Aquaculture-driver of the fisheries industry

Abstract

Based on a generalization of an extensive array of statistical and analytical data, an analysis of the state of the fishery complex of Russia and the Krasnodar Territory was carried out. The industry’s contribution to solving the problem of food security has been determined. A fairly high degree of self-sufficiency of Russians in fish products has been noted. The current state and features of the functioning of the global and Russian fishing industry are determined. Based on the UN FAO Blue Transformation program, a global trend has been identified to increase the production of commercial aquaculture and the prerequisites for its development in Russia. At the same time, it is indicated that the degree of development of aquaculture in Russia does not correspond to the natural capabilities of the country. Based on an analysis of the state of aquaculture in the south of Russia, the reasons for the decline in the level of commercial fish production in freshwater bodies of the southern regions of the country are identified. The prospects for the restoration and development of commercial fish farming in pond farms and lake-type farms have been determined. The reserves for expanding the areas of aquaculture, including mariculture in the coastal part of the Black Sea coast of the Krasnodar Territory are outlined. The feasibility of developing commercial aquaculture in RAS installations in small forms of management and the need to modernize the industry are substantiated. Proposals have been formulated on the need to further expand government support measures and search for options for more accelerated development of fish feed production in order to reduce import dependence. It has been proven that in modern conditions aquaculture is the driver of the fishery complex. For further successful development of the industry, a favorable investment climate, financial support from the state, and the development of public-private partnerships in the implementation of relevant projects are necessary. The progressive development of the aquaculture industry will expand the range of fish products, increase their consumption by the country’s population, and increase employment and income levels.