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Aquaculture - cultivation of aquatic organisms such as fish, prawns, mollusks, algae, among others - has been gaining ground as a sustainable alternative to facing the climate crisis, whose effects have become increasingly visible. Combining food production with the sustainability of practice and income generation.
Aquaculture activity already supplies more than 50% of the fish consumed in the world, and has proven one of the most efficient ways to produce animal protein with low greenhouse gases (GHG). Species such as shrimp and mussel converts biomass ration without producing methane. Another highlight is the cultivation of seaweed, which has been pointed out by experts as a natural solution for carbon kidnapping. Algae absorb large amounts of CO2 during growth, dispenses with fertilizers and can still be used in the production of food, cosmetics and even biofuels. Some research indicates that algiculture (algae cultivation) can help reduce ocean acidity, one of the most worrying effects of global warming.
In addition to climatic benefits, aquaculture can. Ostras and other bivalve mollusks, cultivated in coastal areas, function as natural filters, improving water quality and promoting biodiversity. In addition, the internalization of carciniculture (Cameroon Cultivation) has fostered employment and income generation in the northeastern backlands.
According to MPA National Aquaculture Secretary Fernanda Gomes de Paula, the ministry is committed to simplifying processes and reducing the sector. He reinforces.
Integrated productive models, such as Integrated Multitrophic Aquaculture (AMTI), the use of technologies such as water recirculation systems (RAS), the choice of more tolerant species to temperature and salinity variations, and the implementation of management practices that reduce sensitive natural resources dependence, certainly aligned with mitigation, adaptation and climate resilience strategies.
In the social field, Aquaculture drives the blue economy, generating jobs and income opportunities. In countries such as Brazil, with extensive coast and great water potential, the activity can be an ally in both the diversification of the local economy.
Ministry actions
Recognizing the potential of National Aquaculture, the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture (MPA) proposed a set of actions to integrate the production of aquatic organisms with national strategies for adaptation and mitigation with climate change, according to the Climate Plan. Measures include stimulating productive models more resilient to climate change, focusing on reducing GHG emissions, efficient use of natural resources and promoting sustainable practices. The proposal also provides for technical support, applied research, technical assistance and territorial planning, in order to ensure that the growth of the sector occurs with environmental responsibility and social inclusion.
The MPa has been acting for sustainability in aquaculture with actions such as, for example, which is the largest state in shrimp production in Brazil, aiming to strengthen the states aquaculture sector.
With planning and investment, aquaculture can go beyond a form of production and become an effective climate solution, facing food, nutritional and environmental insecurity. In climate emergency times, thinking sustainable solutions involves taking care of our oceans, rivers, reservoirs and lakes - and using water as an ally to leverage national aquaculture production.
