Ep 6 - How to make aquaculture more sustainable - Conclusions & recommendations

Summary

The Sustainable Aquaculture series concludes by affirming aquaculture's viability as a protein source with minimal environmental impact. Calix, committed to UN sustainability initiatives, offers innovative solutions to reduce pollution, enhance farm yields, and improve efficiency in aquaculture. Their AQUA-Cal+ product controls harmful pollutants, boosts natural disease resistance in animals, and aligns with UN goals for a sustainable future, promoting a win-win for both farmers and the environment.

Takeaways

• 🌍 Aquaculture is a viable option for supplying protein and can be made sustainable with careful management.
• 🔄 Current aquaculture practices have varying environmental impacts, but these can be mitigated with scientific improvements.
• 🐟 Aquaculture uses less land and produces fewer greenhouse gases compared to other animal agriculture methods.
• 🛠️ Minor modifications to existing systems can significantly reduce the environmental footprint of aquaculture.
• 🤝 Calix is committed to the UN Sustainable Initiatives and is actively improving aquaculture methods.
• 🌱 Calix offers techniques and products to maximize farmer yield while minimizing environmental impact.
• 🔬 Ongoing research by Calix includes sludge digestion, nutrient release, and oxygen availability, addressing multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals.
• 💰 Calix's approach can increase farmer revenues, improve harvest weight, and reduce feed conversion ratios and energy costs.
• ♻️ The use of AQUA-Cal+ chemistry controls harmful pollutants, reduces stress on animals, and increases disease resistance.
• 🌱 Calix promotes a green, sustainable culture method that benefits both the environment and the profitability of aquaculture.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the Sustainable Aquaculture series?

The main topic is the impact of aquaculture on the environment, how it can be mitigated, and the viability of aquaculture as a sustainable industry.

How does aquaculture compare to other animal culture methods in terms of land use and greenhouse gas production?

Aquaculture uses less land area and produces fewer greenhouse gases than other animal culture methods.

What modifications can make aquaculture more sustainable and profitable?

Slight modifications to current practices and moderate remediation of coastal and estuarine waters can make aquaculture more sustainable and profitable.

What is Calix's commitment to sustainability?

Calix is committed to the UN Sustainable Initiatives and is continuously improving its application methods and conducting research to improve aquaculture.

Which UN Sustainability Goals does Calix's work in aquaculture address?

Calix's work addresses SDG2: Zero Hunger, SDG6: Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG13: Climate Action, and SDG14: Life below Water.

How does Calix's approach benefit farmers in the aquaculture industry?

Calix offers a new green sustainable culture method that can increase revenues for farmers while improving the environment.

What is the potential environmental benefit of utilizing pond bottom sludge in aquaculture?

By treating the waste and converting pond bottom sludge, Calix reduces environmental impact, improves harvest weight, reduces feed conversion ratio, and lowers energy costs for farmers.

What is the role of AQUA-Cal+ in Calix's sustainable aquaculture solutions?

AQUA-Cal+ controls harmful pollutants in ponds, reduces stress on animals, and increases their natural resistance to disease.

What message does Calix convey about the potential of aquaculture?

Calix conveys that sustainable aquaculture is possible with the right mindset and innovative technologies, making it a more efficient way to grow food and meet the protein needs of the growing human population.

How can interested parties find more information about Calix's AQUA-Cal+ and protocols?

Interested parties can contact Calix's partners and distributors in their region, or visit Calix's website at www.calix.global.