Canada invests in aquaculture innovation projects

The Canadian government announced significant funding to support sustainability and innovation with in the aquaculture industry. Mr Kemp the Parliamentary Secretary said "Our government is committed to enhancing the global competitiveness, productivity and environmental performance of Canada's aquaculture industry,". The federal funding will support three finfish and five shellfish projects in British Colombia  the funding is provided through the Aquaculture Innovation and Market Access Program (AIMAP).

Mr Kemp went onto say "We are pleased to help keep the B.C. economy strong by supporting these promising new commercial innovations. Canada has the potential to become a world leader in aquaculture with our extensive coastlines, an international reputation for safe, high-quality fish and seafood products, a skilled workforce and strong management expertise." Read more ...

This blog is written by Martin Little, The Aquaculturists, published and supported by the International Aquafeed Magazine from Perendale Publishers