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FAQ – Where does your funding come from?   Funding for the Freshwater Institute comes from public and private partnerships. Our primary funding is through a partnership with the USDA Agricultural Research Service. Since 1990 we have worked cooperatively with USDA to pioneer the research, development, and implementation of recirculating aquaculture technologies that reduce dependence on imported seafood and wild fisheries by empowering domestic production capacities, protecting natural resources, and increasing access to high-quality seafood for U.S. consumers.   Additional partnerships provide funding to support various sustainable aquaculture projects and activities. Public partners include the US-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund, the Norwegian Research Council, the U.S. Department of Energy, and the USDA Agriculture and Food Research Initiative. We also work with commercial companies to advance research that has an immediate impact on aquaculture producers through improved materials and supplies they purchase for operations. Commercial partners include feed and feedstuff suppliers, equipment suppliers, and biotechnology companies.   #aquaculture #RAS #FIResearch #seafood

This just introduced: Bipartisan Bill to Support Aquaculture Farmers and Harvesters Hopefully they can come up with funding that include best practices on how to create sustainable aquaculture in our region. We have seen what overfishing/farming can do to ecosystems! Read the summary here: https://lnkd.in/eBAg_Nnx #esg #aquaculture

Aquaculture is the fastest growing food supply sector in the world! 🌏   As the global population increases, the demand for seafood is also set to climb. Reports suggest the market is expected to grow from $280 billion in 2022 to $495 billion by 2032. 📈   To date, facilities have been set up in sheltered waterways, but the potential to produce more sustainable seafood offshore is huge. Aquaculture is clearly poised to play a crucial role in global #foodsecurity, but the sector still faces challenges with underinvestment.   So, how do we balance demands for growth, profitability, and sustainability? 🐟   Our SVP of Aquaculture, Kjerstin Kleyne Braaten will discuss these important topics at the Future of Seafood Forum in New York on June 14th.🗽Organized by Intrafish Media AS and DNB, the event will bring industry leaders and authorities together to discuss how aquaculture and fisheries can meet demands through innovation, collaboration and capital deployment, with a long-term outlook.   For more information 👉 https://lnkd.in/eQ6ZCj9s   At Aker Solutions, we have a global reputation for designing and building floating offshore structures, and this experience and competency can benefit other industries. For aquaculture we aim to build one or two offshore fish farms per annum, with a yearly production capacity of 5,000-20,000 tonnes.   Intrigued? Visit https://lnkd.in/dRs8_6PK #aquaculture #fishfarming #sustainability

https://lnkd.in/gn3kuCB9 The aquaculture sector needs more effective governance to be sustainable, according to new research.

Aquaculture needs more effective governance to be sustainable - University of Stirling: The aquaculture sector needs more effective governance to be sustainable, according to new research co-authored by an expert at the University of Stirling. https://lnkd.in/gFhWfGDu

The FAO, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, has called for increased efforts to responsibly expand and scale sustainable aquaculture for food production. FAO’s deputy director for aquaculture, Xinhua Yuan, said, “Given that aquaculture now supplies around 50 percent of aquatic food and given its potential to contribute to so many of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, we all need to focus on how to move it forward in a sustainable way.” We could not agree more! 🙌 Experts emphasize the need for updated governing principles, climate-smart growth, innovation in feed efficiency, and social responsibility. Read more about key messages and suggestions here: 📲 https://buff.ly/3QjFyen #aquaculture #sustainableaquaculture #aquacultureengineering

*Our Monthly Newsletter!* Are you aware of the current global tilapia fish market! Did you know that it is projected to reach $11.3 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate of 3%. This means there is high demand for tilapia, and farmers can expect better prices for their fish, hence more profit potential. Read our May newsletter to find out more about this trend and other valuable aquaculture expert tips. 📌 To have free access to timely aquaculture updates and applicable knowledge, join our community of aquaculture enthusiasts and professionals dedicated to the growth and innovation of sustainable aquaculture. *Why Join?* - Exclusive Insights: Get the latest breakthroughs and trends shaping the aquaculture industry. - Expert Knowledge: Learn from the experiences of leading aquaculturists and their success stories. - Timely Updates: Stay informed about policy changes, market dynamics, and environmental impacts affecting aquaculture worldwide. - Community Spotlight: Celebrate the achievements within our vibrant community and connect with fellow fish farmers. With content generated by experts, you will be equipped with knowledge that can propel your aquaculture business to greater heights. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve. *Sign Up to Our Newsletter Here* - https://zc.vg/kDPQX

#Aquaculture needs better #governance to be #sustainable, say experts New #research by an #international #consortium of aquaculture #experts argues that rapidly-expanding #aquacultureindustry needs joined-up thinking on #sustainability and suggests five "priority areas" for #goodgovernance: ✔ set sustainability #goals ✔ take account of cross-sectoral links with other industries ✔ consider land-water-sea connectivity ✔ foster #knowledge and #innovation beyond technology ✔ include the entire #valuechain from #farmtofork and beyond 🗣 "Good governance is critically important for ensuring that aquaculture does not cause more harm than benefits," says co-author Professor Dave Little, from University of Stirling's Institute of Aquaculture. ✨ Check out our detailed summary with highlights from the report here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dgw2NfB8

HOW TO MANAGE LOSS IN AQUACULTURE BUSINESSES By understanding these losses and implementing effective management strategies, aquaculture can thrive while minimizing its ecological footprint. Continue reading >> https://lnkd.in/dhyMcmJt