ABSTRACT
Aquaculture allows the constant production of quality protein at affordable prices, and there are success stories where social programmes have been implemented to fill some of the social deficiencies of marginalised communities. Despite the above, there are specific criticisms and challenges that the industry must overcome to become a more widespread solution to strengthen food security and the sovereignty of vulnerable communities. On the one hand, aquaculture cannot be considered entirely as an alternative to fishing due to its dependence on inputs from the sea that can be fed directly or used in other food production systems. Furthermore, a significant part of global aquaculture production is concentrated in the few profitable species that compete in global markets, so only a fraction of the production strengthens the food security of communities.
Bearing these factors in mind, the current panorama of the relationship between aquaculture and food security is presented, as well as specific case studies.
