Prospective analysis of aquaculture development

Whereas the recent global expansion of aquaculture is unlikely to continue at the same pace, certain regions have underexploited resources and offer considerable potential for further development, reports www.megafishnet.com with reference to FAO.

A Delphi method was used to identify and analyse opportunities and major impediments to aquaculture development globally and by region. Findings of this effort were reported in a recent FAO Fisheries and Aquaculture Technical Paper, Prospective analysis of aquaculture development: The Delphi method. Although results varied among regions, there was a general consensus that aquaculture should be encouraged given, among other reasons, itspotential contribution to food security and poverty alleviation and the role of aquaculture in reducing pressure on wild fisheries. The report contains valuable information for policy-makers wishing to promote aquaculture.