This will be accomplished by the integration of new technologically initiated methods and combined with effective traditional practices. The long term aim is to produce high quality organic freshwater fish products for local markets. The positive attribute of this strategy is less expense, environmental damage caused by evasive packaging, refrigeration, transport, energy and waste associated with them. The practice and methods of aquaculture within an artificially controlled environment, achieving substantial production rates by unnaturally high stocking densities and intensive supplementary feeding. This system also relies upon extensive fresh water circulation and additional synthetic chemical and antibiotic requirements.
Profitable cultivation is at the expense of humane animal husbandry and ecosystems.
The principle aims are to blend innovation, research, conservation and educational awareness into a common goal of aquatic sustainability and demonstrate this through a successful commercial enterprise. Aquatic species were raised without need for chemicals or antibiotics to control fish diseases and high protein feeds discouraged in favour of locally raised aquatic invertebrates. Emphasis was placed on the integration of aquaculture and agriculture, and research in topical areas of symbiosis for the production of foodstuffs. Principal native freshwater species will be farmed and alien cultured species assessed in relation to local environmental impact. All new initiatives in the creation of wetland habitats will be assessed with regard to their sustainable value and the increase in local biodiversity without undermining existing native species.