay - highlighting how fisheries and aquaculture support food security and livelihoods. The EU-funded #Seeds4Liberia project was showcased for its impact, with momentum continuing today. Read more here: ➡️https://tinyurl.com/WF2000B#WorldFisheriesDay

🌍WorldFish will join partners at #GFFA2026 in Berlin for a session hosted by the Aquatic Blue Food Coalition on 16 January - on the role of aquatic foods in building resilient, grounded food systems. Details here: https://www.gffa-berlin.de/en/sessions/fp-16-2026-aquatic-blue-food-coalition/#GFFA2026

🤝Last month, WorldFish welcomed a representative from the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad) for discussions on transforming aquatic food systems in Africa and beyond. Read more 👇 https://www.norad.no/en/

🌊 How can the ocean help build stronger, climate-smart communities? Coastal communities are finding practical ways to strengthen livelihoods while protecting the ecosystems they depend on. Watch this powerful episode with WorldFish: 🎥 https://tinyurl.com/1001YT

🐟Five-Day Biofloc Aquaculture Training in Odisha, India A five-day residential training program was held to engage farmers in practical demonstrations on Biofloc tank preparation, water quality management, feeding strategies and field troubleshooting at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Puri

🐟 Inter-provincial workshop for local food system governance in Prey Veng, Cambodia A workshop brought together government, community and development partners for a dialogue supporting priority actions with Cambodia’s national food security roadmap and local food system governance.

🤝 WorldFish recently concluded its 98th Board of Trustees Meeting in Egypt Highlights include a 25-year renewal of the country agreement with the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, a new MoU with AOAD, and visits to research and innovation facilities supporting sustainable aquaculture.

🎊WorldFish steps into 2026 as we close out the year. 🌊 Wishing everyone a season of good tidings - and a tide of good things in the year ahead. Here is a recap of our 2025 highlights 📩 https://tinyurl.com/WF1225News Sign up for the monthly newsletter here 📥http://eepurl.com/ga8RV5

💬WorldFish recently concluded a CeREA stakeholder awareness session, funded by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Cairo. 58 participants shared updates from renewable energy pilots, discussed practical challenges and feedback to support implementation across six governorates. #Aquaculture #CeREA

🌾 Integrated rice–field pond and rice–prawn systems showcase 👥 120 participants (32 women) joined three Field Days to see improved models in action, and 30 demonstration households adopted these approaches across Kampong Thom and Prey Veng under CGIAR – Multifunctional Landscapes (AoW1).

🐟 Can Fish Fix the Global Nutrition Crisis? Nearly 800 million people still go hungry - millions more lack essential nutrients. We explore whether fish and aquatic foods can help fix the global nutrition crisis. 👉 Watch: https://worldfishcenter.org/deep-dive/can-fish-fix-global-nutrition-crisis

Last month, WorldFish and IWMI co-facilitated an Inclusive Community Reflection & Action Planning Workshop in Attapeu, Laos under CGIAR-Multifunctional Landscapes-AoW5 with 19 participants consisting of community members, local leaders, and Lao official representatives. #WorldFish #Laos

🎤 WorldFish’s postdoctoral fellow Dr Ayan Samadar recently participated as a panel expert at the Aqua North East Summit 2025 in Guwahati, India. The session focused on 'Government Schemes & Policies to Boost Aquaculture in the Northeast'. #AquaNorthEast2025 #BlueRevolution #Aquaculture

🌊 Can Seaweed Really Save the Planet? 🌱 In this episode, leading researchers unpack seaweed’s real potential and limitations, from ecosystem benefits to market and supply chain challenges. 👉 Watch now: https://worldfishcenter.org/deep-dive/can-seaweed-save-planet

🌊COP30 moved aquatic foods to the center of the climate agenda. More than half of ocean states now include fisheries and aquaculture within their adaptation priorities, while a quarter others set mitigation objectives for aquatic food systems. Read more about it ➡️https://tinyurl.com/WF1118B

📺 Shamba Shape Up - East Africa’s leading agricultural reality show: Sustainable aquaculture Join the series following real everyday decisions, challenges and small changes on the ground. Stream full episodes here: 👉 https://worldfishcenter.org/aabs/shamba-shape-advancing-sustainable-aquaculture

🪸 What systems do coastal fisheries need to thrive? Assess how existing institutional and legal arrangements, incentive-based approaches are shaping coastal fisheries and resource management. Access the full publication here: 📘https://tinyurl.com/WF1117J

📊 What can simple logbook records tell us about small-scale fisheries? Routine data collection from small-scale fisheries can reveal trends that help improve and support planning, service delivery and management decisions. Access the summarized findings here: 📘https://tinyurl.com/WF1116J

📘 WorldFish 2024 Annual Report A full, comprehensive report of our community-level aquaculture, fisheries and research that informs policy and investment decisions in WorldFish. 🔗 Read the report: https://worldfishcenter.org/publication/annual-report-2024 #WorldFish #smallscalefisheries

🎲How can play, learning and community engagement support antimicrobial stewardship in aquaculture? Look at how interactive play and participation can support antimicrobial stewardship in aquaculture communities. ➡️https://tinyurl.com/WF1113B #Aquaculture #Antimicrobial #smallscalefisheries

📘 Nourishing Island Food System Futures: A Strategy to 2030 WorldFish and the Solomon Islands National University Centre for Island Futures are shaping a collaborative roadmap to strengthen island food systems through to 2030. Access the full publication here ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/WF1212P

🎉WorldFish wraps up 2025 - a year of science, partnerships and real-world impact. Dive into our 2025 highlights with our year-end newsletter 📩 https://tinyurl.com/WF1225News Sign up for our monthly newsletter 📥http://eepurl.com/ga8RV5

🦐 Integrated Artemia systems are opening new possibilities for coastal aquaculture, helping farmers improve productivity, reduce risk and strengthen livelihoods - especially in climate-vulnerable coastal areas. Read how this approach is tested on the ground: 👉 https://tinyurl.com/WF1001Blog

🌊Climate-smart aquaculture in practice A new publication shares insights from an IMTA workshop in Bangladesh, where lessons from multi-species aquaculture trials were exchanged — exploring pathways for more sustainable and resilient coastal food systems. Read more: ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/WF1115J