Maldives launches fourth basic mariculture training course under skills development programme

The Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Marine Resources has launched the fourth Basic Mariculture Training Course under its Mariculture Skills Development Programme. A total of 12 participants are enrolled in the fourth course to be held in 2026, while 15 participants from various atolls completed a course at the Maniufushi Research and Training Facility from the 10th to the 22nd of this month. The programme is part of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s 14-point agenda and aims to teach young people aquaculture skills, including how to establish hatcheries for fish farming. The Muizzu government has prioritised the development of the mariculture sector. The course, conducted by the Maldives Marine Research Institute with assistance from the World Bank-supported Transform Project, aims to build human resources and Maldivian experts for a sustainable marine aquaculture industry. Participants receive training on aquaculture systems, live food preparation, raising clam and seaweed, producing reef fish, shrimp and seafood, as well as practical experience and information on disease prevention and environmentally friendly practices.