The Ministry of Production delivered on May 16 credits totaling S/118,533 to aquaculture producers in the district of Vischongo, province of Vilcas Huamán, through the National Fisheries Development Fund. The funding is intended to strengthen aquaculture and improve trout production in the Ayacucho region.
This initiative aims to support small-scale aquaculture and provide financial resources for local producers. The Ministry of Production is responsible for crafting and overseeing national policies in fishing, aquaculture, micro, small and medium enterprises, and industry to foster sustainable development, according to the official website.
During a ceremony held at Pomacocha town center, Minister César Quispe Luján said: “Con la entrega de estos créditos, reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de seguir impulsando la acuicultura a menor escala no solo con financiamiento, sino también con la asistencia técnica y capacitación para que nuestros productores de trucha en Ayacucho mejoren su capacidad productiva y transformen la economía de sus familias.” Katia Novoa, head of the National Fisheries Development Fund (FONDEPES), and local authorities also attended. Certificates were awarded for completion of a course on good practices in trout farming.
The Municipality of Vilcas Huamán named Minister Quispe Luján an Illustrious Guest as recognition for his work. This distinction was presented as a sign of cooperation between national and local governments toward developing Ayacucho’s aquaculture sector.
In 2025 FONDEPES provided over 250 technical assistance sessions benefiting trout and paco producers in the region. More than 170 people received training through both onsite and virtual events. Additionally, FONDEPES granted 34 aquaculture loans totaling S/767,783 that enabled production of about 126 tons of fresh trout.
The Ministry operates under its minister’s guidance with multiple facilities across Peru including its headquarters in San Isidro, Lima; it promotes social inclusion by supporting fishermen and producers nationwide through regulatory measures designed to foster sustainable growth in fishing and industry sectors—serving communities throughout Peru according to the official website.
