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Empowering the Future of Aquaculture. Together.
Aqua Economic Forum brings together global experts, policymakers, businesses, and farmers to drive sustainable growth in aquaculture for India’s Blue Economy.
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The Aqua Economic Forum (AEF) is the premier platform for knowledge exchange, innovation showcasing, and multi-stakeholder collaboration in India’s and South Asia’s aquaculture and fisheries sector. Organised annually in conjunction with Aquaex India, AEF is designed to be a long-standing forum that evolves year after year—addressing the most pressing challenges and presenting transformative opportunities for the industry.

By bringing together policy leaders, scientists, farmers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and international collaborators under one roof, the Aqua Economic Forum becomes a dynamic space for dialogue, learning, partnerships, and real-world action.

Aqua Economic Forum

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Building a Knowledge-Powered Ecosystem

Aqua Economic Forum functions as a sector-wide knowledge engine, sparking dialogues and insights that fuel better policies, smarter practices, and stronger businesses.

Facilitates Dialogue Between Stakeholders

AEF provides a structured and ongoing dialogue between ministries, farmer groups, private players, academic institutions, exporters, and international bodies. These exchanges generate unified strategies that address real sector needs.

Promotes Innovation and Sustainable Development

The forum prioritises future-ready aquaculture practices—In-Pond Raceway System (IPRS), Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS), traceability systems, automation, and green technologies—that balance productivity with sustainability.

Drives Key Policy Awareness & Alignments

AEF demystifies complex schemes and policy guidelines by hosting dedicated policy sessions and public–private engagement zones. It supports effective implementation of national programs like PMMSY, Sagarmala and Blue Economy.

Strategic Focus Areas of the Forum

Addressing Every Dimension of Aquaculture — AEF curates its tracks and discussions around the most important topics shaping global and regional aquaculture.

International Collaboration & Policy Dialogues
AEF acts as a bridge connecting Indian stakeholders with global organisations such as FAO, WorldFish, INFOFISH, and USSEC. These sessions explore compliance, global trade, certifications, and sustainable aquaculture benchmarks.

Research, Academia & Technology Transfer
The forum offers a vital platform for institutions and scientists to present research, initiate joint projects, and create practical handbooks for field-level implementation.

Tech-Driven Modernisation
Stakeholders gain exposure to IoT sensors, AI-based disease diagnostics, blockchain traceability, feed formulation software, and pond automation tools, accelerating sectoral digitisation.

Species Diversification & Indigenous Knowledge
Discussions on new species like Pangasius, Murrel, and integrated models ensure more adaptive and climate-resilient aquaculture. Indigenous practices are validated and scaled up.

Health & Disease Management
Experts present cost-effective diagnostics, vaccines, and water-quality solutions. Emphasis is placed on field-tested protocols and mobile health kits.

Farmer-Focused Meetings
AEF hosts region-specific meetings in local languages, helping farmers understand market dynamics, subsidy eligibility, policy benefits, and export trends.

Hands-On Knowledge from Experts
Aquaculture scientists and progressive farmers share field-tested practices on biosecurity, low-cost feed production, stocking strategies, and crop protection.

Enabling Market Access
Farmers discover how to participate in value chains—connecting with cold chains, retailers, exporters, and processors directly.

Creating Solutions, Not Just Conversations
AEF is a collaborative problem-solving space where issues are not just discussed—they’re addressed. AEF curates its tracks and discussions around the most important topics shaping global and regional aquaculture.

Real-World Problem Identification
Challenges such as disease outbreaks, poor market linkages, credit access, and environmental changes are brought to the forefront.

Solutions via Panels and Expert Clinics
International and Indian experts propose tailored solutions backed by research and practical application.

Sustainability Roadmapping
Forum sessions help align India’s fisheries and aquaculture with national climate goals and global SDGs.

Business, Innovation & Tech Collaborations
Enabling strategic partnerships to create impact connections that accelerate commercial and technological growth.

B2B Matchmaking Zones
Companies are offered scheduled stage time and demo areas to unveil their innovations to a focused audience.

Tech Pitches & Innovation Showcases
Startups and R&D innovators get opportunities to pitch to investors, advisors, and buyers.

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Promoting Indigenous Technologies & Local Innovation

Championing Grassroots Solutions with Scalable Impact: AEF supports local innovations that emerge from real-world experience and practical wisdom. These grassroots solutions are cost-effective, sustainable, and tailored to regional needs. By celebrating homegrown ingenuity, AEF aims to accelerate adoption, empower communities, and position Indian aquaculture as a hub of frugal innovation ready to serve both local and global challenges.

Promotion of Cost-Effective Innovations

AEF showcases practical, low-cost solutions such as farmer-made aerators, DIY hatcheries, solar dryers, modular tanks, and water testing kits. These tools are easy to replicate, address pressing field challenges, and improve outcomes without heavy investments. Through live demonstrations and display zones, these innovations are given the visibility they deserve, encouraging nation-wide adoption across farming clusters.

Storytelling & Recognition Platforms

Aqua Economic Forum provides a platform to honour individuals and communities driving local innovation. Storytelling sessions and awards spotlight women-led businesses, rural aquapreneurs, collaborations and community models that are transforming aquaculture. These narratives foster inspiration, peer learning, and a sense of pride — making it clear that impactful change can start from any corner of the country.

Replication and Scaling Programs

Proven grassroots models are carefully selected for wider implementation through structured scaling programs. AEF collaborates with public and private partners to develop manuals, toolkits, and hands-on training sessions that guide adoption. Pilot deployments across multiple states ensure that what works in one region can be adapted and repeated elsewhere, driving inclusive growth and sustainable innovation diffusion.

AquaLead™
Uniting Visionaries to Lead India’s Blue Economy

Aquaex India proudly unveils AquaLead — a distinguished platform that brings together the visionaries, pioneers, and changemakers of India’s Fisheries and Aquaculture sector. AquaLead is designed to spark forward-thinking dialogue, drive future-ready investments and showcase transformative technologies that align the industry toward sustainable, inclusive growth.

Be a part of AquaLead, a dedicated platform to showcase your business, innovation, or impactful work in the aquaculture sector. Whether you are launching a product, sharing a breakthrough idea, or leading a strategic initiative, AquaLead offers a space for meaningful engagement, exclusive showcases, and high-impact conversations that shape the future of India’s Blue Economy.

This initiative helps your voice reach the right audience, including industry leaders, decision-makers, and key stakeholders. To explore how AquaLead can support your growth, innovation, or vision, write to us at connect@aquaex.in or simply click the button below to contact our team.

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The Venue

Radha Krishna Convention, Pedamiram, Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh 534206, India

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