Uasin Gishu Hosts Council of Governors’ Blue Economy Committee on Aquaculture Tour
The publication will serve as a valuable reference for counties to benchmark best practices and drive growth in the blue economy.
Dr. Sam Kottut Hosts Council of Governors’ Delegation to Promote Sustainable Aquaculture in Uasin Gishu. Photo/Uasin Gishu County Government.
By Robert Assad
Uasin Gishu County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Agriculture, Dr. Sam Kottut, on Tuesday hosted a high-level delegation from the Council of Governors’ Blue Economy and Fisheries Committee as part of a nationwide tour aimed at promoting sustainable aquaculture and fostering inter-county collaboration.
Led by Mercy Gatabi and Grace Kimani, the delegation is engaging with fish farmers across Kenya to gather insights on success stories, challenges, and innovations in the aquaculture sector.
The findings will be compiled into a comprehensive booklet focusing on climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture.
The publication will serve as a valuable reference for counties to benchmark best practices and drive growth in the blue economy.
Dr. Kottut praised the initiative, calling it timely and impactful in empowering farmers and advancing modern farming methods. He noted the alignment of the program with Governor Jonathan Bii’s agricultural diversification agenda, which promotes innovative and sustainable farming to improve rural livelihoods.
“This initiative presents a great opportunity for counties to collaborate and share knowledge,” said Dr. Kottut. “It will not only help farmers venture into fish farming but also strengthen food security and rural economic growth. Governor Bii’s vision is to uplift the farming community through innovation and support.”
During the visit, the county’s Livestock Chief Officer, Mr. Nixon Cheplong, announced that Uasin Gishu is in the process of developing a county-specific fish farming policy.
The proposed policy will provide a structured approach to aquaculture development by addressing key areas such as farmer training, input support, and market linkages.
Director of Fisheries, Edna Kemei, emphasized the importance of capacity building and continuous education for farmers to ensure increased productivity and sustainability in aquaculture.
She stressed that with the right support, fish farming could become a viable economic activity for many rural households.
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