WISHH Perspectives

ASA/WISHH & USB Support Aquaculture Programs in Africa

See why there is a waiting list for aquaculture trainings offered by ASA’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health program at Flosell Farms in Ghana. In a new video, WISHH highlights why the real-world internship experience is part of its global aquaculture strategy that promotes sustainable feeds for fish. Additionally, WISHH’s United Soybean Board-supported program offers leadership as well as practical skills for careers that contribute to global food security. By 2030, young Africans are expected to constitute 42% of global youth. Such growth drives demand for protein and offers careers for the interns who plan for long-term ties with WISHH as a result of their internship.

WISHH’s successful training program is ongoing. In July, WISHH trained 50 fish farmers from throughout Ghana and Nigeria. The farmers received training in financial management, record keeping, and business planning. These basic skills allow farmers to improve their financial decision making and ensure greater success when submitting loans to expand their business. WISHH leveraged support from USDA Agricultural Trade Promotion funding to hold the trainings.

WISHH remains at the forefront of a growing industry in Africa that could yield increased demand for soybean meal and fish feed.

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WISHH Meets with Global Organizations at UN Event

ASA/WISHH Executive Director Gena Perry discussed WISHH’s work in global food security, trade and development with international organizations while participating in events held in conjunction with the United Nations 68th Commission on the Status of Women in New York City.

Illinois Soybean Growers Join WISHH in Cambodia

The ASA’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health program welcomed Illinois Soybean Association farmer leaders and staff to Cambodia this week to see updates on WISHH aquaculture and feed activities. ISA came to the Southeast Asian country on January

WISHH Represents U.S. Soy at Nutrition Security Roundtable

ASA’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health Executive Director Gena Perry shared the benefits of U.S. soy during a nutrition security roundtable led by Edesia Nutrition in Rhode Island on Nov. 3. Edesia hosted the discussion and a plant

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