Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) is gaining recognition as a sustainable approach to farming multiple species at different trophic levels in a single system. This method capitalizes on the natural relationships between species, where one species’ waste serves as nutrients for another. For instance, fish or shrimp provide organic matter that can nourish filter-feeding organisms like mussels, seaweed, or algae. These primary producers, in turn, help improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients, creating a balanced and self-sustaining ecosystem. The integration of various species not only maximizes space and productivity but also reduces environmental impact by minimizing waste and enhancing resource efficiency. IMTA is increasingly seen as a solution to combat the environmental concerns associated with conventional aquaculture systems, offering economic benefits through diversified production.
Title : Can we farm eelgrass as a high protein sustainable marine grain for aquaculture?
Timothy C Visel, Retired Aquaculture Educator, United States
Title : The horizontal integration of a shellfish farm in a broader business model
Perry Raso, Matunuck Oyster Farm, United States
Title : Myxosporean fauna of East Sea marine fishes off the coast of Vietnam
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Title : Review of recent advances in replacing fish-based protein and oil with plant-based alternatives in aquafeeds
Amrit Bart, University of Georgia, United States
Title : Role of artificial intelligence and remote sensing in remediation of aquatic pollution and development of Numerical Oceanic Climate Prediction Models (NOCPM)
Virendra Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), India
Title : India’s blue revolution at a crossroads: Lessons from the green revolution for a sustainable future
Mukesh Bhendarkar, ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, India