The book offers a comprehensive examination of the global fisheries and aquaculture sectors through the lens of sustainability, innovation, and policy transformation. With growing concerns about aquatic ecosystem health, food security, and climate resilience, this volume compiles fifteen research-driven chapters that address the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of both inland and marine fisheries.
Spanning a wide spectrum of topics—from freshwater aquaculture and fish genetic resource management to post-harvest technology and global marine governance frameworks—the book highlights the intersection of science, innovation, and sustainable development goals (SDGs). Contributors delve into issues such as bycatch mitigation, trawl modifications, ecosystem restoration, and the role of education and socio-economics in fisheries sustainability.
Key focus areas include:
Climate-resilient practices in aquaculture and mariculture
Sustainable fish harvesting and post-harvest strategies
Advances in genetic improvement and species diversification
Technological innovations for inclusive sectoral growth
Global cooperation and legal frameworks (e.g., high seas treaties)
Socio-economic perspectives and stakeholder engagement
Written for a wide audience including fisheries scientists, environmental researchers, policy planners, development professionals, and students, this book aims to provide a balanced and well-informed view of how innovation and collaboration can help transition global fisheries toward a more sustainable and resilient future.
