IMTA INVEST: A New Tool for Making IMTA Investment Decisions Easier
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) is increasingly recognised as an approach that can strengthen the sustainability of aquaculture systems. By combining species from different trophic levels, such as fish, shellfish and seaweed, IMTA makes better use of resources, reduces waste and supports more resilient production systems.
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) is increasingly recognised as an approach that can strengthen the sustainability of aquaculture systems. By combining species from different trophic levels, such as fish, shellfish and seaweed, IMTA makes better use of resources, reduces waste and supports more resilient production systems.
In coastal Bangladesh, for example, farmers have demonstrated improved profitability, diversified income streams, and more resilient production through IMTA practices. These experiences show that the technical case for IMTA is strong.
Awareness is no longer the problem. Across Africa and Asia, aquaculture is firmly on the agenda as a source of food, livelihoods, and climate resilience. What’s still missing is a practical way for farmers and investors to decide whether IMTA makes sense in their context, before they commit.