Tilapia on an upward trajectory

The Fish Site

Aquaculture for all.

Published Nov 18, 2024

As a low trophic genus that’s well suited to high density production, the tilapia family have a huge amount to offer from an aquacultural impact perspective. All the more so given that they can be grown – and sold for relatively affordable prices – in many of the countries most threatened by food insecurity. It’s therefore heartening to see that the industry not only looks set to achieve three strong years in global production terms, but also is doing particularly well in sub-Saharan Africa, the region which is experiencing the globe’s fastest population growth. It’s now vital that production continues to increase, but without sacrificing the health of the great lakes that are home to the continent’s most promising farms. — Rob Fletcher Senior editor

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