Marine aquaculture

NACE code 03.21 covers the marine aquaculture industry, which plays a vital role in the global food supply chain. This sector involves the farming of various aquatic organisms, such as fish, crustaceans, and mollusks, in marine environments. Marine aquaculture is a rapidly growing industry that helps meet the increasing demand for seafood products, while also providing economic opportunities and supporting coastal communities.

The key production techniques used in marine aquaculture include the use of floating cages, submerged net pens, and onshore tank systems. These methods allow for the controlled breeding, feeding, and harvesting of aquatic species. Farmers carefully monitor water quality, temperature, and other environmental factors to optimize the growth and health of their aquatic livestock.

The main inputs required for marine aquaculture include fingerlings or juvenile aquatic organisms, specialized feed formulations, water treatment systems, and various equipment such as nets, cages, and pumps. Additionally, this industry relies on skilled labor, technical expertise, and access to suitable marine environments with the appropriate water conditions.

The primary outputs of the marine aquaculture industry are a wide range of seafood products, including finfish (such as 03.22 Freshwater aquaculture), crustaceans (such as 10.20 Processing and preserving of fish, crustaceans and molluscs), and mollusks (such as 10.20 Processing and preserving of fish, crustaceans and molluscs). These outputs are then consumed by various sectors, including 10.11 Processing and preserving of meat, 10.12 Processing and preserving of poultry meat, and 56.10 Restaurants and mobile food service activities.