What is Aquaculture?

Aquaculture is the farming of aquatic plants, shellfish and fish in all types of water environments in controlled conditions. The produces include food and commercial products for use in a range of industries. The bi-products of Aquaculture are the creation of healthier water environments which not only help the planet by absorbing carbon dioxide, but also the restoration of fish stocks this is achieved by maintaining the water quality and the seeding of plants to improve the environment.

How it Works

Integrated multitrophic aquaculture (IMTA) is a more advanced system of aquaculture. In a multitrophic system, different species with various nutritional needs are combined into one system. IMTA uses the waste products of one species as feed or fertilizer for another species. For example, seaweed grows from the phosphorus and ammonia that fish and shrimp excrete. Shellfish feed on the solids that fish and shrimp produce. Although there are many different types and degrees of IMTA, the main principle behind the system is balance. An efficient IMTA is environmentally and economically sustainable because it recycles nutrients.