A different route into aquatic-food production An entrepreneur interested in aquaculture does not necessarily need to own a farm. Farms depend on equipment, feed logistics, technical support and dependable operating information. A specialist business can serve those needs while avoiding some of the biological exposure carried by the producer. Across BRICS markets, this creates a practical opportunity for local distributors, maintenance providers and service coordinators. The proposition must nevertheless be precise: supporting a farm is not the same as guaranteeing its harvest. FAO's fisheries and aquaculture flagship recognizes the importance of responsible management, science and resilient value chains. This article develops an independent commercial approach to farm support, with illustrative calculations rather than production or market forecasts. Distinguish equipment…