The Institute of Aquaculture is pleased to announce a unique training opportunity.

This training course responds to the needs of entrepreneurs interested to enter the aquaculture sector. It combines a basic introduction to aquaculture technology covering current and emerging species and considers issues in environment, feed, health and broodstock management; with a strong emphasis on business opportunities (markets etc.) and risks. Meet like-minded individuals and drive your ideas forward.

August 19 – September 1, 2012

For more information contact Anda at aquaculture@stir.ac.uk or +44 1786 467878

The Institute of Aquaculture at Stirling, founded in 1971, is the leading international centre in its field and the largest of its kind in the world. It brings together cross-disciplinary, world class researchers to meet the wide range of challenges faced as aquaculture grows to meet global demand. Our research focuses on critical questions relating to strategies for sustainable aquaculture, whether in modern commercial markets or in supporting communities in developing countries. Fundamental research on reproduction, genetics, aquatic animal health and welfare, nutrition, production systems, environments, markets, and social and economic impacts all play significant roles.