It is co-funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bangladesh.
Light Castle Partners
The FoodTechBangladesh initiative, co-funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bangladesh, has inaugurated its third Aquaculture Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Mymensingh.
This programme was launched by consultancies Larive International and LightCastle Partners to strengthen Bangladesh's aquaculture sector through sustainable and scalable solutions.
The new centre, which includes both in-tank and in-pond Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), will provide learning, research and demonstration opportunities for modern aquaculture production.
During the inauguration, technical sessions and demonstrations showcasing results from the in-tank and in-pond RAS facilities were held. The event was attended by representatives from government organisations, private companies, research institutions, and academia.
"The true success of these centres will be measured by the farmers who adopt better practices, the entrepreneurs who invest with confidence, and the young people who develop new skills," said H.E. Joris van Bommel, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Bangladesh.
FoodTechBangladesh is a five-year public-private partnership (PPP) that aims to enhance Bangladesh's aquaculture sector through sustainable and scalable interventions.
FTB focuses on improving technical performance, reducing post-harvest losses, and strengthening market linkages. Key initiatives include establishing Centres of Excellence across regions, training thousands of farmers, and promoting innovative aquaculture technologies.