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The International Aquaculture Summit Elazığ 2026, held in Elazığ, addressed the development of the aquaculture sector, international cooperation and high-value-added production.

Organized under the leadership of the Anatolian Aquaculture Engineers Association (Ana-Süm-Der), the International Aquaculture Summit Elazığ 2026 highlighted objectives aimed at expanding Türkiye's production capacity in the aquaculture sector and strengthening its position in international markets.

As part of initiatives led by Ana-Süm-Der President Ergün Aslan, discussions focused on the role of aquaculture engineering in the sector and ways to enhance Türkiye's global competitiveness.

The summit emphasized the importance of utilizing the natural resources of the Euphrates River, Elazığ's experience in aquaculture production and its engineering expertise. The production of high-value-added products, such as black caviar, and their commercialization in international markets were also identified among the sector's objectives.

The importance of cooperation among public institutions, universities, investors and producers was highlighted as essential to the sector's development. It was also stated that contacts established during the summit were expected to lead to lasting partnerships, technology transfer and investments.

The topics discussed at the summit are intended to contribute to expanding Elazığ's aquaculture production capacity and strengthening Türkiye's competitiveness in international markets.