Emerging challenges in aquaculture: Current perspectives and human health implications
Aquaculture, the cultivation of aquatic organisms for human consumption, has become an essential contributor to global food security. However, it faces numerous challenges that threaten its sustainability and capacity to meet the growing demand for animal protein. This review investigates these chal...
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| author | M. Oghenebrorhie Ruben A. Bolanle Akinsanola M. Ekemini Okon Teslim Shitu I. Iretomiwa Jagunna |
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| description | Aquaculture, the cultivation of aquatic organisms for human consumption, has become an essential contributor to global food security. However, it faces numerous challenges that threaten its sustainability and capacity to meet the growing demand for animal protein. This review investigates these challenges, with a particular focus on environmental degradation, public health risks, and ethical dilemmas posed by genetic interventions in fish breeding. Despite the promise of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in enhancing fish production, their integration into aquaculture remains controversial due to potential risks and unresolved ethical questions. This study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of these pressing issues and propose pathways for sustainable aquaculture development. With the global population increasing and the demand for animal protein intensifying, aquaculture holds great potential as a sustainable food source. However, its contribution to global protein demand remains minimal, projected to decline to as low as 4% in the coming decades. Furthermore, aquaculture’s environmental impact, including pollution of water bodies and ecosystem disruption, poses serious threats to biodiversity and public health. Addressing these challenges is critical for ensuring the long-term viability of aquaculture. By exploring the intersection of sustainability, ethics, and innovation, this review provides valuable insights for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers seeking to advance sustainable aquaculture practices. This study aims to evaluate the current state of aquaculture and identify key challenges related to environmental sustainability, public health, and ethical considerations. It seeks to explore the potential of sustainable practices and genetic interventions to address these challenges while balancing the need for increased production and societal acceptance. The ultimate goal is to offer practical recommendations for fostering a resilient and ethical aquaculture industry capable of meeting future global food demands. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-bb29214552334ed2a85794eff53502862025-01-16T13:02:33ZengVeterinary WorldVeterinary World0972-89882231-09162025-01-01181152810.14202/vetworld.2025.15-28Emerging challenges in aquaculture: Current perspectives and human health implicationsM. Oghenebrorhie Ruben0https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4622-3950A. Bolanle Akinsanola1https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2677-2474M. Ekemini Okon2https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8882-5781Teslim Shitu3https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1379-4263I. Iretomiwa Jagunna4https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8193-454XLandmark University SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria; Department of Animal Science, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria.Department of Food Science and Microbiology, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria.Department of Animal Sciences and Aquatic Ecology, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.Department of Microbiology, University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.Department of Animal Science, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria.Aquaculture, the cultivation of aquatic organisms for human consumption, has become an essential contributor to global food security. However, it faces numerous challenges that threaten its sustainability and capacity to meet the growing demand for animal protein. This review investigates these challenges, with a particular focus on environmental degradation, public health risks, and ethical dilemmas posed by genetic interventions in fish breeding. Despite the promise of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in enhancing fish production, their integration into aquaculture remains controversial due to potential risks and unresolved ethical questions. This study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of these pressing issues and propose pathways for sustainable aquaculture development. With the global population increasing and the demand for animal protein intensifying, aquaculture holds great potential as a sustainable food source. However, its contribution to global protein demand remains minimal, projected to decline to as low as 4% in the coming decades. Furthermore, aquaculture’s environmental impact, including pollution of water bodies and ecosystem disruption, poses serious threats to biodiversity and public health. Addressing these challenges is critical for ensuring the long-term viability of aquaculture. By exploring the intersection of sustainability, ethics, and innovation, this review provides valuable insights for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers seeking to advance sustainable aquaculture practices. This study aims to evaluate the current state of aquaculture and identify key challenges related to environmental sustainability, public health, and ethical considerations. It seeks to explore the potential of sustainable practices and genetic interventions to address these challenges while balancing the need for increased production and societal acceptance. The ultimate goal is to offer practical recommendations for fostering a resilient and ethical aquaculture industry capable of meeting future global food demands.https://www.veterinaryworld.org/Vol.18/January-2025/3.pdfantibiotic resistanceaquaculture effluenteutrophicationfood safetygenetic engineering |
| spellingShingle | M. Oghenebrorhie Ruben A. Bolanle Akinsanola M. Ekemini Okon Teslim Shitu I. Iretomiwa Jagunna Emerging challenges in aquaculture: Current perspectives and human health implications Veterinary World antibiotic resistance aquaculture effluent eutrophication food safety genetic engineering |
| title | Emerging challenges in aquaculture: Current perspectives and human health implications |
| title_full | Emerging challenges in aquaculture: Current perspectives and human health implications |
| title_fullStr | Emerging challenges in aquaculture: Current perspectives and human health implications |
| title_full_unstemmed | Emerging challenges in aquaculture: Current perspectives and human health implications |
| title_short | Emerging challenges in aquaculture: Current perspectives and human health implications |
| title_sort | emerging challenges in aquaculture current perspectives and human health implications |
| topic | antibiotic resistance aquaculture effluent eutrophication food safety genetic engineering |
| url | https://www.veterinaryworld.org/Vol.18/January-2025/3.pdf |
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