For thousands of years, people have not only harvested the bounties of the sea, but planted its crops as well. As demand for fish increases, raised stocks will become more vital, both to our food supply and our economy as well.

The United Nations says one third of the world's total food fish supply comes from aquaculture. On average, for all countries except China, the per capatia food availability has grown at an average rate of 4.1 percent per annum between 1984 and 1998.

It's an industry on the grow. Get in on the action!

Interested in achieving a thorough education for a very exciting career in Aquaculture?

The Nova Scotia Agricultural College in Truro offers the only comprehensive undergraduate training in Aquaculture in Atlantic Canada. The courses provide a unique blend of animal husbandry skills with management training necessary for an intensive education in aquaculture.

Should I consider aquaculture?

If you enjoy working with animals, particularly fish, are willing to work outside in any kind of weather, love being around the water, have a love of nature and enjoy trying new things, aquaculture may be the field for you.

Can I make a good living at it?

With steady growth and good record keeping, your farm can grow to provide a solid, sustainable business. It's not a get-rich-quick scheme; some farms take a few years before species are ready for harvest, but like the family farm of generations ago, aquaculture operations can become a family-run business that grows with them.

What people are saying...

“I didn’t know I could have so much fun learning. The NSAC Aquaculture program is fun, fantastic, informative, and innovative. Don’t miss out on a great experience and opportunity” - Tanya Marcoux, student

“The aquaculture program at NSAC provides essential hands-on training which increases employability and understanding of fish and shellfish biology.” - Jared Crawford, student

“The aquaculture program at NSAC is an effective combination of theoretical and hands-on experience, allowing the graduate to confidently pursue a career in aquaculture.” - Colette Barter, graduate

“I found the NSAC Aquaculture program to be very stimulating and challenging. The wide range of subjects covering finfish, shellfish and engineering gives the students the qualifications needed to land a job anywhere in the world.” - Matt James, student

“We have found that there is more emphasis on practicality in the workplace from graduates hired from NSAC.” - Nancy Peacock, Canadian Food Inspection Agency - employer

“My general experience with the NSAC as an undergrad have provided the necessary training to meet and, in some cases, exceed my employer’s expectations. The needed skills seem to be already in place to enter today’s job market.” - Peter Barrett, graduate

Want To Know More?

Contact your local Human Resources Development Canada office (Manpower office) or visit Nova Scotia Agricultural College