Internet of Things smart fish farming technology
Innovation Type:
Water-Food
Product Segment:
Digital Solution
Country of Incorporation:
Iraq
Country of Implementation:
Iraq
Company Stage:
Stage 2: 101 to 1,000 end-users
Seeking Investment:
Yes, $142,000 USD
Financing Goals:
Seeking combination of debt and equity
Contact Name:
Mallak Muqdad Tareq Alrifaie
Contact Email:
Challenges
Open-field fish farming is a conventional practice in Iraq that results in significant waste and water pollution, as the water used to rear fish generally isn’t subjected to proper treatment, let alone reuse. Additionally, the technique requires extensive areas of land that could otherwise be utilized for crop cultivation. It is difficult for farmers to switch to more sustainable fish farming methods, as they lack access to the modern technology that would use less space (such as a closed loop system) and less water.
Solutions
Al Raka’ez al Handasiyah’s innovation offers an alternative to conventional practices by relying on intensive fish farming in a closed system where the innovator can control the working environment through the use of Internet of Things smart technology. This innovation enables larger quantities to be produced in small spaces (30-50 fish per cubic meter) while conserving significant amounts of water and energy. It also allows for fish to be raised in a clean and healthy environment by providing suitable conditions (e.g., improved water quality and disposing of waste through water filtration systems). The innovator also converts ammonia into protein that fish can feed on, leading to a 25% reduction in feed consumption.
