Georgia intends to increase the breeding of aquatic organisms

The development of aquaculture in Georgia is becoming a key priority for the country, which was confirmed by the high priority of this topic at the meeting of representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture of Georgia and the Adjara Autonomy.

Aquaculture includes the breeding and cultivation of various types of aquatic organisms - fish, shellfish, crustaceans and algae, both in natural and artificial reservoirs, including specialized marine plantations.

The meeting also attracted farmers engaged in aquaculture in the Black Sea city of Kobuleti, located in Adjara. The current problems of the industry and prospects for its further development were discussed at the meeting.

Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, Tengiz Nasaridze, stressed: "We have already taken legislative measures in the field of aquaculture and created a regulatory framework that contributes to the effective development of this area. We have both freshwater and marine resources at our disposal for the development of aquaculture."

In turn, the Minister of Agriculture of Adjara, Zaza Shavadze, stressed the importance of active communication between government agencies and industry representatives. This will help to better understand the needs of the aquaculture sector, identify its potential and overcome emerging challenges.

It was noted at the meeting that aquaculture has a huge potential for development in Georgia. For the most effective development of this industry, measures will be taken to stimulate and support the relevant government agencies.