The team from MFOR together with their consultant recently came back from the Island of Nonouti after a 2 week renovation and upgrading mission. The mission which was part of the program funded under the EU Fisheries sector aimed in restoring key structures of the existing mini hatchery and improving essential systems to support a smooth and effective operation of the facility.

The mini hatchery is a very complex facility aimed at spawning marine species under a controlled environment and for sustainable farming in the sea. This project, aimed in producing artificial seedlings will help promoting livelihoods and sustainable fisheries by generating additional incomes to locals with minimal pressure on fisheries wild stock.

The people of Nonouti will benefit from this mini hatchery when fully operational in the future, in close collaboration with MFOR, through farming and exporting of marine species such as giant clams (Tridacna maxima), and hopefully other species in the future.

The MFOR extend its gratitude to the European Union Fisheries Sector Support for making this project a reality.