Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture

Adapting and implementing Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture tailored to local contexts in Asia and Africa

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Vision

All coastal and marine resources are used sustainably with improved food and nutrition security facilitated by the development and scaling of IMTA systems.

Objectives

Demonstrate context-specific profitable and sustainable IMTA systems fit for scaling.
Empower local institutions through partnerships and co-leadership of project activities.
Strengthen capacities of national staff, farmers groups and market aggregators for scaling IMTA.

Strategy

To ensure the successful implementation of IMTA systems, a comprehensive situation analysis will be conducted, covering technical, environmental, climate, social, economic, institutional and market factors. The work package will validate business models tailored to each country’s context for sustainable aquatic food production through IMTA. Furthermore, innovations and best practices in IMTA will be shared within and beyond the target countries through strategic communications, workshops and demonstrations, driving widespread adoption.

Partnerships

The success of this work package relies on collaborations with local and international partners who play a crucial role in supporting IMTA system development and scaling.