Aquaculture

NACE code 03.2 covers the aquaculture industry, which is a vital component of the global food production system. Aquaculture involves the farming of aquatic organisms such as fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and aquatic plants. This industry plays a crucial role in meeting the growing demand for seafood and other aquatic products, complementing the output of traditional capture fisheries. As a highly productive and efficient method of food production, aquaculture is poised to become an increasingly important part of the broader agricultural and food processing sectors.

The main production techniques used in aquaculture vary depending on the specific species being farmed, but generally involve the controlled breeding, rearing, and harvesting of aquatic organisms. This can include the use of ponds, tanks, cages, or other enclosed systems to cultivate the target species. Aquaculture operations often employ advanced technologies and practices such as water treatment, feeding systems, and disease management to optimize production and ensure the health and well-being of the farmed organisms.

The aquaculture industry requires a range of inputs to support its production activities. Key inputs include 03.11 Capture fisheries for the provision of broodstock and juvenile organisms, as well as 20.20 Manufacture of pesticides and other agrochemical products for the production of specialized feeds and treatments. Aquaculture operations also rely on 28.30 Manufacture of agricultural and forestry machinery for the procurement of specialized equipment and machinery, and 35.11 Production of electricity to power the various systems and infrastructure required for cultivation.

The primary outputs of the aquaculture industry are a diverse range of seafood and aquatic products, including finfish, crustaceans, mollusks, and aquatic plants. These outputs are then consumed by a variety of other NACE codes, such as 10.20 Processing and preserving of fish, crustaceans and mollusks, 46.38 Wholesale of other food, including fish, crustaceans and mollusks, and 56.10 Restaurants and mobile food service activities. The aquaculture industry also produces byproducts that may be utilized in other industries, such as the production of fish oil and fishmeal.