Aquaculture Sector
Aquaculture has developed rapidly from a single species sector, viz. oysters in 1988, to a multi-species sector comprising:
- Sea cage systems; southern bluefin tuna, Atlantic salmon, yellowtail kingfish, snapper (and rock lobster).
- Deep water shellfish; abalone, mussels
- Intertidal shellfish; oysters
- Land-based systems; barramundi, marron, freshwater crayfish, algae, abalone.
Although freshwater aquaculture development, mainly barramundi and freshwater crayfish, has had a less spectacular evolution than marine aquaculture it is, nevertheless, a significant sector of the State Industry.
Each aquaculture sector has specific requirements for sustainable development and these are elaborated by the respective sectors. Several of the higher value sectors contribute significantly to the funding of R&D, both internally and through the FRDC funding base. Under the Aquaculture Act (2001), The South Australian Aquaculture Council, comprising key stakeholder membership, advises the South Australian Government on matters relating to the aquaculture industry. Further information on the Aquaculture Sector can be obtained by contacting PIRSA Aquaculture.
