The Aquaculture Industry, a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector, epitomizes the intersection of innovation, sustainability, and global food security. Stretching across expansive aquatic landscapes, from vast open seas to controlled inland facilities, aquaculture is a multifaceted industry that encompasses the cultivation and harvesting of aquatic organisms. Pioneering a new era in the quest for protein-rich sustenance, aquaculture has become an indispensable pillar of the world's food production, contributing significantly to the ever-growing demand for seafood. Diverse in scope, this industry not only encompasses the farming of fish but extends its reach to mollusks, crustaceans, and even aquatic plants. The aquaculture tapestry weaves together traditional practices with cutting-edge technologies, blending the wisdom of ancient fish farming methods with state-of-the-art aquaponics and recirculating aquaculture systems. It is a realm where sustainable practices and environmental stewardship are paramount, as the industry grapples with challenges such as water quality management, disease prevention, and the development of alternative feeds. In fostering the delicate balance between ecological integrity and commercial viability, aquaculture strives to meet the burgeoning demand for seafood while minimizing its ecological footprint. Moreover, the industry serves as an economic linchpin, generating employment opportunities in coastal communities and driving economic growth. As a global player, aquaculture adapts to regional nuances, from the expansive salmon farms in the frigid waters of Norway to the intricate rice-fish systems in Asian deltas. However, it also faces scrutiny for its potential environmental impacts, necessitating ongoing research and policy interventions to ensure responsible growth. In the grand tapestry of agriculture, the aquaculture industry emerges as a pivotal thread, weaving together sustenance, commerce, and environmental consciousness in a delicate yet resilient equilibrium.
Title : Application of artificial intelligence and NISAR satellite to study the air sea CO2 exchange and aquatic toxicology to develop ‘Aquatic Pollution Remediation Technologies’(PART)
Virendra Kumar Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Title : Conditionally pathogenic microparasites (Microsporidia and Myxosporea) of mullet fish potential objects of mariculture in the black and azov seas
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Title : Seasonal habitat shifts and purse seine dependence of mene maculata in the Taiwan strait: Early indicators of climate driven ecosystem change
Ipsita Biswas, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
Title : National action plan for sustainable and resilient fisheries aquaculture system in Pakistan
Nazia Sher, National Institute of Maritime Affairs, Pakistan
Title : Site suitability analysis for sea cucumber mariculture in the coastal area of Bangladesh
Muhammad Mizanur Rahman, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
Title : Trends in fish value chain improvement in Rift Valley Lakes and Lake Tana, Ethiopia
Kidanie Misganaw Bezabih, University of Gondar, Ethiopia