Freshwater Fish Cluster

The Freshwater Fish Cluster brings together Ukrainian enterprises, farms, and processing companies engaged in the breeding, harvesting, processing, and export of freshwater fish.

The Cluster focuses on developing a modern and sustainable aquaculture sector in Ukraine. Its members implement eco-friendly fish-farming technologies and quality-control systems that ensure compliance with European food safety standards.
Special attention is given to the preservation of natural resources, restoration of aquatic ecosystems, and innovation in feed formulation, genetics, and aquaculture technologies.

Objective:
To develop sustainable fish farming in Ukraine and expand exports of freshwater fish to the EU markets.

Goals:

• Improve product quality and traceability;
  
  

• Introduce environmentally safe breeding and processing technologies;
  
  

• Strengthen cooperation with international aquaculture research institutes;
  
  

• Increase exports of Ukrainian freshwater fish;
  
  

• Create new jobs in regional communities;
  
  

• Enhance the ecological resilience of water bodies.
  
  

Sustainability and International Cooperation:
The Cluster promotes sustainable aquaculture practices, biodiversity conservation, and efficient water-resource management to minimize environmental impact and support long-term ecological balance.