Economics of aquaculture

Economics of Aquaculture was originally published in 1993, emerging during a period of significant global interest in the intensification of fish farming as a viable alternative to depleting wild-capture fisheries. Authored by Curtis M. Jolly, a professor with extensive expertise in agricultural economics, the text was designed to provide a systematic framework for analyzing the production, marketing, and policy challenges inherent in the industry. It functions as a foundational academic resource intended for students and professionals looking to balance biological productivity with economic sustainability.

The book’s structure reflects the multidisciplinary approach common to Taylor & Francis academic releases, emphasizing quantitative analysis and the application of classical economic theory to unique aquatic environments. Its reception among institutional scholars has been steady, as it offers one of the early comprehensive attempts to bridge the gap between technical aquaculture practices and market-driven economic reality. Over the decades, it has remained a persistent reference point in the literature for those studying the structural evolution of the global aquaculture sector.