We thank the following for their sponsorship and support for the 2011 Aquatic Veterinary Biosecurity Sessions & Workshop
If your organization wishes to be a sponsor or support of this Biosecurity Program, and be recognized on this website and in other promotional materials 
World Aquatic Veterinary Medical Association
Link to World Aquatic Veterinary Medical Association website
The organizer of the 2011 Aquatic Veterinary Sessions at the World Veterinary Congress, and Aquaculture Biosecurity Program. WAVMA was formed in 2006 as a global not-for-profit Professional Association to serve aquatic veterinary medicine by enhancing aquatic animal health and welfare, public health and seafood safety, in support of the veterinary profession, aquatic animal owners and industries, and other stakeholders.
International Aquatic Veterinary Biosecurity Consortium
Link to International Aquatic Veterinary Biosecurity Consortium website
As a collaborative effort between several veterinary organization, the IAVBC has and will organize and run the 2009 and 2011 International Aquaculture Biosecurity Conferences in Norway. Addittional effort for workshops and other conferences for advancing the development and implimentation of practical and standardized approaches in in preparation. Watch the website for additional information.
Aquaculture Association of Southern Africa
Link to Aquaculture Association of Southern Africa website
The objectives of the Association is to contribute towards the development of aquaculture in Southern Africa through effective representation and dissemination of information. The Association provides the following services to its members: •Effective representation of interests on provincial, national and international forums. •The organisation of a biannual Conference with international representation. •A bi-monthly newsletter service with quality content and opportunities to contribute. •The development and maintenance of a website structure and associated services. •To facilitate the flow of information between its members and associated interest groups.
American Veterinary Medical Association
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The mission of the Association is to improve animal and human health and advance the veterinary medical profession through advancing the science and art of veterinary medicine, including its relationship to public health, biological science, and agriculture. With the assistance of the Aquatic Veterinary Medicine Committee, AVMA develops outreach and education programs, and addresses important legislative and regulatory issues in support of aquatic industries, veterinary medicine and optimal aquatic animal, environmental and public health and welfare, and seafood safety.
Three Streams Trout Farm & Smokehouse
Link to Three Streams Trout Farm & Smokehouse website
Host for the on-farm Biosecurity Wet-Lab and Workshop, Three Streams Trout Farm is situated in the world renowned Franschhoek Valley, the food capital of South Africa. Visitors are offered stunning views of the mountains, beautiful winelands and the richest endemic area fynbos in the world and fed by sparkling mountain stream waters and spectacular views of mountains.
World Aquaculture Society
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Founded in 1969 the World Aquaculture Society is an international non-profit organization with over 3,000 members in about 100 countries with the primary focus to strengthen and facilitate communication and information exchange on high priority topics and emerging issues within the diverse global aquaculture community. The WAS has international chapters in the Asian Pacific region, Latin American and Caribbean region, United States, Japan and Korea is affiliated with numerous other organizations from diverse countries and regions, worldwide.
South African Veterinary Association
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The mission of the South African Veterinary Association is to serve its members and to further the status and image of the veterinarian. We are committed to upholding the highest professional and scientific standards, and to utilising the professional knowledge, skill and resources of our members, to foster close ties with the community and thus promote the health and welfare of animals and mankind.
Ziegler Bros. Aquaculture Feeds
Link to Ziegler Bros. Aquaculture Feeds website
Building Value to Life Through Inbnovative Nutrition - Zeigler strives to build its business around a strategy of innovative nutrition. Foods which provide for proper nutrition improve the quality of life for both humans and animals. It is this continuing need for improved nutrition that grants us the vision to develop products and services which provide value to the lives of others.
Western Cape Department of Agriculture
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Located in Elsenberg, the Western Cape Department of Agriculture provides a wide range of development, research and support services to the agricultural and aquaculture communities and producers in the Western Cape, including: • Animal & crop technology development & research; • Extension advice & guidance; • Training & education; • Natural resource conservation; • Engineering services; • Plant pathology, soil & water analytical services; • Veterinary disease diagnostic & animal health services.
