18 MARCH 2016 • WORLD AQUACULTURE • WWW.WAS.ORG Interactive mariculture. Interactive mariculture aims to demonstrate the benefits of mariculture to the general public by providing the opportunity to interact with mariculture practices. As the facility is located in a beautiful, preserved region, there is a natural interaction between tourists and mariculture. However, this takes visitor’s understanding of mariculture one step further by allowing them to interact directly with mariculture operations. A number of activities are offered, including guided tours, interactive feeding, and diving and snorkeling around fish cages. These activities provide a great opportunity for the public to learn more about the global and regional role of mariculture. Furthermore, the Fisheries and Aquaculture Department of Angra dos Reis regularly hosts social events such as an annual fish festival and workshops, which are also a great opportunity to market local seafood production and promote mariculture. Challenges and Future Priorities and Expectations The availability of satisfactory and affordable marine finfish feeds represents a major constraint due to the limited availability of fresh-frozen sardines. Thus, this is an ongoing priority, especially in light of the anticipated expansion of fish farms. The IMTA system set-up can be used as a model for future businesses and by environmental agencies. Finally, the availability of cheaper mariculture structures and equipment will promote the expansion of mariculture facilities. It is essential to have continued and increased support from regional and federal governments, particularly to further integrate local communities into mariculture. The current alternative approach seems to be more advantageous than traditional intensive systems for regional conditions, being able to supply high quality protein with minimal environmental impacts and the ability to demonstrate to visitors the real importance of mariculture. 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