Aquaculture is improving livelihoods in Zambia: study

A study led by the University of Stirling unveils significant benefits of smallholder aquaculture for Zambian farmers, marking a pivotal shift in rural livelihoods and food security. Researcher Alexander Kaminski highlights how integrating fish farming enriches income streams, enhances dietary diversity, and bolsters overall food security. Published in Agriculture and Food Security, the study underscores aquaculture's role in improving livelihoods and nutrition in Africa. It emphasises the need for policymakers to prioritise holistic farming approaches that go beyond traditional methods,  highlighting the multifaceted benefits of smallholder aquaculture for sustainable development in rural communities. (Phys.org)