ALOR STAR: Langkawi is expected to become a hub for fish farming in Southeast Asia beginning next year, said State Agriculture and Agro-Based Committee chairman Datuk Suraya Yaacob today. She said although the country’s fish farming industry is well developed, it currently lacks the capability to cater to local and foreign demand. “Having said so, Langkawi has a big potential in the fish farming industry. “At the same time, Langkawi can be turned into a fresh fish and fishery products hub across the region beginning next year,” she said. Last month, Fishance Bhd, which is also the largest fish farming company in Langkawi, received international recognition after receiving the Best Fishery Company 2017 award during the Fishery and Marine Food Expo in China.

Source: New Strait Times September 10, 2017 13:07 UTC