1. Proposed Aquaculture Measures Catherine Morrison

2. Context SWOT analysis Key EU and National Policies National strategic priorities Intervention Logic NSPA

3. Expand the raw material supply Capacity Building Scheme –Productive investments in aquaculture –Reducing negative impact or enhancing positive effects on the environment and increasing resource efficiency –Knock-on effect for processors –Enhances the viability of businesses

4. Lack of investment in research and development Knowledge, Innovation and Technology Scheme –Research and Development –Science-based innovation –Novel species –Profitability, competitiveness and sustainability

5. Protection of marine environment and biodiversity Organic and Environmental Management Scheme –Aquaculture providing environmental services –High demand for organic products –Contribution towards conservation and biodiversity

6. Protection of animal health and welfare; and public health Animal Health and Welfare Scheme –Crucial to the sustainability of businesses –Development of sustainable, low-cost, low- impact alternatives to conventional veterinary medicines Biotoxin Compensation / Stock Insurance –Extended closure times are serious threats to aquaculture business viability –Restricted circumstances for scheme

7. Protection of animal health and welfare; and public health Stock Insurance –Tool for managing risk –Threats from climate change (increased risk of storm damage); diseases, damage from outside sources

8. Need for high levels of skills in business, technical and environmental fields Business, Environmental and Planning Services –Business development –Co-ordinated Planning –Complex environmental requirements

9. Need for high levels of skills in business, technical and environmental fields Professional Training and Networking –Upskilling thorough business training and mentoring –Exchange of best practice –Embed conservation/environmental technology in industry

10. Need for high levels of skills in business, technical and environmental fields New Farmers Scheme –Social licence with micro and small businesses –Additional income and employment in coastal areas –Start-up costs and professional skills development