A recent article published on 17 October 2026 by the Greek news outlet Sofokleousin.gr highlights the importance of fish welfare for the sustainability and competitiveness of the Greek aquaculture sector, featuring statements by Dr Spiros Protopsaltis, Secretary General of the Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food.
Dr Protopsaltis stressed that fish welfare is an essential component of modern, responsible and competitive aquaculture. He also acknowledged the significance of the University of Crete’s role as coordinator of EURCAW-Aqua, describing it as an important recognition of the Greek scientific community’s contribution to European efforts to improve aquatic animal welfare.
The article highlights the role of EURCAW-Aqua in providing scientific and technical support to competent authorities, developing welfare assessment tools and organising specialised training activities.
Particular attention is given to the recent EURCAW-Aqua workshop held in Athens, focusing on European sea bass welfare in hatcheries and during juvenile transport, as well as an earlier training activity for competent authorities in Salamina.
The article underlines the importance of collaboration between competent authorities, the scientific community and aquaculture producers in promoting improved welfare practices and sustainable aquaculture development.
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