Evaluation of the impact of ‘A strategy for the sustainable development of European aquaculture’ COM (2002) 511 final

The 2002 acquaculture strategy was a landmark for European aquaculture and hoped to build on the excellent growth seen in the sector during the 1990s. This study compares the impact of the 2002 Communication as perceived by various stakeholders across Europe, measured against recent statistics, facts, outcomes of economic, legislative and research processes.