Communication from the Commission: Building a Sustainable Future for Aquaculture

On 8 April 2009, a communication on "Building a sustainable future for aquaculture" was issued by the European Commission, giving new political impetus and guidelines for the sustainable development of European aquaculture. Amongst many ambitious approaches proposed in the communication, the Commission stresses the importance of research and technological development, maritime spatial planning systems and the compatibility between aquaculture and environment. This European Strategy will apply at EU, national and local levels.

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