On October 30, Kanazawa University awarded the title of "Kanazawa University Certified Venture" to Noto Aqua Farm, a company aiming to develop a new fisheries industry by utilizing deep ocean water from Noto and engaging in the production and farming of whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei). With this certification, the number of Kanazawa University Certified Ventures has reached eight.
The company is a start-up company established on February 20, 2025, and Professor Nobuo Suzuki from the Institute of Nature and Environmental Technology, Kanazawa University serves as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The company aims to establish land-based aquaculture technology through sustainable shrimp seedling production based on the results of its research and development of cultivation technology using deep sea water.
At the award ceremony, President Takashi Wada handed a certificate to the company's CEO, Kaori Taira, and a commemorative plaque to CTO Suzuki, who expressed his expectations for the company's future development and contribution to the reconstruction of the region.
* For more information, please visit the website of Noto Aqua Farm here.
< What is the Kanazawa University Certified Venture? >
This system is designed to promote the social implementation of research outcomes from Kanazawa University. The title of "Kanazawa University Certified Venture" is awarded to corporations that have launched businesses based on these research achievements (including those preparing to start up as ventures). Through this certification, the university aims to support the creation of new businesses and innovations, advance its research activities, and provide smooth and effective business support.
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Commemorative plaque handed to CTO Suzuki by President Wada -
(from left to right) President Wada, CEO Taira, CTO Suzuki, Trustee Nakamura
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