ANTHONY JAMES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, WHEATSHEAF
Our approach to investing into food and agriculture is anchored in the beliefs that our choices over what we eat and how this food is grown, produced and distributed are all part of a complex interconnected system that influences our health, ecosystem and climate. As one of the most sustainable and efficient meat-based proteins to produce, aquaculture has many attractive investment characteristics, however, there remains work to be done and further improvements to be made. Improving sustainability and consequently industry economics is at the core of our investment decisions. Fish welfare is an essential and integral element of sustainable aquaculture production. As the global demand for fish and seafood products continues to grow, being able to produce in a manner that enhances fish welfare will also deliver ancillary benefits to human, environmental and climate health. Consumers today are increasingly demanding more transparent and ethically optimised production methods. Businesses that ensure high standards of fish welfare are always present in their operations and communicate this in a way that engages consumers to support these high standards will be well positioned for the future.”
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