PRABHAGAR G

Results-driven professional with over 18 years of comprehensive experience in aquaculture and agriculture, specializing in operations, management, research, training, project development and technical consultancy. Demonstrated expertise in implementing innovative and sustainable technologies for the cultivation and management of finfish, crustaceans, mollusks, phytoplankton, zooplankton, fungi, spices, herbs, vegetables, and other commercially viable species. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver high-impact solutions that improve productivity, promote environmental sustainability and support community development across diverse agro-ecological systems.

SPECIES 

Sea Horse, Bamboo Shark, Mud Crab, Swimming Crab, Shrimp, Prawn, Spiny Lobster, Rabbit Fish, Snapper, Seabass, Pearl Spot, Golden Pomfret, Grouper, Coral Trout, Threadfin, Milkfish, Tilapia, Jade Perch, Marble Goby, Cat Fish, Carp, Mahseer, Freshwater Prawn, Snake Head, Sea Cucumber, Marine Worm, Pearl Mussels, Green Mussel, Oyster, Cockles, Abalone, Sea Grape, Sea Weed, Spirulina, Astaxanthin, Lettuce, Spinach, Kale, Basil, Mint, Shiitake Mushroom, Grey Mushroom and Black Soldier Fly.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Training, Operations and Management of Aquaculture and Agriculture Projects.
• Project Consultation, Survey, Sampling, Design, Construction, Supply, Installation & Commissioning.
• Innovative, Sustainable Technologies and Culture Systems. 
• Intensive and Super Intensive Culture Systems.
• Hybrid Aquaculture Land and Off Shore Farms.
• Finfish, Crustacean and Mollusc - Hatchery, Nursery and Grow out Cultures.
• Polychaete, Phytoplankton, Zooplankton and Live Feed Cultures.
• Black Soldier Fly Culture.
• Fungi, Spice, Herb and Vege Culture Systems.
• HC - Hydro Culture of Hydroponic, Aquaponic and Fertigation Farm Systems.
• DWC - Deep Water Culture.
• NFT - Nutrient Film Technique Culture. 
• RAS - Recirculating Aquaculture Systems.
• BFT - Biofloc Technology Aquaculture Systems.
• CFT - Copefloc Technology Aquaculture Systems.
• IMRAS - Integrated Multi-Trophic Recirculating Aquaculture Systems.
• Zero and Low Carbon Foot Print Farm System.
• Autonomous Farm Systems (Cloud, IOT and Artificial Intelligence).
• Aquatic Feed Nutrition, Formulation and Plant Operation.
• Specific PathogenFree (SPF) and Specific Pathogen Resistant (SPR) Animals / Plants.
• Aquatic Health and Disease Management. 
• Plants Tissue, Health and Disease Management. 
• Natural Antibiotic, Prebiotic and Probiotic Management.
• Genetically Modified Hybrid Animals and Plants.
• Environmental and Bio-remediation Management.
• Post Harvest, Preservation, Processing and Packing Management.
• Bio-Security Measures, Protocols and Best Husbandry Practice.
• Aquaculture and Agriculture Standard Operation Procedures and Practices.
• ASC - Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certification.
• BAP - Best Aquaculture Practices Certification.
• SAC - Sustainable Aquaculture Certificate Accreditation.
• GAP - Good Agricultural Practices Certification.
• Production, Market Planning, Analysis, Monitors, Quarantine and Quality Assurance.
• On Job Training and Daily Operations for Farm Staff.
• Internship and Training for Students and Academics from University / Polytechnic.
• Lectures, Seminars and Classes for Polytechnic and University Students.
• Training for NGO, NPO, SE and Fisheries Government Officers / Agencies.
• Project Incubation and Business Centre.
• Community and Women Empowerment Pilot Projects.

PROJECTS

Operations, Business Development, Management and Consultations for Pilot / Commercial Scale of Design, Supply, Build, Training in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan, China, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Australia, Dubai, Bahrain, Egypt, Mauritius, Guyana, Hungary and UK.   

SELECTED PROJECTS HIGHLIGHTS 

• Nyaman Aqua, Malaysia. Design, Build, Operate, Training and Technology Transfer of Sea Grape (Caulerpa lentillifera) and Sea Lettuce (Ulva Rigida) Nursery and Growout Cultures. US $200,000 - 1 Year (01/07/2023 - 01/07/2024).
• KT Agro, Malaysia. Design, Build, Operate, Training and Technology Transfer of Aquaponics Culture System (Tilapia, Lettuce and Spinach) US $100,000 - 1 Year (01/03/2023 - 01/03/2024).
• Fisheries Development Board, Balochistan, Pakistan. Design, Build, Training and Technology Transfer of Mariculture Finfish Cage Farming of Asian Seabass (Lates Calcarifer) Broodstock, Hatchery, Nursery and Growout Cultures. US $200,000 - 1 year (01/06/2022 - 01/06/2023).
• Fisheries Development Board - Karachi, Pakistan. Consultancy and Training of FDB Officers, Master Trainers and Farmers for Shrimp. Training of FDB Officers, Farmers, Skills and Technology Transfer of Shrimp Hatchery, Nursery and Grow out Cultures. US $25,000 - 1 year (01/06/2022 - 01/06/2023).
• Tasmiya Aquaculture, Pakistan. Design, Build, Training and Technology Transfer of Red Snapper (Lutijanus campechanus) Broodstock, Nursery and Growout Cultures. US $350,000 - 2 years (01/07/2021 - 01/07/2023).
• Crab Corp, Sri Lanka. Design, Build, Training and Technology Transfer of Mud Crab (Scylla Serrata) Broodstock, Hatchery and Nursery Cultures. US $350,000 - 1 year (01/07/2019 - 01/07/2020).
• Blue Ocean Marine, Thailand. Design, Build, Operate, Training and Technology Transfer of Shrimp (L. Vannamei) and Mud Crab (Scylla Serrata). US $1,000,000 - 2 Years (01/02/2018 - 01/02/2020).
• PN Shipping Line, Indonesia. Design, Build, Operate, Training and Technology Transfer of Mud Crab (Scylla Serrata) Broodstock, Hatchery and Nursery Cultures. US $1,500,000 - 2 Years (01/01/2016 - 01/01/2018).
• Northern Aqua, Sri Lanka. Design, Build, Operate, Training and Technology Transfer of Sea weed (Kappaphycus alvarezii) and Sea Cucumber (Holothuria scabra) Broodstock, Hatchery and Nursery Cultures. US $100,000 - 1 Year (01/06/2015 - 01/06/2016).

• Professional Certification in Black Soldier Fly - NT, Malaysia 2019
• Professional Certification in Marine Finfish and Crustacean Aquaculture - SEAFDEC, Philippines 2007
• Professional Certification in Freshwater Crustacean and Finfish Aquaculture - SEAFDEC, Philippines 2006
• Bachelor in Business Administration - 1990