Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA)

Category:

Academia & Research
Government
Government Entity
Research Institute

Focus:

Environment
Social

Location:

Andhra Pradesh
Karnataka
National
Odisha
Punjab
West Bengal

Organization Description:

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA), is India’s premier institute for freshwater aquaculture research under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. CIFA’s primary responsibility is to develop technologies for freshwater fish, ranging from breeding, hatchery technologies, farming, feed development, disease diagnostics, and training. Through its extension network, training programs, and partnerships with state departments and farmer groups, CIFA supports inland aquaculture expansion while promoting responsible, productive practices for smallholder farmers.

Role in Indian Shrimp Aquaculture: CIFA is the key R&D institute for freshwater scampi (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) and increasingly for low-saline vannamei culture inland. It develops seed production, disease management, and polyculture protocols relevant to inland shrimp-growing areas. CIFA's research on freshwater prawn breeding, feeds, and better management practices contributes to the diversification and sustainability of India's broader shrimp and prawn value chain.

Contact: director.cifa@icar.org.in

Website: cifa.nic.in