Responsibility
In South Africa, abalone farming goes for gold
Poaching has plagued South Africa’s abalone to the point of decimation. Aquaculture is putting the shellfish back in the water, and back on menus.
Responsibility
Raise the flag: South African veterinarian develops three-tiered tilapia-health system
South African veterinarian Gillian Taylor has developed a three-flag system to improve health management and biosecurity for the country’s tilapia farmers.
Responsibility
South Africa undertakes strategic environmental assessment for aquaculture development
An assessment for aquaculture development in South Africa identified nine freshwater areas and eight marine areas, representing all nine provinces. These areas will be studied to provide guidance for government to enable responsible, integrated and streamlined decision-making.
Innovation & Investment
From South Africa, a cautionary tale for aquaculture investors
South Africa’s marine fish farming industry burned many investors, but the operational experiences aided productivity in intensive aquaculture systems, especially land-based RAS. The time to invest is now.
Health & Welfare
Trout farming in South Africa
Trout farming is a well-established industry that assists in providing services and technology to developing aquaculture sectors in South Africa.