About the Ghana Project
The Blue Njord Aquaculture Project in Ghana represents a scalable, land-based farming model focused on sustainable fish production. Established in 2018, the project operates in one of Africa’s fastest-growing protein markets, addressing the rising demand for high-quality, responsibly farmed fish.
Strategically located in Ghana, the project benefits from strong domestic consumption, export potential, and access to advanced aquaculture technologies that ensure efficiency, biosecurity, and long-term sustainability.
- Established in 2018
- Fastest-growing protein sector
- Strategic location in Ghana
Farm Layout & Infrastructure
Explains purpose-built, land-based design, biosecurity, water flow, sustainability.
Hatchery Ponds
Dedicated hatchery ponds support controlled breeding, nursery operations, and early-stage development. This infrastructure ensures consistent seed quality, improved genetic performance, and higher stocking success.
Production Ponds
The farm operates dedicated Tilapia production ponds designed for controlled growth, optimized feeding efficiency, and high survival rates. Pond sizing and layout are engineered to support efficient water circulation, aeration, and biosecure operations.
Effluent Treatment & Water Management
Integrated effluent treatment systems and water management canals minimize discharge and environmental impact. Water reuse is maximized, with harvesting and restocking cycles carefully synchronized for operational efficiency.
Supporting Infrastructure
The farm includes canals, access roads, service zones, and expansion-ready areas that support logistics, maintenance, and future growth while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Aquaculture Services Offered
Blue Njord offers end-to-end aquaculture solutions built on global best practices, advanced farming technologies, and proven operational experience. Our services are designed to support scalable, sustainable, and commercially viable aquaculture projects across different species and production systems.
Complete design, development, and execution of land-based aquaculture farms, covering infrastructure, production systems, and operational setup.
Technical and strategic consulting for aquaculture projects, including feasibility studies, farm planning, production optimization, and risk management.
Advisory support for achieving Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certification, ensuring compliance with global social and environmental standards.
Expertise in cultivating multiple species within integrated systems, enabling diversification, resilience, and improved economic returns.
SPECIES WE FARM
Our farming systems are designed to support a range of commercially important aquatic species, allowing flexibility in production and market responsiveness.
Tilapia
Black Tiger Shrimp
Seabass
Carp
Catfish
ASC Certification Significance
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certification represents one of the most rigorous global standards in responsible aquaculture. It evaluates farms across environmental protection, social responsibility, animal welfare, and operational transparency.
Blue Njord’s aquaculture project in Ghana has achieved a landmark milestone by becoming the first land-based Tilapia farm in the entire African continent to receive ASC certification. This achievement reflects a deep commitment to responsible farming practices that go far beyond regulatory compliance.
Biofloc Technology – Core Strength
Biofloc technology represents a next-generation aquaculture production system focused on efficiency, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. After more than three years of research, development, and pilot-scale testing, Blue Njord has successfully implemented biofloc as a commercially viable production model within its Ghana operations.
This advanced system allows for high-density fish production with minimal water exchange by leveraging beneficial microbial communities that naturally recycle nutrients within the system. As a result, biofloc significantly reduces water consumption, improves feed efficiency, and lowers the overall environmental footprint of aquaculture farming.
Biofloc System Highlights
Proven Through R&D
The biofloc system was developed and refined over three years of research, pilot projects, and operational trials, ensuring reliability and commercial readiness.
High-Density Production
Large circular tanks of 16 meters diameter are capable of producing up to 6 tons per cycle, with three production cycles annually, delivering output comparable to large pond systems.
Low Water Consumption
Biofloc minimizes water exchange by recycling nutrients within the system, drastically reducing freshwater use while maintaining optimal water quality.
Reduced Carbon Footprint
Designed for integration with solar energy, the biofloc system supports low-emission production, reinforcing Blue Njord’s commitment to climate-responsible aquaculture.
Sustainability & Green Practices
ASC-Certified Aquaculture
The first land-based Tilapia farm in the African continent to achieve Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certification, meeting stringent global social and environmental standards.
Zero Antibiotics
Fish are grown without the use of antibiotics, ensuring healthier production, improved biosecurity, and safer food for consumers.
Zero Hormone Usage
No hormones are used at any stage of production, maintaining natural growth cycles and product integrity.
Probiotics-Based Farming
A next-generation farming approach that uses probiotics to reduce organic load, improve water quality, and enhance fish health, a practice adopted by very few farms globally.
Water Reuse & Efficiency
Water is reused to the maximum extent possible through controlled pond systems and synchronized harvesting and stocking, reducing overall freshwater consumption.
Low Carbon Footprint
Land-based pond systems, efficient feed conversion ratios, and planned renewable energy integration contribute to one of the lowest CO₂ footprints in aquaculture.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Blue Njord’s aquaculture project in Ghana is deeply rooted in community development and social responsibility. From the outset, the project has been designed to create long-term social impact by improving livelihoods, promoting inclusive employment, and supporting infrastructure development in surrounding rural areas.
CSR is not treated as a parallel activity but as an integral part of farm operations, ensuring that economic growth is aligned with social progress and environmental responsibility.
CSR activities
40+ full-time jobs created in a remote rural location.
Approximately 50% of the workforce consists of women from surrounding villages.
Electricity access enabled for a local village for the first time.
Construction of connecting roads linking villages to main transport routes.
Training programs for villagers, schools, colleges, and university students on responsible aquaculture.
Active participation in local sports, social events, and cultural activities.
Community Impact Stories
Beyond aquaculture production, Blue Njord’s presence in Ghana has created meaningful and lasting impact within surrounding rural communities. These stories reflect how responsible business practices can improve livelihoods, infrastructure, and opportunities for future generations.
Presenting our farm in Global platforms
Production Capacity & Roadmap
Blue Njord’s production roadmap in Ghana is built on a phased, technology-driven expansion strategy that prioritizes sustainability, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability. By combining pond-based aquaculture with advanced biofloc systems, the project is positioned to significantly increase output while maintaining strict environmental and certification standards.
Each phase of growth reflects successful operational milestones, technological validation, and increasing integration of renewable energy solutions, reinforcing Blue Njord’s vision of responsible and future-ready aquaculture.
Production TimeLine
2018 – 2019 | Project Foundation & Initial Production
Construction of the aquaculture farm commenced in 2018, followed by the start of commercial operations. In April 2019, the integrated supply chain was launched, enabling controlled production and distribution of Tilapia and Black Tiger Shrimp.
2020 | Biofloc R&D and Pilot Phase
A dedicated research and development phase was initiated to test and validate biofloc technology through pilot-scale projects. This phase focused on system optimization, stocking density, feed efficiency, and operational stability.
2023 | Certification & Technology Validation
The project achieved a major milestone by becoming the first land-based Tilapia farm in Africa to receive ASC certification. During this period, the first set of commercial biofloc tanks was installed, and preparations began for shrimp hatchery operations.
2025 | 600+ Tons ASC-Certified Production
By 2025, total production is projected to exceed 600 tons of ASC-certified Tilapia, combining output from traditional ponds and biofloc systems. This phase marks the transition to large-scale, certified commercial production.
2026 | 1,000+ Tons with Biofloc & Solar Integration
Production is expected to exceed 1,000 tons through expanded biofloc deployment and the integration of solar energy systems. This phase significantly reduces carbon emissions while improving production efficiency.
2027 | 1,500+ Tons & Regional Leadership
By 2027, production is projected to surpass 1,500 tons, positioning Blue Njord as the largest land-based aquaculture producer and exporter in West Africa. Expansion will include multi-species integration and further infrastructure scaling.