The AlFunFeed project was presented during the Festa del Mare, held in Ancona from 4 to 6 September 2026. Professor Ike Olivotto and Professor Giorgia Gioacchini introduced the project’s activities and objectives, highlighting its contribution to the development of more sustainable and innovative solutions for aquaculture.
The AlFunFeed stand attracted a large number of visitors, including families, students, researchers, professionals and citizens interested in discovering how scientific research can support the future of sustainable food production. Many international tourists also visited the stand, as the event took place while the summer holiday season was still underway, giving the project excellent visibility among both Italian and foreign audiences.
Visitors showed great enthusiasm and actively engaged with the researchers, asking questions and discussing the environmental challenges facing modern aquaculture. The event represented an important opportunity to bring science closer to the public and raise awareness of the role that innovative aquafeeds can play in promoting more sustainable, circular and responsible aquaculture.
