Aquaculture Law and Policy

Global, Regional and National Perspectives

新视野Environmental and Energy Law series

Edited by Nigel Bankes, Faculty of Law, The University of Calgary, Canada and K.G. Jebsen Centre for the Law of the Sea, University of Tromsø, The Arctic University of Norway, Irene Dahl, K.G. Jebsen Centre for the Law of the Sea, University of Tromsø, The Arctic University of Norway and David L. VanderZwaag, Professor of Law and Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Ocean Law and Governance, Marine and Environmental Law Institute, Schulich School of Law, Dalhousie University, Canada

With aquaculture operations fast expanding around the world, the adequacy of aquaculture-related laws and policies has become a hot topic. This much-needed book provides a three-part guide to the complex regulatory landscape. The expert contributors first review the international legal dimensions, including chapters on law of the sea, trade, and access and benefit sharing. Part Two offers regional perspectives, discussing the EU and regional fisheries management organizations. The final part contains eleven case studies exploring how leading aquaculture producing countries have been putting sustainability principles into practice.

‘Aquaculture Law and Policy is a welcome contribution to debates about a challenging regulatory area and is warmly recommended for anyone with a practical or research interest in the legal or policy aspects of aquaculture.’
– William Howarth, Ocean Yearbook

‘Our oceans are increasingly targeted for their resources. This forward-looking collection of essays explores how States and regional arrangements are responding to challenges in the growth of aquaculture. Clarity of exposition, in what is an increasingly complex area of law and policy, is combined with breadth, depth and richness of research. Most importantly, the authors draw out valuable lessons and experience from around the world. This book is an essential reference point for anyone concerned with the sustainable use of our oceans.’
– Richard A. Barnes, The University of Hull, UK