FOAB
FOABFish Farm Owners Association of Bangladesh

Empowering Bangladesh's Aquaculture Future.

Connecting farmers, technology, knowledge and markets to build sustainable fisheries and globally trusted seafood.

National Aquaculture Network
FOAB ECOSYSTEM 2025

Sustainable Production • Digital Traceability

Commercial Fish & Shrimp Farming Across 64 Districts.

Verified Producer Network
FBCCI & Ministry Affiliated
Modern Pond Diagnostics

Our Mission

Advancing Bangladesh Fisheries Together.

FOAB works to strengthen farmers, promote sustainable aquaculture, advance traceability and help Bangladesh's fisheries sector compete in modern markets.

Farmer Representation

Advocating for fish and shrimp producers at local, national, and regulatory policy levels.

Sustainable Aquaculture

Promoting responsible farming methods, biosecurity, and water quality conservation.

Digital Traceability

Building end-to-end transparent records from hatcheries to domestic and global consumers.

Market & Global Integration

Connecting Bangladeshi producers to competitive national value chains and export corridors.

FOAB E-Traceability

From Farm to Market.
Every Step Traceable.

Digital records designed to strengthen transparency, confidence and accountability across the aquaculture value chain.

FOAB Traceability RecordVERIFIED BATCH

Hash-anchored audit record • Demo Preview

Batch ID:FOAB-XXXXXX

Species

Example Species

(Scientific Name)

Farm Name

FOAB Registered Farm

FOAB Registered

Stocking Date

Registered Pond

Current Status

Production
Production Milestone TimelineExample Lifecycle Data
Step 01Day 01

Stocking

Documented hatchery fingerlings

Completed
Step 02Day 28

Feed Management

Formulated floating feed logged

Completed
Step 03Day 64

Water Quality Check

pH 7.8, DO 6.2 mg/L verified

Completed
Step 04Day 92

Growth Check

Target average weight 450g

Active
Step 05Target Day 120

Harvest

Scheduled cold-chain transport

Scheduled

Cryptographic Record Verification

Consumers and overseas buyers can scan batch QR codes on packaging to verify pond provenance and logged production records.

* Note: Real batch records require registered farm verification.
End-to-End Value Chain Sequence
01
HatcheryHatchery Seed
02
FarmPond Intake
03
ProductionFeed & Water
04
HarvestBiosecure Pull
05
ProcessorQuality Cold Chain
06
MarketWholesale / Export
07
ConsumerVerified QR Scan

Digital Farmer Services

Everything Farmers Need.
Connected.

A unified digital ecosystem engineered to support daily aquaculture operations, compliance, training, and farm health.

FARM MANAGEMENTWORKSPACE

My Farm

Manage farms, ponds, and production activity from one digital workspace.

Padma Estuary Farm #02
6 Active Ponds

Pond 01 • Nursery

Rohu Fingerling

Stocked: 18,000

Pond 02 • Grow-Out

Bagda Shrimp

DOC: 74 Days

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TRUST PROTOCOL

E-Traceability

Build trusted digital production and value-chain records for processors and exporters.

FOAB-BATCH-8821

Bagda Batch Record Logged

Digital traceability record confirmed

Fish Health Support

Request technical guidance from fisheries doctors, report disease symptoms, and track case resolution.

Submit Case Request

Training & Certificates

Register for professional aquaculture workshops and retain verifiable digital credentials in your wallet.

Browse Workshops

Market Information

Access verified wholesale pricing trends and export market opportunities as services become available.

Market Bulletin: Coming Soon

Ask FOAB • Advisory Helpdesk

Submit inquiries directly to the secretariat for membership status, government subsidy schemes, and legal guidance.

Contact Secretariat

FOAB Membership

One Association.
A Stronger Aquaculture Community.

Join a connected community representing and supporting Bangladesh's aquaculture sector.

FOABDigital Member
ACTIVE

Registered Farm Owner

Member Name

FOAB-XXXXXX

Fish Farm Owners Association of Bangladesh

FBCCI Affiliated • Established 2013

Industry Representation

Unified national advocacy through FBCCI, FPBPC, and government forums.

Technical Support

Direct access to fisheries advisors, disease prevention experts, and pond health guidelines.

Digital Member Identity

Verifiable credentials confirming verified commercial aquaculture standing.

E-Traceability Access

Batch logging platform for compliance with modern wholesale and export buyers.

Training & Networking

Priority enrollment in technical symposiums, hands-on workshops, and national conventions.

Policy Updates

Real-time advisories regarding regulatory amendments, tariffs, and government schemes.

National Presence

Growing a Connected Aquaculture Network.

FOAB MembersVerified member registry
District CoverageZila coverage across Bangladesh
Registered FarmsCommercial aquaculture units
Traceable BatchesE-Traceability production logs

Knowledge & Resources

Practical Knowledge.
Better Aquaculture.

Field-tested aquaculture methodologies, disease management advisories, and export compliance standards curated by fisheries specialists.

Fish FarmingShrimp FarmingHatcheryFeed & NutritionWater ManagementFish HealthBiosecurityExport StandardsPolicies
Verified Guide
FOAB Extension SeriesFish Health & Biosecurity
FOAB Technical Advisory Panel6 min read

Monsoon Disease Mitigation and Pond Water Aeration Protocols

Technical guidance on dissolved oxygen maintenance, prophylactic salt application, and pathogen management during heavy rainfall cycles.

Read Full Technical Guide
Export Protocol
FOAB Extension SeriesShrimp Farming & E-Traceability
Fisheries Quality Standards Cell8 min read

Black Tiger Shrimp (Bagda) Traceability for European Union Market Entry

Standard operating procedures for antibiotic residue prevention, cold chain logging, and batch verification requirements for export consignments.

Read Full Technical Guide
Field Research
FOAB Extension SeriesFeed & Nutrition Optimization
FOAB Aquaculture Research Desk5 min read

Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) Optimization for Commercial Carp Poly-Culture

Field trial findings on floating extruded feeds versus farm-made mash, feeding frequency schedules, and water temperature correlations.

Read Full Technical Guide

Official Documentation

Policies, Research & Publications

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Technical Mission Report2019

PUM Netherlands Senior Experts FOAB Mission Report on Freshwater Fish Farming

2.8 MB
Government Policy2020

National Fisheries Policy & Hatchery Act Operational Regulations (Reference)

1.4 MB
FOAB Publications2024

FOAB Operational Framework on E-Traceability Implementation for Farm Owners

3.1 MB
Industry Guideline2023

Safe Feed Usage & Biosecurity Protocols for Semi-Intensive Shrimp Production

1.9 MB

Capacity Building & Assembly

Learn. Connect. Grow.

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OCT18
National WorkshopDhaka • CIRDAP Auditorium

Workshop on Implementing Digital E-Traceability Systems for Commercial Fish Farms

Registration Open
Register
NOV05
Technical SymposiumKhulna • District Fisheries Center

Modern Shrimp Nursery Biosecurity & Early Mortality Syndrome (EMS) Prevention

Registration Open
Register
DEC12
ConventionDhaka • Bangabandhu International Conference Centre

Annual General Meeting & National Aquaculture Policy Consultation 2025

Upcoming
Register

Press & Updates

Latest from FOAB

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Press & Media
E-Traceability
Recent Official Release

Workshop Conducted on “Importance of E-Traceability System Implementation in Fisheries”

“ই-ট্রেসেবিলিটি সিস্টেম বাস্তবায়নে গুরুত্ব” শীর্ষক কর্মশালা

FOAB leaders and technical specialists gathered in Dhaka to demonstrate pilot digital traceability workflows connecting hatcheries, grow-out ponds, and processing factories.

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Member Welfare
Partnership
Recent Agreement

Healthcare Services Agreement Signed Between FOAB and Labaid Group

স্বাস্থ্য সেবায় ল্যাব এইডের সঙ্গে ফোয়াবের চুক্তি স্বাক্ষরিত

Under this corporate agreement, registered FOAB fish farm owners and their immediate families receive subsidized specialized medical diagnostic and hospital healthcare services nationwide.

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Policy & Advocacy
FOAB Activities
Stakeholder Meeting

Multi-Stakeholder Consultation on Sustainable Shrimp Culture and Modern Export Corridors

ই-ট্রেসেবিলিটি ও মৎস্য উন্নয়ন স্টেকহোল্ডার মিটিং

Discussion addressing semi-intensive shrimp culture expansion, quality fingerling access, and compliance standards necessary to expand Bangladesh’s footprint in European and global seafood markets.

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Leadership Address
MS

OFFICIAL PORTRAIT ARCHIVE

Molla Sumsur Rahman Shahin

Founder President

Fish Farm Owners Association of Bangladesh

Message from the Founder President

“Protecting the rights of our farmers, ensuring traceability, and positioning Bangladesh as a leader in sustainable aquaculture.”

As the Founder President, I am proud to lead an organization that brings together the hardworking fish, shrimp, and fry producers of our nation. FOAB was established with a vision to empower rural communities, create employment, support women entrepreneurs, and contribute to the socio-economic growth of Bangladesh through sustainable aquaculture.

Since our founding in 2013, we have remained committed to protecting the interests of farmers and ensuring traceability, quality, and transparency in fish production. With the support of our valued members and collaboration with key government and private stakeholders, FOAB continues to play a vital role in advancing the fish and shrimp sector—both locally and globally.

Molla Sumsur Rahman ShahinTerm: 2025–2027 Executive Committee

Our Institutional Partners & Affiliations

Collaborating with apex trade councils, government ministries, and international technical advisors.

FBCCI

Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce & Industry

Apex Trade Organization
FPBPC

Fishery Products Business Promotion Council (Ministry of Commerce)

Export Promotion & Standards
Agro-Food ISC

Agro-Food Industry Skill Council

Vocational Standards & Training
PUM Netherlands

Senior Technical Aquaculture Experts (Netherlands)

International Technical Collaboration

Connected Mobile Ecosystem

FOAB.
In Your Pocket.

Manage membership, farm records, traceability, training, alerts and FOAB services from one connected mobile experience.

Farmer Home

Daily Farm Status

Padma Pond #03

DO: 6.8 mg/L • Safe
Feed Logged45 kg
Growth StageWeek 11
Verified Traceability

FOAB-2025-0812

Export Consignment Pass

Verified by FOAB Inspection Cell
Digital Member IDACTIVE
FO

Commercial Farm Member

ID: FOAB-XXXXXX

Authorized by FBCCI • Ministry Affiliated

Farm & Pond Logging

Water quality & daily feeding records

Instant E-Traceability

Scan batch tags and generate buyer QR codes

Digital Member Card

Offline verifiable member identity token

Fish Health Doctor

Instant photo upload for technical triage

Market Price Alerts

Wholesale carp and shrimp mandi pricing

Offline Mode Support

Built for rural pond embankments with sync

Mobile applications currently in private beta for registered members. Public release scheduled for upcoming milestone.

Join The Movement

Building the Future of
Bangladesh Aquaculture.

Join FOAB and become part of a more connected, sustainable and globally competitive fisheries sector.

Official FBCCI Recognized Entity
Direct Ministry Consultation
Complete E-Traceability Support