Asian Fisheries Society
Welcome To AFS

The Asian Fisheries Society (AFS) is a non-profit scientific society founded in 1984 by fishery professionals in Asia. The society aims at promoting networking and co-operation between scientists, technicians and all stakeholders involved in fisheries (including aquaculture) production, research and development in Asia. Its ultimate objective is to enhance food security and income generating opportunities for fisheries workers via sound management practices, environmentally sustainable development and efficient utilization of the aquatic resources. More information on the objectives, highlight, past and present activities of the Society are given in the subsequent sections.

Special Announcement

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E-Newsletter June 2025

08 Aug, 2025

MESSAGE FROM EDITOR Welcome to the Members of the 15th Council headed by its President Prof. Liu Liping and thanks to the outgoing 14th Council members who have done an excellent job. Asian region has been a major contributor to global fisheries and aquaculture production and in this context, the 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum organised ...

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AFS Webinar Alert (The Technology Optimization of Rice-Giant freshwater Prawn Co-Culture Model: Stocking Density and Feeding Frequency for All- Male Juveniles)

24 Jun, 2025

Dear all, Greetings! Please be informed that the AFS-SOU webinar will be held on 10 July 2025 at 3.00pm (Beijing time). Below are details for your reference. You may share the attached publication material with your students or universities. To register, scan the QR Code or click this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1x_GAUE-3cFixWxwLtmauA-kvuXU...

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Our Goals

To promote effective interaction and cooperation among scientists and technicians involved in fisheries and aquaculture elit vitae and more...

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