Two improved strains of Nile tilapia that grow 30 percent faster and heavier than typical strains are helping to increase productivity and food security in West Africa and Egypt, according to seafood research group WorldFish.
WorldFish has been working with partners on two breeding programs in Ghana and Egypt to develop the "Abbassa"and "Akosombo"strains of Nile tilapia, a variety of fish native to much of Africa.
Almost four million people are employed in the fish farming industry in Africa, and faster-growing, heavier fish have financial benefits for farmers who can produce more fish per year.
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