For the first time in history, around 2013, we started producing more fish through aquaculture than from wild fishing.

For thousands of years, humans have learned to control their environment: first land, with agriculture and livestock (around 10 000 BC), then animals like poultry (around 5 000 BC). Now, we’re starting to do the same with water through aquaculture.

Fishing depends on limited natural resources, while aquaculture allows for controlled and expanding production.

Because of that, it’s likely to become one of the most important sectors for feeding the global population in the future.

What is your country doing to develop this sector?

Just as a reminder, aquaculture doesn’t necessarily depend on the sea: it can also be done in rivers, lakes, or even entirely on land, similar to farming.