Grillo-Werke AG’s Post

There is room for improvement in the EU, when good intentions of sustainability has created a massive administrative burden on the primary producers, that increase production cost to a level that limits the EU aquaculture production to 10% of the EU aquatic food consumption. We have a lot of work to do in the AAC…

We think it is really crucial - for the #sustainable European #aquaculture - to give proper attention to investments in the feed sector. There are very few consumers who realize the simple fact that having to feed farmed aquatic animals, the majority of which are carnivores, creates an ecological and ethical inconvenience. Nowadays, to produce feed, so-called poor fish are often used - such as sardines and anchovies - often removed from the diet of coastal populations in Africa, where they often represent the only source of protein. These fish are also an important link in the #oceans #ecosystems (remember that they absorb more than 30% of CO2). So it doesn't seem right to us, in an attempt to solve the (obviously complex) problem of #seafood #farming, to create damage on the other side. And it is precisely for this reason that we want to commit ourselves to the recovery of waste and transformation products - which would otherwise end up in landfill - to be truly sustainable (and self-sufficient) in the very first italian crustacean value chain.

The UK #agriculturalsector faces a multitude of challenges. We need to  promote innovative practices to increase productivity in order to feed a growing population, whilst protecting our environment and tackling #climatechange. Promoting the use new technologies in agriculture allows farmers to make data-driven decisions on everything from planting times to resource allocation. #CeresAgriTech, co-founded and based at Cambridge Enterprise and the Lincoln Institute for Agri-Food Technology aims to support and enhance productivity, efficiency and sustainability in food and farming through research, education and technology. By continuing to support these organizations, we can empower them to play an even greater role in shaping the future of sustainable and productive agriculture in the UK. Simon Pearson, Iain Thomas, Louise Sutherland, Martin Collison, George Freeman, Katrina Hayter

The food systems are responsible for about 30% of the current anthropogenic GHG emissions, and animal products account for almost 60% of those emissions. Methane emission is a significant one! Watch the COP28 UAE livestream as the amazing panelists talks about the ways to mitigate methane. 💡⬇

Attending one of the most important early event in Italy 🇮🇹 on #insectfarming: #agroinsecta, sponsored by Bef Bypsistem. Institutions, farmers and other stakeholders are now following Steven Barbosa presentation about EU #regulatory status of #insectfarming and #insect role in supporting g the EU #f2f strategy. Italy needs a conjunted effort to unleash the sector, address the current bottlenecks and promote sustainable alternative sources of animal #proteins. Beppe Tresso Andrea Bini Nicola Radice Fossati Caterina Luppa Carlotta Totaro Fila, MSc, MBA Confagricoltura IPIFF (International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed)

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What an unforgettable panel discussion we had at NASF on the use of Insects ingredients in the aquaculture sector. The engagement was fantastic, thanks to the Mentimeter questions that sparked lively discussions.   During the discussion, we asked: "What do you see as the biggest obstacle hindering the wider adoption of insect-based ingredients in the aquaculture industry?" 44% of the audience highlighted insufficient scaling in the supply chain as the major challenge.   At Protix, we have been actively working to address it. Since 2019, our first industrial-scale plant has been operational, and we've been focused on making technological advancements to ensure a consistent supply of top-quality products. Our efforts haven't gone unnoticed; recently, major organizations like Tyson Foods and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have recognized our progress and invested in Protix to establish insect ingredient factories in the US and Poland.   Now, it's time for us to come together and create a clear roadmap with feed suppliers and their stakeholders to attract further investments for scaling up. Connect with us to be part of this exciting journey. Join the future of food today! #NASFBergen #SustainableSeafood #Aquaculture #insectbasedfeed #BetterTogether

This is a logical and welcome aquacultural development.

Yesterday marked the start of a new endeavor as I was elected into the Board of Directors for The European Aquaculture Technology and Innovation Platform EATIP. I am humbled by this opportunity and look forward to use the next 4 years to try to put the aquaculture industry into the mindset of politicians in the EU, by showing them how our industry can contribute in providing sustainable healthy food from the ocean. NCE Aquaculture , NCE Seafood Innovation, NCE Aquatech Cluster Stiim Aqua Cluster

Incredibly important when thinking about sustainability to consider the entire supply chain. This tool should help do exactly that! (I also helped in a very very small way, but just like in reducing carbon, every little helps right)