DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES AND MARINE RESEARCH

The Sector of Aquaculture in Cyprus constitutes an important component of the primary agricultural production, showing impressive growth rates and a high quality export product. It is worth mentioning that the global aquaculture is the fastest growing food production sector, with an average growth rate of 6-8% annually. Government policies applied in the sector of aquaculture are driven by sustainable development, protection of the marine environment as well as emphasizing on quality and safety of aquaculture products.

Aquaculture in Cyprus is an important economical activity which is based on the application of advanced biotechnology. It contributes significantly to the production of fishery products, reduces fishing deficit and thereby reduces the negative trade balance, creates job placements and occupies employees with specialized scientific background. Also, it provides an affordable in terms of price and highly nutritional product.


		Overview - Cyprus Aquaculture
		Marine Aquaculture
		Freshwater Aquaculture
		Research
		Marketing of Cyprus Aquaculture Products
		Employment in the Aquaculture Sector
		Cypriot Aquaculture Companies/ Units
		Use of Alien and Locally Absent Species in Aquaculture
		· Multiannual National Strategic Aquaculture Plan 2021 -2030 (Available only in Greek)
		Multiannual National Strategic Aquaculture Plan 2014-2020 (Available only in Greek)
		Gallery
		Procedure for the Establishment and Operation of an Offshore Aquaculture Farm
		A new strategic vision for sustainable aquaculture production and consumption in the European Union