Delegates at the Conference
Theme: “Science-Driven Stewardship for a Sustainable Blue Economy”
ARBEC II is a collective commitment to address the critical issues affecting oceans, lakes, and waterways. Climate change, overfishing, pollution, and habitat degradation demand innovative and science-driven solutions.
The Aquaponics System at Maseno University
Maseno University as one of the partners is exhibiting various Technologies, Innovations, and Management Practices (TIMPs) from the research projects at Maseno University. These include Aquaponics, which allows the production of fish and crops in a closed loop and optimizes water and nutrient usage. On display are also different products from Black Soldier Fly (BSF) including BSF-based fish feeds and oil.
Dr Eric Ogello Department of Animal and Fisheries Sciences, Maseno University presents on Comparative Analysis of Aquaculture Development Pathways in Africa and Asia: Case Studies Within a Resource-Use Efficiency Context
At ARBEC II in Kisumu, Kenya, Dr. Erick Ogello presented on "Comparative analysis of aquaculture development pathways in Africa and Asia: Case studies within a resource-use efficiency context." His presentation highlighted the rapid growth of global aquaculture and emphasized its efficiency in resource use compared to other animal protein sources. He provided a comparative analysis, revealing that Asia, which produces 90% of the world's aquaculture, has achieved significant advancements through resource-efficient technologies and integrated practices. Conversely, Africa, contributing only 2% to global production, faces numerous challenges such as limited resources and climate change impacts. Dr. Ogello underscored the need for Africa to adopt sustainable aquaculture technologies from Asia to enhance production, improve livelihoods, and ensure environmental conservation.
H.E. Prof. Peter Anyang' Nyong'o - Governor, Kisumu County visits the Maseno University Exhibition stand and was impressed by the innovation on Aquaponics System.
H.E. Dr Mathew Ochieng Owili (left), Deputy Governor Kisumu County, on his right is Hon. John Safari Mumba Chairman of Board of Management KMFRI visits Maseno University exhibition Stand
Nicholus Outa (PhD candidate) Department of Animal & Fisheries Sciences, Maseno University, presenting on Blue Economy Opportunities for youth and women in Kenya.
Blue Economy Academia presented by the following panelists: (From Right) Prof. Philip Raburu Uni. of Eldoret, Nicholas O. Maseno Uni., Prof. Bernerd Fulanda-Pwani Uni., Prof. Charles Ochola-Vice-Chancellor Tom Mboya Uni. Prof. Christopher Ngacho-Kisii Uni
Maseno University receives an Award and a certificate for sponsoring and exhibiting at the ARBEC II 2024 Conference- received by Nicholas Outa
The 2nd Best Research and Innovation Stand awarded to Maseno Universty
Prof. Martin Van DerKnaap from FAO-Tanzania appreciated the technology
KMFRI reseachers Dr. Domitila Kyule and Jane Fonda inspecting ornamental fish delivered to Maseno Univerity Stand
Mr. Fredrik Juma (PhD candidate) in the department of Animal & Fisheries Sciences , Maseno University displaying Black Soldier Fly Fish feeds and other products