Linking human nutrition and fi sheries: Incorporating micronutrientdense, small indigenous fi sh species in carp polyculture production in Bangladesh. Food and Nutrition Bulletin 28(2) (supplement): S280-S293

Background. Fish and fisheries are important for the livelihoods, food, and income of the rural population in Bangladesh. Increased rice production and changing agricultural patterns have resulted in a large decline in inland fisheries. Implementation of carp pond polycul-ture has been very successful, whereas little focus has been given to the commonly consumed small indigenous fish species, some of which are rich in vitamin A and minerals, such as calcium, iron, and zinc, and are an integral part of the rural diet. Objective. The overall objective of the research and capacity-building activities described in this paper is to increase the production, accessibility, and intake of nutrient-dense small indigenous fish species, in par