Hydroclimatic extremes and aquaculture: a review of impact and response strategies

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

11-1-2025

Abstract

Given the global importance of aquaculture for feeding a growing population and the ecological pressures in a changing climate of extremes, a review of the literature that emphasizes the prospects for aquaculture under increasing hydroclimatic extremes is undertaken here. The preponderance of the literature suggests that coastal aquaculture, rather than inland aquaculture, is most vulnerable. Whereas inland aquaculture is affected by flooding, temperature fluctuations, and precipitation changes, coastal aquaculture faces additional exposure to sea level rise, wave surges, saltwater intrusion, and erosion, displacing fishing communities and damaging infrastructure. Collectively, heavy rainfall, drought, temperature fluctuations, and ecosystem changes must be considered increasingly as they underscore the complex and interconnected challenges facing aquaculture. Understanding these impacts is essential for developing adaptive strategies to ensure sustainable fish production under changing climatic conditions. Finally, we suggest some resilience strategies for aquaculture that help producers adapt to the significant challenges to aquaculture posed by climate change, necessitating adaptation strategies tailored to local vulnerabilities and conditions.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Aquaculture International

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