An aquaculture strategy for Malta

Citation

Scott D, Meyer T, Bostock J, Spiteri A, Zarb M, Deidun A, Corner R & Balzan C (2012) An aquaculture strategy for Malta [Preparatory study and recommendations prepared for the Ministry of Resource and Rural Affairs, Government of Malta]. Government of Malta, Ministry for Resources and Rural Affairs. Government of Malta. https://eufunds.gov.mt/en/EU%20Funds%20Programmes/Agricultural%20Fisheries%20Fund/Documents/DRAFT_AQUACULTURE_STRATEGY_FOR_MALTA_MARCH_2012[1].pdf

Abstract
This study was contracted by the Malta Aquaculture Research Centre (MARC), Ministry for Resources and Rural Affairs (MRRA) and took place over a 4 month period between February and June 2011. The purpose of the study is the preparation of an aquaculture strategy for Malta, with the overall objectives stated as: (1) To lay down a structured path for sustainably developing aquaculture in Malta (2) To identify the domains that are essential for a profitable and sustainable industry in Malta.  The report contains sections on international context, the present status of the industry, key industry issues, future potential, and a strategy for the industry. 

Keywords
Malta; aquaculture; strategy; mariculture; fishfarming; policy; planning; marine; maritime; Aquaculture industry Mediterranean Region Malta;Fisheries Mediterranean Region;Fishery management Mediterranean Region Malta;

• Annexes AQUACULTURE STRATEGY FOR MALTA MARCH 2012.pdf