Knowledge sharing: practices in Northern Vs Southern Europe – what can be learned?

The COFASP Aquaculture Case Study brought together industry leaders from companies representing 30-35% of the total production of the Mediterranean sea bass/sea bream sector and close to 60% of the total Norwegian, and more than 30% of the global Atlantic salmon production.

The objective of the case study was to identify similarities and differences that are limiting growth of Mediterranean sea bass/sea bream industry and atlantic salmon industry addressing biological life cycle issues, technical and technological issues, market and communication issues and trans-sectorial factors affecting aquaculture development. It also aimed to propose solutions that can be addressed by research, generate a greater understanding among funding partners of the needs and challenges in the aquaculture sector between the regions and foster North/South research innovation and co-operation.

The findings of the Study will be presented by Giovanna Marino, Institute for Environmental Protection and Research (ISPRA).

Presented by Atilla Ozdemir, R&D and Overseas Investments Manager, the Kilic presentation will look at how, in the Mediterranean region, marine and brackish water aquaculture grew steadily during the last decades, contributing substantially in meeting rising demand for fishery products. Nowadays economic viability in terms of production cost and market shrinkage is the main sustainability dimension. To overcome this issue, producers are trying to reduce the production cost by acquisition and vertical integration.

Book your place now to join fish farmers and producers to hear these and other innovative presentations at the 6th Offshore Mariculture Conference.

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