Graham Mair

Senior Aquaculture Officer @FAOfish, focused on genetic resources in aquaculture. Past University Prof. and Past President of WAS. Tweets are my views.

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

Aquaculture leads global production of aquatic animals & plants.

Keeping it sustainable, resilient, & responsible is essential.

That’s why the FAO’s Guidelines for Sustainable Aquaculture matter. They are a milestone for food systems that produce, nourish & sustains👇

#FAO_GSA

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

This @FAO e-learning course explores how managing aquatic genetic resources supports sustainable aquaculture & global food security.

You will find key principles & practices of breeding programmes for genetic improvement.

Enroll now 👉 https://t.co/r28KC2iZmT

#COFIAquaculture

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

Aquaculture is the world’s fastest-growing food sector. In 2022 alone the sector produced 94M tonnes of aquatic animals. China leads with 53M tonnes.

Explore more stats in the latest @FAOFish Yearbook 👉 https://t.co/iFtR5dM7u8

#COFIAquaculture
#BlueTransformation

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

Innovations in aquafeed are reducing fishmeal use in aquaculture, improving efficiency, cutting costs, and boosting sustainability.

Meet an aquaculture expert and learn how science is shaping the future of feed 👉 https://t.co/pBE434YW6G

#COFIAquaculture
#BlueTransformation

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

The @FAOFish Guidelines for Sustainable Aquaculture provide a framework for developing and managing #aquaculture sustainably.

Designed to address the sector's rapid growth, they offer principles for addressing key challenges.

Check them out 👉 https://t.co/WuBB6lHfSd

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

Imagine a future where sustainable #aquaculture feeds the world, sustains livelihoods, conserves #biodiversity, & uses resources efficiently.

#BlueTransformation through the #FAO_GSA, is trying to turn this vision into reality.

Read more about it 👉 https://t.co/EPYpp4Y7ph

[Kim Friedman @kimfriedmans]

Want to understand @FAO's aquaculture genetic information database

Aquatic #biodiversity a cornerstone of our food system — foundational for genetic improvement & aquaculture resilience

Farmed fish species and their wild relatives

See 19mins to 33 mins: https://t.co/rNWEwjDNXn

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

AquaGRIS, the world’s first public database of farmed aquatic species & their wild relatives, is moving from prototype to full version.

It will be presented on 17 September. Join the launch online 👉 https://t.co/HXHdWxauwv

Sustainable #aquaculture for aquatic #biodiversity

[Graham Mair @gcmair]

Just wrapped up regional training with #SEAFDEC member countries on using AquaGRIS to create national registries of aquatic genetic resources that will underpin their efforts to manage their aquatic biodiversity. #faofish.

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

This paper analyzes species diversification trends in 200 countries over 3 decades, introducing a benchmarking system that helps inform policies for a diversified, sustainable & resilient #Aquaculture sector.

Read more 👉 https://t.co/wypn3S7lBS

#BiodiversityDay

[Graham Mair @gcmair]

Delighted to have held extensive discussions with Minister Mahatante on how FAO can support Madagascar’s plans to further develop its aquaculture sector. #FAOfish #FAOaquaculture https://t.co/S1Ri6ii465

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

🔹Conserving
🔹Sustainably using
🔹Developing aquatic #biodiversity

is vital for securing the future supply of fish & #AquaticFoods.

This global assessment of aquatic genetic resources offers insights into their uses, exchanges & conservation efforts 👉 https://t.co/EYg5Kfuc5s

[Graham Mair @gcmair]

I finally get to visit HAKI in Hungary, the home of carp genetics. Coordinating #FAO Expert Workshop on seed supply for small scale inland aquaculture. @faofish @dabbadie

[Graham Mair @gcmair]

A nice basic explainer beautifully illustrated. https://t.co/45yml0wIt9

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

📘 Using lessons learned from a case study in Egypt, this publication presents the main steps to implement a #Tilapia #breeding program.

Check it out to learn how genetic improvements can contribute to #foodsecurity 👉 https://t.co/3rzhkkYAIh

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

New genetic tools are improving our understanding of diversity, distribution, abundance, movement, function & adaptation of organisms in aquatic ecosystems.

This @FAO study examines the application of these techs in #fisheries & #aquaculture👉 https://t.co/cV4Hz53vw5

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

Any change begins with an idea, a vision to

Achieve more.

Contribute effectively.

Make a difference.

Let’s imagine a different kind of world & take the action to achieve it.

Today we can begin a #BlueTransformation also to #SaveOurOcean.

Happy #WorldOceansDay 💙 🐟 👇

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

📢 #OutNow | Global Plan of Action for Aquatic Genetic Resources.

2⃣1⃣ strategic priorities & a list of actions to help countries improve the management of aquatic #biodiversity.

Check it out now 👉 https://t.co/YaGiOP7cPW

#Worldbiodiversityday

[Fisheries & Aquaculture @FAOfish]

On #BiodiversityDay, @FAO releases AquaGRIS, a tool that promises to reshape management of aquatic genetic resources.

Effective management of aquatic #biodiversity is key to securing the future of food from our waters.

Check out here 👉 https://t.co/XDwu0px2GM

[Mariam Almheiri | مريم المهيري @mariammalmheiri]

Discover how innovative aquaculture in the desert is helping meet growing demands sustainably, through our strategic partnership with @FAOinUAE. Read more: https://t.co/p0mrXfsqhF