Calendar

January 24-26, 2012 -- Miami, Florida, USA
Phone: +1-703-752-8885 -- Web: www.cvent.com/d/ycqjb1

This conference, which replaces the National Fisheries Institute fall meeting, will provide NFI members with information on the economic, social and demographic trends and changes that affect international seafood markets. The conference will provide a consensus view of the opportunities and pitfalls for supplying and purchasing products of the major species groups for the coming year. Copies of the Global Aquaculture Advocate magazine will be available at this event.

January 25-27, 2012 -- Bay City, Texas, USA
Phone: +1-281-639-8271, +1-979-695-2040 -- Web: www.texasaquaculture.org/Conference%202012/Conference-2012.htm

The theme for the 42nd annual TAA Conference and Trade Show is "Nuts and Bolts of Success (What's in Your Toolbox?)." Attend this event to stay current with what's happening in Texas aquaculture. Agenda topics will include the latest on NPDES and off-shore aquaculture, as well as the outlook for aquaculture in Texas and the U.S. Sessions on marketing strategies and research, breakout on aquaponics.hydroponics. Copies of the Global Aquaculture Advocate magazine will be distributed in registration bags.

February 6-12, 2010 -- Bangkok, Thailand
Phone: +1-352-563-0565 -- Web: http://www.aquaculturecertification.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3&Itemid=4

Auditor candidates and observers worldwide are invited to attend BAP training courses. The six-day program prepares participants to inspect seafood processing plants, aquatic farms, feed mills and hatcheries according to Best Aquaculture Practices standards for environmental sustainability, social responsibility and enhanced HACCP food safety. Course applicants must demonstrate competence and experience in aquaculture and seafood.

February 9-10, 2012 -- New Bern, North Carolina, USA
Phone: +1-252-638-3585 -- Web: www.ncaquaculture.org

This conference will bring together the public, fish farmers, scientists and regulatory personnel to share information about the development of aquaculture in North Carolina. Attendees will learn about aquaculture in the state and discover the latest aquaculture equipment and products at the trade show. After the famous Aquafoods Festival, targeted workshops will wrap up the conference. Copies of the Global Aquaculture Advocate magazine will be distributed in registration bags.

February 12-14, 2011 -- Bremen, Germany
Phone: :+49-421-3505-264 -- Web: www.fishinternational.com

Fish International is the only fish and seafood trade fair in Germany. It gives traders a platform to gain information on what's new in the German market and get a good overview of the fish industry. See a varied assortment of fish, as well as a concentrated display of machines and technical aids. Fish International will also include aquaculture technology: accessories, feed, fry and processing and technical services.

February 15-17, 2012 -- Bangkok, Thailand
Phone: +31-33-246-4404 -- Web: www.victam.com

Victam Asia 2012 is the Asia Pacific's premier event for the animal and aquatic feed, petfood and biomass technology industries. The 2012 event will be similar to the successful 2010 show, with exhibitors and technical sessions on feed processing and biomass technology. New location: Bangkok International Trade Exhibition Centre.

February 29-March 2, 2012 -- Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Phone: +1-760-751-5005 -- Web: www.was.org/WasMeetings/meetings/Default.aspx?%20code=WA2011

As the national conference and exposition of the U.S. Aquaculture Society, National Aquaculture Association and Aquaculture Suppliers Association, Aquaculture America is the only major national aquaculture conference and exposition held in the U.S. Other groups also hold annual meetings during this event. See the latest products and services, keep pace with technical developments, consider issues facing aquaculturists around the country and throughout the world. Meet GAA and BAP staff at Booth #504. Copies of the Global Aquaculture Advocate magazine will be distributed in registration bags.

March 11-13, 2012 -- Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Phone: +1-972-943-4726 -- Web: www.bostonseafood.com

North America's largest seafood event offers a vast array of seafood products, services and equipment from all over the world. Find hot, new seafood products and trends. Make connections to expand your seafood business. Uncover strategies that will move you ahead of the competition. Conference sessions will feature industry thought leaders. Registration for IBSS/Seafood Processing America includes access to the New England Food Show. Meet GAA and BAP staff and pick up a free copy of the Global Aquaculture Advocate at Booth #481.

GAA will present a special "Mini-GOAL" session in Room 153AB on March 12 featuring highlights of the GOAL 2011 conference in Santiago, Chile. Registration fee required.

March 22-24, 2012 -- Glasgow, Scotland
Phone: 141-248-3000 -- Web: www.fasexpo.co.uk

The Fishing Aquaculture & Seafood Expo is the main seafood event on the Scottish and U.K. calendar. Bringing together all sectors of the wild and farmed seafood industries, it will present thousands of products from fishing boats to final "seafood on a plate." Show the world what your business has to offer! A varied program of seminars and talks featuring leading industry speakers from the U.K. and overseas is on the schedule, too.

April 24-26, 2012 -- Brussels, Belgium
Phone: +1-207-842-5504 -- Web: www.euroseafood.com

The European Seafood Exposition, the world's largest seafood trade fair, brings buyers and sellers from around the world together for sourcing, networking and doing business. More than 1,600 exhibitors will represent fresh, canned, frozen and value-added seafood; storage, processing and handling equipment; and a host of seafood-related services. Co-located with Seafood Processing Europe. Meet GAA and BAP staff and pick up a free copy of the Global Aquaculture Advocate at Booth #9-4062.

May 1-4, 2012 -- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Phone: +61-437-152-234 -- Web: www.australian-aquacultureportal.com

AA12 is the biennial event of the National Aquaculture Council of Australia and the World Aquaculture Society. It will provide a forum for education, knowledge transfer and professional development under the theme of "The Next Ten Years." Its presentations from academia, researchers and industry will facilitate the meaningful exchange of information among aquaculture and related industries. Meet GAA and BAP staff and pick up a free copy of the Global Aquaculture Advocate at Booth #17.

May 6-11, 2012 -- Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Phone: +61-3-62312999 -- Web: www.cdesign.com.au/ias2012/

IAS 2012 continues the tradition of bringing together diverse people with one common interest: abalone. Interact with commercial fishers and growers, managers and policy makers, processors and marketers, and researchers from numerous disciplines. The IAS program will address issues of global importance and commercial relevance, including aquaculture, biotechnology, ecosystems, conservation and markets.

May 7-11, 2012 -- Edinburgh, Scotland
Phone: +44-0-141-331-0123 -- Web: www.6thwfc2012.com

Every four years, the World Council of Fisheries Societies organizes the World Fisheries Congress to promote international cooperation in fisheries science, conservation and management, and the wise use of resources. The 2012 event will be hosted by the Fisheries Society of the British Isles under the theme of "Sustainable Fisheries in a Changing World." BAP Standards Coordinator Daniel Lee will give a presentation on aquaculture certification and chair a session on fishmeal.

May 23-24, 2012 -- Aviemore, Scotland
Phone: +44-0-1862-892188 -- Web: www.aquacultureuk.com

Aquaculture U.K. is the principal aquaculture event held in the British Isles. A major international event which attracts visitors from over 20 countries, it consists of a large trade fair and a well-attended conference. More than 70 exhibitors from all over the world will display current developments in aquaculture technology, feed, fish health, training, processing, environmental protection, distribution, consultancy, insurance and more.

May 27-30, 2012 -- Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Phone: 506-529-4766 -- Web: www.aquacultureassociation.ca/meeting/aquaculture-canada-2012

Aquaculture Canada 2012 will build on its tradition of providing Canada's most comprehensive agenda of aquaculture science and technology presentations, thought-provoking speakers, pertinent conference sessions and an engaging social agenda. Particular focus will be placed on fish health research and advances in shellfish aquaculture.

June 3-7, 2012 -- Athens, Greece
Phone: +30-2108004515 -- Web: www.cssm2012.gr

This combined event aims to promote the exchange of scientific knowledge and potential collaborations among carcinologists from different regions of the world. Particular focus will be given on issues regarding safety, quality, health, nutrition and other themes related to crustacean farming. The Crustacean Society invites submissions of papers and proposals for symposia topics.

June 11-13, 2012 -- Stavanger, Norway  
Phone: +47-5187-4743 -- Web: www.aquavision.org

AquaVision is the biennial international aquaculture and food business conference organized to provide a platform for strategic discussion of current and future concerns from consumption and marketing back to farming, fish processing and feeding. AquaVision 2012 is expected to attract 500 stakeholders from 35 countries.

August 24-26, 2012 -- Roanoke, Virginia, USA
Phone: +1-540-553-1455  -- Web: www.recircaqua.com

The International Conference on Recirculating Aquaculture conference is designed for individuals in industry, government and academia. The program will feature presentations and poster sessions from leading experts in recirculating aquaculture. In the trade show area, buyers and sellers can discuss challenges and breakthroughs in recirculating aquaculture. Copies of the Global Aquaculture Advocate magazine will be distributed in registration bags.

September 1-5, 2012 -- Prague, Czech Republic
Phone: +1-760-751-5005 -- Web: www.was.org/WasMeetings/meetings/Default.aspx?code=Aqua2012

The European Aquaculture Society and World Aquaculture Society are combining efforts for AQUA 2012. Under the theme of "Global Aquaculture -- Securing Our Future," AQUA 2012 will draw on Europe, Africa, North America, Latin America, the Middle East and Asia Pacific to create one of the largest aquaculture trade shows in the world. Sessions and workshops will cover all aspects of global aquaculture. Copies of the Global Aquaculture Advocate magazine will be distributed in registration bags.

October 2-4, 2012 -- Vigo, Spain
Phone: +34-986-433-351 -- Web: www.conxemar.com/ingles/feria.htm

The 14th edition of this international frozen seafood products exhibition will be presented by Conxemar, the Spanish Association of Wholesalers, Importers, Manufacturers and Exporters of Fish Products and Fish Farming. The association represents the interests of the seafood and aquaculture industries at the national and regional levels.

October 15-17, 2012 -- Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +1-207-842-5400 -- Web: www.seafoodbarcelona.com

With consumers increasing their seafood consumption, buyers need a place to turn to to source live, fresh and frozen seafood from international and local resources. Seafood Barcelona brings these buyers face to face with top suppliers in one convenient location for three days of networking, sourcing new products and doing business.

October 17-19, 2012 -- Izmir, Turkey
Phone: +44-0-1329-820099 -- Web: www.offshoremariculture.com

Offshore Mariculture 2012 is an international conference on the offshore fish-farming business. Aimed at growing offshore farming businesses, the conference includes a a technical visit day and will explore the progress and prospects for offshore aquaculture in European and international waters.