Library, Training, Our Services & Technology Transfer

Library

The College of Fishery Science, Nagpur, shares the central library facilities provided under Maharashtra Animal and Fishery Sciences University (MAFSU). This well-equipped academic resource supports students, faculty, and researchers by offering a wide range of printed and digital materials related to fisheries, animal science, and allied disciplines. The library fosters academic excellence by providing a conducive environment for learning, research, and knowledge enhancement across all constituent colleges under MAFSU.

Major Facilities:

Extensive Collection

Over 46,250 books, including 1,024 e-books, 42 print journals, 38 e-journals, 5,125 back volumes, and 3 CD-ROM databases.

Digital Resources

Access to e-resources through platforms like CeRA (Consortium for e-Resources in Agriculture), Krishikosh, Ideal, OA Journals, and digitized theses via ICAR’s KRISHIKOSH portal.

Specialized Databases

Access to databases such as VET, BEAST, FSTA, and CABI VMR to support advanced research.

Reference and Book Bank Services

Full textbook support for students through book bank, reference book services, and dissertation access (3,888 PG and Ph.D. theses).

Research Support Services

Participation in Document Delivery Services (DDR) and Interlibrary Loan to access materials not available in-house.

Training

Training in fish culture provides farmers and unemployed youth with essential skills and knowledge for sustainable aquaculture. It encourages the use of modern practices like seed production, feeding, and water quality management, improving productivity and income. These programs support self-employment, reduce rural unemployment, and promote entrepreneurship. With proper training, beneficiaries can manage fish farms efficiently and contribute to food security. To support this, the College offers specific following training modules for farmers and unemployed youth.

Training Modules

Fish Farming in Ponds and Tanks
Ornamental Fish Seed Production and Management
Culture Based Fisheries in Small Reservoirs
Management of Water Quality Parameters in Aquaculture
Value Added Fish Products Development
Design and Construction of Freshwater Fish Farm

Our Services

The College of Fishery Science, Nagpur offers a range of services aimed at promoting sustainable aquaculture and fisheries development.

The following are our key services:

Extension and Outreach

Organizing awareness programs, demonstrations, and field visit to transfer scientific fishery technologies to stakeholders.

Training and Skill Development

Conducting regular training programs for farmers, unemployed youth, SHGs, and entrepreneurs in:

Seed production and Freshwater fish culture
Value-added fish products
Water and soil quality management

Water and Soil Testing Services

Providing laboratory testing and consultancy services for water and soil analysis to support scientific aquaculture practices.

Fish Farm Consultancy and Planning

Offering technical guidance for setting up and managing fish farms, including site selection, species selection, and system design.

Technology Transfer

The College of Fishery Science (COFS), Nagpur facilitates effective transfer of aquaculture technologies to fish farmers, entrepreneurs, and rural youth, through training programs, demonstrations, and workshops, the college translates research into practical applications in fish farming, seed production, water and soil management, and value-added fish products. These efforts enhance productivity, sustainability, and livelihood opportunities in the fisheries sector.
Through various research and extension projects funded by different agencies, the college has successfully transferred the following fisheries technologies to fish farmers:

Freshwater Fish Culture in Polythene-Lined Ponds
Cage Culture in Small Reservoirs
Nursery Rearing in Cages in Reservoirs
Freshwater Seed Production and Nursery Rearing
Broodstock Management
Value-Added Fish Products