In a unique initiative, the Goa government is set to establish a sea bassnurseryfor reliable seed supply to increase production of Asian sea bass (Lates calcarifer) commonly called chonak in the state at a cost of over Rs 1 crore. The states requirements of sea bass seeds are approximately 2 lakh annually.
The primary objective of the project is to increase sea bass aquaculture in Goa using nursery seed produced. The aim is to produce quality nursery sea bass fingerling to meet the demand in the state.
The detailed project report (DPR) prepared by TERI said, Around 1.5 lakh to 2 lakh sea bass seeds will be produced annually and will be sold at a lower rate to farmers to ensure timely availability of quality fish seed to farmers for aquaculture.