2006 Update
Introduction.
A new millennium option to depleted fisheries,
environmental damage and
increasing market demand.
Aquaculture (the Industry of Marine and
Freshwater Species Farming) is taking a more prominent role in satisfying the
World market for fish, crustaceans and molluscs.
Industry authorities estimate that more than 25% of international markets are
now supplied through
Aquaculture ventures.
World fish culture leaders such as China, produce a mammoth 70% of all
aquatic species through Aquaculture.
|
As populations continue to grow and
advance technologically, we witness an expanding and more affluent Global
market, that is placing increasing harvest demands on declining fish
populations, where reportedly only 2 out of 15 major fisheries continue to be
fished at a sustainable level.
|
 |
Aquaculture was recognized as a potential answer to the looming fisheries
crisis, and many fish and crustacean species were found to be very
farmable. Modern aquaculture however underwent a number of teething pains,
gathering a poor reputation around the world as a result of
irresponsible or misguided ventures, that had resulted in environmental
damage, substandard yields, animal cruelty, species
decimation and financial mismanagement.
|
 |
As the
Fish Farming
Industry has matured, extensive research and development has
produced environmentally compatible, efficient and cost
effective production techniques that yield a consistent and
high quality source of supply. |
Most aquaculturists come from a place of genuine environmental
concern, and today several global collaborations exist to improve
the sustainability and quality of aquaculture and fisheries in
general.
Key
benefits of
Splash
Aquaculture
and
Fish Farming
ventures include:
- Production of healthy harvests in pollution free environments
- Quantity and quality control of species and distribution
- Defined species management - no wastage or bycatch
- Potential to meet increasing market demands
- Strong financial benefits from rising prices and diminishing supplies
- Alternative source of supply for over fished, high value species
- Minimal impact on the environment
- On land or sea cage options
- Accessible Global expertise and research resources.
We have attempted to
compile a website that is interesting, informative and furthers the
advancement of
Aquaculture Australia. We hope you enjoy your visit.
Thank you for your
interest in Splash Aquaculture and Fish Farming Australia.
"Our
greatest weakness lies in giving up.
The
most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time."
Thomas
Edison
1847-1931, Inventor and Entrepreneur
end.
