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5th Edition of
World Aquaculture and Fisheries Conference
June 09-11, 2025 | Rome, Italy
Ornamental Aquaculture
Ornamental Aquaculture
Ornamental aquaculture is the breeding and farming of aquatic species for the ornamental pet trade, including fish, invertebrates, and plants. This industry caters to aquarium hobbyists and those interested in aquascaping. Aquaculture practices in this sector focus on producing species known for their beauty and unique characteristics, such as colorful fish or rare plant species. Sustainable ornamental aquaculture emphasizes breeding programs to reduce the pressure on wild populations, as well as eco-friendly farming practices that minimize environmental impact. As consumer interest in sustainable and ethically sourced ornamental species grows, the industry is evolving to meet the demand for environmentally responsible products.
Committee Members
Amod Ashok Salgaonkar
A2S2 Enterprises, India
J L Giovanna Hesley
CropKing, Inc. Curriculum Development, United States
Perry Raso
Matunuck Oyster Farm, United States WAC 2025 Speakers
Jaynos R Cortes
North Eastern Mindanao State University, Philippines
Vidya Padmakumar
EcoDiversity Lab, Canada
Utku Duran
Laboratory and Veterinary Health Program Caycuma Food and Agriculture Vocational School Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University, Turkey
Virgilio B Ratunil
Surigao del Norte State University, PhilippinesSubmit your abstract Today
Title : The horizontal integration of a Shellfish farm in a broader business model
Perry Raso, Matunuck Oyster Farm, United States
Title : Role of artificial intelligence and remote sensing in remediation of aquatic pollution and development of Numerical Oceanic Climate Prediction Models (NOCPM)
Virendra Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), India
Title : Aquaculture education challenges: Integrating sustainable practices into schools
J L Giovanna Hesley, CropKing, Inc. Curriculum Development, United States
Title : Can we farm eelgrass as a high protein sustainable marine grain for aquaculture?
Timothy C Visel, Retired Aquaculture Educator, United States
Title : Impact of antibiotic application on microbiome present in Catfish gut and water
Luxin Wang, University of California Davis, United States
Title : Smart sensors and real-time monitoring: Revolutionizing aquatic pollution management
Vidya Padmakumar, EcoDiversity Lab, Canada