Aquaculture is undergoing a transformative shift driven by cutting-edge technologies, climate resilience strategies, and a growing demand for sustainable food systems. This book brings together pioneering research and expert perspectives that collectively chart a path toward the future of aquaculture and fisheries in India and globally.

Covering a wide range of innovative topics—including nanotechnology, microbial nutrition, climate-smart aquaculture, biotechnology, wastewater remediation, and environmental DNA (eDNA)—the book provides a multidisciplinary approach to addressing the complex challenges in aquaculture production. Contributors delve into real-world applications of next-generation sequencing, phytoremediation, hormone regulation in fish reproduction, and the potential of phyto-biotics to enhance aquatic health.

The book also addresses critical environmental concerns, such as heavy metal and pesticide toxicity, carbon footprint mitigation, and offshore aquaculture, offering practical solutions and policy insights. In addition, chapters highlight the socioeconomic dimensions of fisheries, including loss assessments and strategic planning for a resilient and profitable sector.

With contributions from leading scientists, researchers, and professionals across India, this comprehensive volume serves as a valuable resource for:

• Academicians and students in aquaculture, fisheries, biotechnology, and environmental sciences

• Policy planners and development professionals involved in sustainable food and water systems

• Practicing aquaculturists and entrepreneurs seeking technological innovations

• Environmental scientists and water resource managers

By bridging science, technology, and sustainability, this book aims to strengthen the aquaculture sector's contribution to food security, ecological balance, and economic growth in a changing world.

Roshan Kumar Ram: College of Fisheries (Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University), Dholi-843121, Bihar, India

Pravesh Kumar: College of Fisheries (Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University), Dholi-843121, Bihar, India

Prem Prakash Srivastava: College of Fisheries (Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University), Dholi-843121, Bihar, India

Sanjay Chandravanshi: Fisheries College and Research Institute (Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University), Thoothukudi- 628008, Tamil Nadu, India

1. Revolutionizing Aquaculture: Cutting-Edge Technologies for Sustainable Farming - S. Sakthi, P. Ramesh, D. Manimekalai, V. Rani, J. and Musraf sulaiman

2. Nanotechnology: Transforming the Future of Aquaculture - Kriti Kumari, Akshaya Vinod Mayekar, Prashanth B R and Mukkeri Kranthirekha

3. Enhancing Fish Nutrition Sustainably with Microbial Technologies - Prashanth B R, Kriti kumari, Chundru Sri Sai Venkat and Nidarshan N C

4. Climate-Smart Aquaculture: Sustainable Solutions for a Changing - Diganta Dey, Vinod Kumar , Sourav Debnath, and Pritam Sarkar

5. Principles and Applications of Biotechnology in Fisheries and Aquaculture - Gulshan Kumar, Roshan Kumar Ram and Pravesh Kumar

6. Next Generation Sequencing: Innovations and Incentives with special reference to biological and fisheries research - Lavkush, Rupal Dupare, Radhakrishnan K V, Chandra Pal Singh and  Shailendra Kumar

7. Use of Nano Absorbance in Wastewater Treatment - Preeti Maurya

8. A Review on Nano Sensors in Aquatic Disease and Water quality Management -  Mukkeri Kranthirekha, Narshivudu Daggula, Kriti Kumari and Kanchi Bhargavi

9. From Sludge to Sustainability: How Do Aerobic and Anaerobic Systems Treat Wastewater? - Rishikesh Venkatrao Kadam, Sanjay Chandravanshi, Swapnil Narsale, Hari Prasad Mohle, Shrinath Gavhane and Pradip Lanjile

10. Phyto-Biotics in Aquaculture: Enhancing Fish Growth, Reproduction, and Health - Indulata Tekam, Pravesh Kumar, Roshan Kumar Ram and Samad Saikh

11. Freshwater Pearl Farming: Techniques, Innovation, and Sustainability - Prashant Raj, Adita Sharma, Roshan Kumar Ram, Pravesh Kumar and Roshni Kumari

12. Unravelling Role of Reproductive Hormones: Nonapeptides,  Activins and Inhibin’s in Fish Reproduction - K. S. Wisdom, Pravesh Kumar and Roshan Kumar Ram

13. Carbon Footprint in Aquaculture and Mitigation Strategies - Manisha Alex, Jothika Babu and Cheryl Antony

14. Off-Shore Aquaculture: Overcoming Challenges and Expanding Production into Open Waters - Vishwajeet Anand

15. Phytoremediation: Using Plants to Clean Contaminated Soil and Water - Deepika Korram, Roshan Kumar Ram, Pravesh Kumar and Gourav Ranjan Padi

16.  Heavy Metal Toxicity and Its Disruptive Effects on Fish Reproduction - Ravishekhar Kumar, Pooja Kumari, Sarvendra Kumar, Showkat Ahmad Dar, Susmita Rani and Aman Divakar

17. Pesticide toxicity in aquatic environment: Insights and Remediation - Akansha Tiwari, Pravesh Kumar and Roshan Kumar Ram

18. Application of Environmental DNA (eDNA) for Monitoring and Identifying of Fish Population - Rupal Dupare, Lavkush Maurya, Surabhi Chikate and H. S. Mogalekar

19. Losses in India’s Fisheries Sector, Challenges and Strategies: An Assessment of Indian Scenario - Sanjeev Kumar, Janmejay Kumar and Prem Prakash Srivastava