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Celebrating World Environment Day! The theme for this year is “our land, our future”. A call to conserving our resources through sustainable practices. As a fish farmer, I understand the role of aquaculture in promoting environmental sustainability if done right. 📍Aquaculture allows maximal use of limited resources which is land. A small piece of land that might not be suitable for arable crops can accommodate a tank or a concrete pond to raise fish for consumption and commercial purposes. 📍There is no waste with aquaculture. Fish effluents can serve as organic manure to plants. This is used in most aquaponics systems. 📍Fish wastes from processing can be used in the formulation of feed for livestock. In an integrated aquaculture system wastes from other animals can be fed to fish (e.g poultry-cum-fish) So when you think of sustainable land usage, aquaculture. When you think of fish farming, think of Sokvikia. Let's take responsibility for a greener and healthier tomorrow. #UnWED #WorldEnvironmentDay #greenbusiness #agribusiness #AquacultureScience #fishfarmervicky #fishfarming #fish #aquaculture #entrepreneur #business #foodsecurity #Sokvikiafarms #Youthandwomenempowerment #sdgs

The INNOECOFOOD Project officially launched 👏 in Kenya! Farmers in Siaya County, Kenya encouraged to do fish farming, adopting the Recirculation Aquaculture System (RAS) for catfish and tilapia which will be done in Ecohubs. The project will enhance the production and processing of alternative proteins: edible insects such as black soldier flies, crickets and blue-green cyanobacteria spirulina that will be value-added for human consumption and fish feeds. Our commitment is to help fish farming communities and consumers fully understand the health and economic benefits of this initiative, increase awareness, which will enhance the exploitation of technology for learning innovative production, processing and market linkages. We aim to achieve a lasting impact that will guarantee: 🍽 Food and nutrition security 🌊 Environmental Sustainability 💹 Socio-economic Empowerment Source: KTN News #PartnersAgainstHunger #INNOECOFOOD #SustainableAquaculture

🦐 Why is responsible aquaculture so important?    In 2022, farmed seafood accounted for nearly 57% of global seafood production. This growth emphasises the need to drive improvement and innovation within the industry and reward responsible farming practices that will allow us to continue to meet the global demand for seafood.   🌿 At ASC we are committed to contributing to the UN SDGs and making a measurable, positive impact via the standards we set for our certified farms. All ASC certified operations focus on addressing and minimising their environmental and social impact, in line with the UN’s guidelines.    Learn more about our activities 👉 https://lnkd.in/eBiVjw3A #Aquaculture #Seafood #SeafoodIndustry #SDGs #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #FishFarming #ClimateChange

Driving Sustainability with Pisciculture: The Future of Fish Farming 🐟 As global seafood demand continues to rise, pisciculture is playing an essential role in meeting this need sustainably. Fish farming in controlled environments allows us to reduce overfishing, protect marine ecosystems, and supply high-quality seafood. 🐠 Whether it's raising tilapia, salmon, or carp, pisciculture supports food security, creates economic opportunities, and promotes responsible resource management. 🌿 By adopting advanced techniques in aquaculture, we can ensure that fish farming is both productive and environmentally friendly, contributing to a more sustainable future for global food systems. Let’s innovate and collaborate toward a healthier planet and a stronger aquaculture industry. 🌍 #Pisciculture #Aquaculture #SustainableFarming #FoodSecurity #Innovation #EnvironmentalResponsibility #BioByPriti

Did you know that ~88% of assessed fish stocks are either overfished or at their maximum sustainable limits? This week, we analysed 114 European aquaculture players and collected valuable insights on the increasing dominance of a select group of fisheries, the main drivers behind margin expansion in the challenging fish processing and distribution market as well as the emerging opportunities in controlled-environment fish farming. PE interest has been low, with ~15% of identified assets being sponsor-backed. Key reasons to invest include the positive population growth projections and rising seafood consumption, adoption of land-based fish farms with enhanced productivity and growing demand for low-impact and traceable seafood products. On the other hand, the lack of sustainable catch limits, rising aquaculture production costs and competition from countries with more favourable regulations serve as detractors for investors. Alantra Wealth Management, AMDG PRIVATE EQUITY, AMERRA Capital Management, LLC, CapMan, Corporacion Financiera Alba SA, Craft Capital, GED Capital, IDIA Capital Investissement, LRF Ventures, MCH Private Equity, Mubadala, Novax, Oquendo Capital, PAI Partners, Portobello Capital, Rigeto Unternehmerkapital, SOCADIF Capital Investissement, Summa Equity, Unigrains Valedo Partners, VigentGroup and Xenon Private Equity, amongst others, are currently invested in the European aquaculture market. Interested? Read our full report: https://lnkd.in/eEXAKU5x #privateequity #finance #aquaculture #fisheries #fishfarming #seafood #fishing #fishdistribution #fishprocessing #breeding

A great post explaining why investing in Aquaculture matters. Adding another small detail: Aquaculture is currently the main source of aquatic blue food having overtaken fisheries in 2022 according to FAO.

Through the power of collective action, Lake Farms, a fish farming cooperative in Zambia, is revolutionizing the local aquaculture industry. This innovative enterprise not only cultivates and processes fresh fish but also empowers women in the community by providing them with a reliable source of income through fish sales. By championing cooperatives like Lake Farms, TechnoServe and USAID are driving sustainable aquaculture, fostering food security, and creating shared value for rural communities. This collaborative effort is paving the way for a more resilient and equitable future in Zambia's aquaculture sector. With the support of USAID and TechnoServe's Alliance for Inclusive and Nutritious Food Processing - AINFP program, Lake Farms has undergone a remarkable transformation, enhancing its fish farming practices, improving processing and storage facilities, and strengthening market linkages. This strategic partnership is a testament to the impact of investing in cooperatives and promoting inclusive economic growth. Want to know more about AINFP's initiatives to aid food processors across the region? Check out www.ainfp.org #AINFP #FoodProcessing #SmallholderFarmers #SustainableAgriculture #StakeholdersForum #InclusiveSupplyChain #FarmersEmpowerment #SustainableDevelopment #TechnicalAssistance #NutritiousFood #EmpoweringFarmers #RegionalDevelopment #Partnerships #WebinarAlert #EmpowermentThroughPartnerships #growth

Most of the mussels you’ll buy or order at a restaurant in the U.S. are farmed – including those from our friends Patagonia Provisions. Aquaculture – fish farming – accounts for 94% of all commercial global mussel production. That’s good news! Aside from being healthy and delicious, farmed mussels are rated green for environmental sustainability. The environmental impacts of farming mussels are minimal – and in some cases they can even benefit the surrounding ecosystems. Farmers don’t feed mussels. Instead, these filter feeders gather food like organic matter and phytoplankton naturally from the ocean water around them. Filter feeding can improve water quality.   Learn more about green-rated mussels at https://lnkd.in/evQ8bcy9. #SuperGreenList #SustainableSeafood #Mussels #NationalNutritionMonth

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British Columbia’s salmon farming industry sees a new era on the horizon as Canada adopts a “whole-of-government” approach to the sector’s transition away from open net pen farming. In a bold move, the Fisheries and Oceans Canada / Pêches et Océans Canada (DFO) will no longer lead the process in BC. Instead, a multi-agency task force—coordinated by the newly formed secretariat called ISED, or Industry, Science and Economic Development Canada, will steer the effort. This shift is significant for Jennifer Woodland, chair of the BC Salmon Farmers Association and managing director of Grieg Seafood BC Ltd., as the DFO has historically acted as both a regulator and a promoter of the industry, a dual role that some in the industry see as limiting the sector's potential. Woodland shared her optimism: "We've never had a true champion for aquaculture in Canada. This broader approach, with its focus on the bigger picture, is crucial," she told former Mowi executive Ian Roberts, in the Salmon Farming Inside & Out podcast. Undercurrent News has the story: https://lnkd.in/gK2VWNbs Photo: Grieg Seafood BC #salmonfarming #BritishColumbia #aquaculture #seafood #Canada