International Aquaponics Opti Conference

National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) held the “Belmont Forum Sustainable Food Production and Consumption – Aquaponics (Algae) Symbiosis International Symposium” on May 29, 2024 in Keelung City, Taiwan.

Experts from seven countries gathered at NTOU to explore the symbiosis of aquaculture systems and to promote the sustainable food production system of aquaponics towards sustainable consumption and production. The event was opened by NTOU President Tai-Wen Hsu, Distinguished Professor Yuh-Ming Lee from the National Taipei University and representing Belmont Forum, and NTOU’s Professor Dr. Fan-Hua Nan; over 18 representatives of the International Aquaponics Opti Consortium represented their research, and nearly 100 stakeholders were in attendance (NTOU).

All participants—especially the SSCP Aquaponics Opti research partner from Sweden, Germany, Turkey, South Africa, Brazil, and the United States—cordially thank Professor Dr. Fan-Hua Nan and his team for hosting this excellent, inspiring, and productive academic event and welcoming the consortium with generous hospitality!