The need for proactive environmental management of offshore aquaculture.

The article discusses the need for proactive environmental management of offshore aquaculture. The aquaculture industry is expanding due to increasing demand for aquatic food, but the current coastal fish farming activities are constrained by various factors. These constraints include limited space, interactions with other users of inshore waters, and the ability of the seafloor to assimilate farm waste. The article suggests that expanding fish farms into deeper offshore waters can help mitigate these constraints. It emphasizes the importance of environmental monitoring and predictive modeling to ensure sustainable operations. The article also discusses the limitations and challenges of implementing proactive management strategies. Overall, the article highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to environmental management in aquaculture. [Extracted from the article]