Sundarbans Aquaculture Model Wins FAO Global Award
The Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS) of West Bengal’s Sundarbans has earned global acclaim for its Sustainable Aquaculture in Mangrove Ecosystems (SAIME) model.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations honoured NEWS with Global Technical Recognition on 15 October 2025.
This award was given during FAO’s 80th Anniversary Celebrations and the World Food Forum in Rome, Italy.
SAIME is a pioneering approach that integrates aquaculture with mangrove conservation, climate adaptation, and sustainable livelihoods.
