Aquaculture: the Growth Industry of
Global Food Production
This 1997 report documents the
structure, economics and market potential of the dynamic but little
understood industry of aquaculture. The industry's problems, threats,
opportunities and strengths are viewed from many vantage points, as well
as the current and future role of the animal health industry in
aquaculture. A few interesting facts about the aquaculture industry:
- Aquaculture is the fastest growing
food - producing segment of agriculture.
- In the USA, aquaculture products
have a farm-gate value of over $1 billion.
- Aquaculture is forecast to grow by
20% annually through the year 2001.
- Fish vaccine, pharmaceutical and
genetics research and development are growing areas of interest
worldwide.
This study is available for purchase,
please contact Dr. Lynn
Fondon with any questions or requests.
