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Which fishing and aquaculture industries operate in the Top End region?
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In the Top End region of the Northern Territory, the fishing and aquaculture sectors are important components of the local economy. The following industries are active in the region:
- Commercial Fishing: Shrimp trawling is a key activity conducted in the Timor and Arafura seas.1
- Aquaculture: The region has an expanding aquaculture industry, with a particular focus on the production of barramundi, prawns, and pearl oysters.1
- Crocodile Farming: Introduced in the 1970s, crocodile farming is a growing industry in the Darwin area, producing both meat and hides.1