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Consolidating the Fisheries Sector in South Batinah: A Series of Initiatives

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The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MAFWR) is driving consolidation efforts in the fisheries sector of South Batinah, with a range of initiatives aimed at boosting the industry's economic contributions, attracting new investments, and creating job opportunities. Director General Amer bin Humaid al Shibli highlighted key projects, including a new fish market in Rustaq, valued at RO500,000, and four aquaculture investment opportunities in Barka and Musannah. The initiatives also focus on artificial coral reef projects, which aim to improve fish breeding environments, support food security, and promote ecotourism.

Key Takeaways:

  • A new fish market in Rustaq, valued at RO500,000, is under construction to support the fisheries sector.
  • Four aquaculture investment opportunities have been offered in the wilayats of Barka and Musannah to promote investment and job creation.
  • An artificial coral reef project in Musannah is being developed, with 80 units to be manufactured and installed at a cost of RO400,000.
  • The project aims to improve fish breeding environments and support food security by creating 80 artificial coral reef units.
  • 160 artificial coral reef units have been deployed in Barka, with monitoring every six months to rehabilitate and expand coral reef areas.
  • The project includes the creation of an underwater military museum using decommissioned military equipment as reef bases to support ecotourism.
  • The second phase of the Barka Fishing Port development includes plans for a shopping centre, retail outlets, restaurants, hotels, an entertainment centre, a water park, and a water fountain show.
  • Coordination is underway to complete a coastal road project to enhance connectivity and accessibility.
  • The marina project will drive marine tourism, create direct and indirect job opportunities, and increase the fisheries sector's economic contribution.
  • MAFWR completed major projects in the governorate last year, including an integrated barramundi aquaculture project at a cost of RO6.75mn.
  • The Omani Bio-Products project, developed with Oman Investment Authority, was completed at a cost of around RO8mn.

Statistics:

  • RO500,000: Value of the new fish market in Rustaq.
  • RO400,000: Cost of manufacturing and installing 80 artificial coral reef units in Musannah.
  • 160: Number of artificial coral reef units deployed in Barka.
  • RO6.75mn: Cost of the integrated barramundi aquaculture project.
  • RO8mn: Cost of the Omani Bio-Products project, developed with Oman Investment Authority.

Sources:

  • "Amer bin Humaid al Shibli, Director General of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources in South Batinah"
  • "Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MAFWR)"

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