Development of Self-sustained Culture-based Inland Fisheries to ensure Food and Nutritional Security and Livelihood Improvements in Rural Communities in Sri Lanka

About this project

To enhance the socio-economic well-being and food security of rural communities in Sri Lanka through the sustainable development of inland fisheries. This will be achieved by improving fish seed production, increasing fish fingerling stocking, enhancing reservoir fisheries management, and expanding market opportunities. The project aims to build technical capacities, integrate environmentally sustainable practices, and promote gender equality and inclusivity in all aspects of fisheries development. By leveraging innovative technologies and best practices, the objective is to establish a self-sustained, climate-resilient, and community-driven inland fisheries sector that contributes to the national goal of reducing poverty and ensuring nutritional security.

Published by

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) · Multilateral

Countries

Sri Lanka

Sectors

Fishery development

Focus

Gender equality · Also contributesNutrition · Also contributes

Funded by

Japan

Implemented by

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Accountable

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Published by Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 30 Sept 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: XM-DAC-41301-748917.

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