Aydın targets sustainable growth in aquaculture sector

Aydın holds the third-highest aquaculture project capacity in Turkey, with a total of 77,475 tons. To enhance the economic value of this sector and ensure sustainable growth, Governor Dr. Osman Varol chaired a consultation meeting regarding the fisheries industry.

The region's current organizational structure includes 2 unions, 12 cooperatives, 243 registered fishing vessels, and 1,445 registered fishermen. Discussions focused on balancing natural resource protection with production continuity, emphasizing water quality, stock management, and environmental monitoring.

Participants proposed strengthening financial and technical support for producers, improving market access, and enhancing inter-institutional cooperation. The meeting aimed to establish a roadmap for utilizing Aydın's potential through environmentally friendly practices and regional planning to boost the local economy.