Sustainable Aquaculture Programme
Practical Skills, Enterprise Development & Climate Resilience
Programme Overview
Edwards Hamlet Regeneration Centre (EHRC), located in Bufula A, Jinja City, Uganda, is developing a Sustainable Aquaculture Programme as part of its integrated approach to regenerative agriculture, practical education and sustainable enterprise development.
The programme is designed to equip farmers, young people, women and emerging agripreneurs with practical knowledge and skills in environmentally responsible fish farming, aquaculture management and business development.
The project has already entered its initial development phase, with fish ponds excavated and trees planted around the site. These facilities will form the foundation of a demonstration and experiential learning environment, connecting sustainable aquaculture with agroforestry, water conservation and other regenerative farming practices.
Through practical training, knowledge exchange and future institutional partnerships, EHRC aims to strengthen food and nutrition security, create livelihood opportunities and support climate-resilient agricultural enterprises across the Busoga region and beyond.
Our Progress — From Vision to Reality
The Sustainable Aquaculture Programme has progressed from concept to physical development, marking an important milestone in Edwards Hamlet Regeneration Centre’s commitment to practical, community-centred learning.
The initial development phase has included the excavation of fish ponds and the planting of trees around the site, laying the foundation for an integrated aquaculture demonstration and training facility.
As the programme develops, EHRC plans to establish essential pond management systems, introduce sustainable fish production practices and develop practical training opportunities for farmers, young people, women and emerging agripreneurs.
The long-term goal is to create a living learning environment where sustainable aquaculture, environmental restoration and enterprise development work together to strengthen livelihoods and climate resilience.
Pond Excavation, Tree Planting & Demonstration Site Development
Early Development of the Aquaculture Demonstration Site
Views of the developing aquaculture site at Edwards Hamlet Regeneration Centre in Bufula A, Jinja City, Uganda. Pond excavation and tree planting mark the initial phase of establishing a practical learning and demonstration facility for sustainable aquaculture.
Training & Skills Development.
Learning by Doing — From Pond Management to Sustainable Aquaculture Enterprise
The Sustainable Aquaculture Programme will adopt a practical, enterprise-oriented training approach that combines guided instruction, hands-on demonstrations and farm-based experiential learning.
Participants will develop skills across the aquaculture production cycle, from pond construction and preparation to fish stocking, feeding, water quality management, fish health, harvesting and marketing.
The training will also incorporate financial literacy, record keeping, enterprise planning and environmentally responsible production methods, enabling participants to develop sustainable and commercially viable aquaculture enterprises.
Through its demonstration facilities, EHRC aims to provide an inclusive learning environment for farmers, young people, women, students and emerging agripreneurs.
Our Practical Training Modules
Pond Development
Pond construction, preparation, rehabilitation and maintenance.
Fish Production & Nutrition
Fish species selection, stocking, feeding, nutrition and sustainable production practices.
Water Quality & Fish Health
Water quality monitoring, pond hygiene, fish health, biosecurity and disease prevention.
Harvesting & Marketing
Fish harvesting, post-harvest handling, storage, marketing and market access.
Aquaculture Enterprise Development
Record keeping, production costing, financial management and aquaculture business planning.
Integrated Regenerative Farming
Integrating aquaculture with horticulture, composting, water conservation and circular farming practices.
Demonstration & Learning Facilities
Practical spaces that support hands-on aquaculture learning
The Sustainable Aquaculture Programme is being developed as a practical demonstration and learning environment where participants can observe, practise and apply sustainable aquaculture methods in real-life conditions.
The facilities are intended to support hands-on training, knowledge exchange and integrated learning, linking aquaculture with broader regenerative agriculture practices at Edwards Hamlet Regeneration Centre.
Fish Ponds
Demonstration ponds for pond preparation, stocking, water management, fish growth monitoring and harvesting..
Integrated Farming Systems
Practical links between aquaculture, horticulture, composting, water conservation and circular farming practices.
Learning & Demonstration Space
A developing training environment for guided instruction, practical exercises, farmer learning and skills development.
Partnerships & Collaboration
EHRC welcomes collaboration with government agencies, research institutions, development organisations, training partners and private-sector actors who share an interest in sustainable aquaculture, climate resilience and livelihood development.
The centre seeks to build practical partnerships that strengthen aquaculture training, demonstration, innovation and enterprise development in the Busoga region and beyond.
Get Involved
To learn more about the Sustainable Aquaculture Programme, training opportunities or potential partnerships, please contact Edwards Hamlet Regeneration Centre.
We welcome enquiries from farmers, students, researchers, development partners and organisations interested in sustainable aquaculture and regenerative agriculture.