Accra, April 9, 2026 — The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Emelia Arthur, has directed Fujian Farms to implement immediate corrective measures following an inspection that revealed serious breaches of operational, environmental, and safety standards.
The Minister was accompanied by the District Chief Executive for Asuogyaman, Godwin Bobobee, as well as Directors and staff of the Fisheries Commission.
The inspection, conducted as part of the Ministry’s routine monitoring exercise, covered Fujian Farms and Tropo Farms, and forms part of government’s intensified enforcement drive to strengthen compliance and improve aquaculture production systems nationwide.
At Fujian Farms, inspectors identified multiple violations, including the absence of basic biosecurity protocols, poor sanitation across key operational areas, and inadequate waste management systems. Officials warn that these lapses pose significant risks to public health, environmental safety, and the sustainability of the aquaculture sector.
Further concerns included workers operating without appropriate protective gear, unhygienic fish handling and processing conditions, erosion affecting the broodstock section and water quality, and unsafe disposal of dead fish.
The Minister issued a four-week ultimatum for the facility to fully comply with the Fisheries and Aquaculture Act, 2025 (Act 1146), and the Fisheries Regulations, 2010 (L.I. 1968).
“Failure to comply will result in the closure of the facility,” she warned.
As part of immediate enforcement measures, Fujian Farms has been ordered to submit a comprehensive corrective action plan within three days and suspend the stocking of new fingerlings until all deficiencies are addressed.
A ten-member task force has also been deployed to the site to oversee operations and ensure strict compliance.
The facility has additionally been fined GHS240,000 as an administrative penalty.
In contrast, Tropo Farms received commendation from the Minister for maintaining high operational and environmental standards. The farm was praised for its structured systems, strong biosecurity protocols, and contribution to food security and employment.
The Ministry has reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on non-compliance and indicated that similar inspections will be extended to aquaculture facilities across the country to safeguard public health, protect the environment, and promote sustainable growth in Ghana’s fisheries sector.
source:www.senaradioonline.com
