Synergies on the coast: Challenges facing shellfish aquaculture development on the central and north coast of British Columbia. (March 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Holden, Jessica J.; Collicutt, Brenna; Covernton, Garth; Cox, Kieran D.; Lancaster, Darienne; Dudas, Sarah E.; Ban, Natalie C.; Jacob, Aerin L.
• Is Part Of: Marine policy. Volume 101(2019)
• Page Start: 108
• Page End: 117
• Publication Date: 2019-03
• Subjects: Resource management -- Marine planning -- Ocean space -- Northeast Pacific -- Ecological interactions -- Sustainable seafood; Marine resources -- Economic aspects -- Periodicals; Fisheries -- Periodicals; Ressources marines -- Aspect économique -- Périodiques; Pêches -- Périodiques; Fisheries; Marine resources -- Economic aspects; Periodicals; 333.916405
• DOI: 10.1016/j.marpol.2019.01.001
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0308-597X

Abstract

Abstract: The rise in global demand for seafood has led many people to view shellfish aquaculture as an economically and ecologically viable source of seafood. However, interactions with the environment, existing industry, and societal values must be considered to ensure sustainability of this industry. Shellfish aquaculture in British Columbia (BC), Canada, showcases many of these issues. This review explores key socio-economic and ecological considerations for future growth of shellfish aquaculture on the central and north coast of BC, with implications for the continuing global expansion of the industry. Interactions among shellfish aquaculture, coastal groups, existing industries, and First Nations, as well as considerations under changing oceanic conditions are investigated. Expansion of shellfish aquaculture on the central and north coast of BC will need to be socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. The results of this review strongly indicate that shellfish aquaculture should be incorporated in marine planning initiatives and developed in consideration of local ecological, environmental, economic, and social context.