Aquaculture Regulation No. 25507.

The objective of this Regulation is to ensure planned investments on fishery for a more efficient exploitation of water resources, fishery activities sustainability, environmental protection and certified fish products quality. Conditions for the setting up of fishery facilities in inland waters are detailed, including the minimum distance between two facilities, minimum water surface area requirements for dam, lakes, ponds and other inland waters, use of net cages, off-shore production, etc. Individuals and companies involved in fish production should apply to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs. Procedures and required documentation are given in details. A preliminary concession is granted to individuals and companies for a period of twelve months, allowing them to prepare their detailed project. These projects are then submitted to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs for ratification. Corresponding provisions of Environmental Impact Assessment should be observed during ratification process. Fishery Producers Certificate should be obtained by the producers from the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture when facilities are completed. This certificate is prepared for each production facility and is subject to visa every three years. Revocation procedures and circumstances are given in the regulation. Importation of eggs, fries, and breeders are subject to consent by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs. Procedures and required documents are given in details. Inspection details for the production facilities are also given in the regulation.