October 13, 2022

US' Northwest Aquaculture Alliance appoints Cargill commerical director to board of directors

The Northwest Aquaculture Alliance (NWAA)in the United States has announced the appointment of Sebastian Perversi, North America commercial director for Cargill Aquaculture and Nutrition, to its board of directors.

Perversi previously held the position of the strategic marketing and technology director (EMEA) for Cargill Animal Nutrition, residing in the Netherlands. He now resides in Washington state, the Untied States.

"Sebastian Perversi brings to NWAA a deep understanding of the role that feeds play in the growth of aquaculture worldwide," said Jim Parsons, NWAA president, in a press release.

Parsons added that he and the other NWAA board members look forward to working with Perversi at a time when aquaculture is undergoing rapid growth and acceptance, and the feed sector is leading the way with innovative products to make the production of aquatic foods increasingly nutritious and sustainable.

Perversi said he is looking forward to working with NWAA to build a strong community of aquaculture advocates. In times of rapid change, increased globalisation and food supply chain disruptions, aquaculture will continue to play a significant role in feeding growing populations in North America and the world, he stated.

- The Fish Site