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Fish Waste-Based Biofertilisers

June 7 , 2026 17 hrs 0 min 36 0

Scientists at the Chennai-based ICAR-CIBA (ICAR – Central Institute of Brackish water Aquaculture) have developed two soil-friendly bio fertilisers from fish waste.
The two products, CIBA-Plankton Plus and CIBA-Horti Plus, are made entirely from fish market waste.
The innovation aims to address fish waste disposal and reduce dependence on chemical fertilisers.
India produces about 195 lakh tonnes of fish annually, generating over 60 lakh tonnes of fish waste.
Field trials showed that CIBA-Plankton Plus improved fish and shrimp production, increased survival rates, and reduced feed requirements.
CIBA-Horti Plus increased potato yields by up to 23.8%, improved soil fertility, and reduced the need for DAP (Diammonium Phosphate) fertiliser.