This article was featured in Eurofish Magazine 4 2025.
Aquaculture is the most varied farming sector in the world, involving a broad range of species, production systems, and levels of intensity. It is also considered one of the most sustainable methods of supplying animal protein to the projected global population of 8.5 billion by 2030. While the sector is expanding rapidly worldwide, aquaculture in the European Union has seen little growth. The European Commission is seeking to change this trajectory. Seven EU-funded projects—VeriFish, Mr.Goodfish, Baltic Muppets, EUMOFA, FishEUTrust, InnoAqua, and SAFE—are addressing different challenges and opportunities in aquaculture. Their shared objective is to increase the output of farmed fish and seafood in Europe, while improving efficiency and sustainability. Details about the work being carried out in these projects will be presented at Aquaculture Europe, which takes place in Valencia, Spain, from 22 to 25 September. Eurofish will coordinate a joint stand (numbers 143–145) at the event to showcase all seven projects. Aquaculture Europe is an annual event organised by the European Aquaculture Society. It features a scientific conference, trade exhibition, industry forums, workshops, and student sessions, and provides a platform for the latest research and innovation in aquaculture. Visitors to the joint stand will be able to learn how the seven projects are contributing to renewed growth in European aquaculture.