Plans to replicate a successful pilot programme in Uganda, which involves the creation of aquaculture hubs that provide a cluster of local farmers with a market and also key inputs, are gaining momentum, following the formation of a new partnership.
Combining the tech and investment resources of Silicon Valley with the practical salmon farming expertise of Norway has been crucial to the success of Aquabyte, according to founder and CEO Bryton Shang.
Species such as barramundi, which are impressively adaptable, are strong candidates for farming if we want to fulfil the growing global seafood demands in the face of climate challenges.
Although native to the US, the American paddlefish is now widely farmed across the world's temperate regions and – thanks to its highly regarded meat and roe – offers an exciting alternative to sturgeon.
Rural Aquaculture Development (RAD) has developed an innovative model both to grow and sell its own tilapia, and to support the local aquaculture sector, in a bid to improve smallholder livelihoods in western Uganda.
Vincent Oduor, who was recently named Kenya’s most innovative fish farmer, is the co-founder and CEO of Aquaculture Barn Limited – a producer of juvenile tilapia and catfish.
Kenneth Odoemenam is an aquaculture consultant, catfish farmer and YouTube sensation from Nigeria, who leverages the power of social media to drive his catfish farming and consulting business.
Kwame David Adade took over Windmill Farms – a catfish and tilapia farm in Ghana – from his father four years ago and since then has made some interesting discoveries, especially in feed formulation.
Ten years after returning to Vietnam, Loc Tran, founder and CEO of ShrimpVet, is looking for ways to help farmers adopt more progressive and efficient practices in order to survive the current downturn in shrimp prices.
Croatia has emerged as a major player in the tuna ranching industry, and it is also looking to further develop closed cycle culture of Adriatic bluefin tuna, following its success at breeding them in captivity.
