AI-Powered Fish Farming Launched to Quadruple Production in Mymensingh

Aiming to achieve four times higher production than traditional methods, an advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based fish farming initiative has been launched using vertical expansion and deep-water layers in the same pond.

The inauguration ceremony was held on Monday (March 10) under the planning and implementation of the Trishal Upazila Administration in Mymensingh district. 

Mohammad Mokhter Ahmed, the Divisional Commissioner of Mymensingh, attended the event as the chief guest.

Among others,  Trishal Upazila Nirbahi Officer Abdullah Al Bakiul Bari, Trishal Municipality Executive Officer Kaberi Jalal, Assistant Commissioner (Land) Mahbubur Rahman, Senior Fisheries Officer Shamsuzzaman Masum, Project Implementation Officer Md. Shahidullah, and Upazila Social Services Officer Mahmudul Hasan were present.

AI technology in fish farming is widely used in various countries. The new method integrates Aquaculture 4.0 automation devices and vertical expansion techniques, enabling real-time monitoring of ponds through web and mobile applications. 

The primary goal of this approach is to increase fish production by 3 to 4 times in limited space while reducing manual labor.

Installing sensors and other technological equipment in a one-acre pond under this system is estimated to cost a maximum of Tk 5 lakh.

Speaking to journalists at the event, chief guest Mohammad Mokhter Ahmed stated that Mymensingh leads in fish production in Bangladesh, and this innovative project would further enhance the sector's growth.

He added that the project is currently in a trial phase and will be implemented experimentally in 12 unions of the Upazila to encourage local fish farmers to adopt this advanced method.

The event was also attended by officials from various government institutions in Trishal Upazila, along with print and electronic media journalists.

Earlier, the Upazila Administration successfully cultivated fish using the AI method in a government pond at Kanihari Union. 

Following this success, the Upazila Parishad’s government pond was re-excavated and prepared for fish farming.

Reportedly, the vertical expansion technique enables higher fish production by utilizing deeper water layers in the same pond. 

The Upazila Administration has assured full support to fish farmers willing to adopt this method.