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Medellín, Colombia epicenter of aquaculture in 2024

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By Milthon Lujan

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Medellín will be the headquarters of the Congress on Aquaculture in Latin America “Innovation and Sustainability for Global Aquaculture”, which will include LACQUA 2024, THE VIII LATIN AMERICAN CONFERENCE ON NATIVE FISH CULTURE AND THE XI COLOMBIAN AQUACULTURE CONGRESS, from September 24 to 27, 2024 at the Plaza Mayor Convention Center. This event is the result of collaboration between entities such as WAS-LACC, the Latin American Association on Native Fish Farming, the Colombian Academic Association of Aquaculture, the CES University, the University of Antioquia and Fedeacua.

The Congress will bring together experts on topics of global relevance, addressing the development, sustainability and growth of aquaculture in Latin America and the Caribbean. Participants will have the opportunity to send summaries of their most recent research and work to present orally or in poster format throughout the three days of the event and the pre- and post-congress courses. In addition, it will stand out with the presence of the largest aquaculture trade fair in Colombia.

TO THOSE WHO ARE INTERESTED, WE REMIND YOU THAT THE PERIOD FOR SENDING ABSTRACTS IS OPEN, AND THE DEADLINE FOR RECEPTION OF ABSTRACTS WILL BE MARCH 31, 2024.

Registration for the Aquaculture Congress in Latin America “Innovation and Sustainability for Global Aquaculture” offers differential rates for Colombians. Interested parties are encouraged to register before August 1 to take advantage of the early registration discount characteristic of LACQUA24 events. Registration can be done at the following link, and the rate with which the registration was made will be respected, even if the payment is made after or on the first day of the event.

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Consult the following links for all information related to programming, rules for submitting abstracts and rates for participants:

Colombians: https://www.was.org/Meeting/pdf/LacQua24RegBro-CO.pdf
Internationals: https://www.was.org/Meeting/pdf/LacQua24RegBro-es.pdf
Register here: https://www.was.org/Meeting/Registration/Submit/LACQUA24

The trade fair has been characterized as the ideal space for entities and companies since it offers the opportunity to show the public their offer of products and services to the more than 1,800 attendees that we expect in 2024. We have had the participation of more than 100 companies in previous events and on this occasion we can confirm the participation of the following companies: TGV de Colombia, Feeding System SL, USSEC, Trovan, The Center for Aquaculture Technologies, CEDIA, Kennebec River Biosciences, TecnoAqua, Aquatic Equipment & Design Inc. , Faivre, Prilabsa, Global Motor, Madan Technologies, Kaeser Compressors, AquaLabo, Ormendes SA, Aquamanager, Hanna Instruments, Italcol. We still have stands available for what will be the largest aquaculture trade fair in Colombia. Take advantage of the opportunity and don’t miss out on a space at this great event.

We look forward to having you here!

Medellín

Known as the City of Eternal Spring, it combines modernity and traditional charm framed by majestic mountains. With a warm climate all year round, the city offers innovative architecture, vibrant cultural scene and unique hospitality from its inhabitants, the “paisas”. Its history of resilience is intertwined with modernity, creating a fascinating destination where creativity, gastronomy and human warmth converge, inviting visitors to explore its unique charm.

Steering Committee
LACQUA24 – VIII CLCPN – XICCA
Innovación y sostenibilidad para una acuicultura global
https://www.was.org/meeting/code/LacQua24
carolina@was.org