About me, Harm Kampen - Aquavision Consulting


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		About me Born in Sliedrecht, Zuid Holland, I've had the incredible opportunity to travel the world, exploring diverse aquaculture environments from Holland and Nigeria to Japan and Norway, among many other locations. These experiences have enriched my understanding and expertise in the field. From a young age, I have been captivated by the underwater world. Whether it's snorkeling, sport fishing, maintaining aquariums, or enjoying seafood cuisine, I am endlessly fascinated by life beneath the surface. Recognizing the critical role fish play as a source of nutritious and delicious protein, I have dedicated my career to advancing the aquaculture industry. Fisheries play a vital global role in providing protein to many people, but they are a limiting source, with some fisheries already exploited to their maximum or beyond. To feed the world with healthy, nutritious food, aquaculture is essential. The aquaculture industry, while still relatively young, presents a vast array of challenges and opportunities. As we strive to enhance production, it is essential to balance higher output with sustainable practices. Achieving this balance is crucial for the long-term growth and success of aquaculture, ensuring that increased yields do not come at the expense of environmental health.

Professional Experience

R&D Manager at Urchinomics & Technical Support Manager at Primstar (June 2017 – May 2024):
I led technical support initiatives for aquaculture projects within Primstar B.V. and the Cornelis Vrolijk Group. Notably, I oversaw a 70-hectare black tiger shrimp farm in Nigeria and played a key role in establishing commercial urchin ranches in Japan.

Project Manager at Algae Food & Fuel (June 2014 – May 2017):
I directed research endeavors on aquaculture algae species, pharmaceutical production, wastewater treatment, and bio-refining, managing project lifecycles from conception to execution.

Farm Manager at SILT Yellowtail Kingfish (Seriola lalandi) in RAS (August 2011 – May 2014):
I managed operations at a pioneering Yellowtail Kingfish RAS farm, developing expertise in fish biology, nutrition, system hydraulics, and water quality management.

Research Intern at IMARES (October 2010 – March 2011):
I contributed to research on off-flavor physiology in rainbow trout, honing skills in modeling, experimentation, and scientific writing.

Intern at CSIRO (February 2009 – June 2009):
I focused on prawn culture optimization and algae research, fostering skills in research design and implementation.

Education:

MSc. Aquaculture and Fisheries, Wageningen University
Thesis: "Uptake and excretion rates of Geosmin in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)"

BSc. Animal Sciences, Wageningen University
Thesis: "Nitrogen flows in RAS systems"



		Let's connect If you or your organization is looking for a dedicated partner to drive growth and innovation in aquaculture, I'd love to connect and explore how we might work together. Address: Middenstraat 18, 3361 XL Sliedrecht, The Netherlands Phone: +31 (0) 6 83575124 Email: harm.kampen@gmail.com I look forward to collaborating with you to shape the future of aquaculture.

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