Raising Asparagopsis seaweed and Barramundi in Van Phong Bay, Vietnam

At Australis Aquaculture, barramundi are raised in the tropical waters of Vân Phong Bay, Vietnam, using a revolutionary model of climate-smart ocean farming. By cultivating one of the world’s most sustainable fish species in low-density, open-ocean pens, Australis produces seafood that’s delicious, nutrient-rich, and low impact. Barramundi offers a mild, buttery flavor, high omega-3s, and zero traceable mercury, earning it a Monterey Bay Aquarium “Best Choice” sustainability rating, and 4 Star BAP. This is responsible seafood for a changing planet. Loved by chefs, trusted by Seatopia, and designed to make a difference.

Tropical waters and quick currents

Australis operates in a marine enclave in Vietnam’s Khánh Hòa province. Sheltered by mountainous peninsulas and coral reefs, the bay provides an ideal environment for ocean aquaculture: warm tropical waters, steady currents, and excellent biosecurity. The location’s natural depth and current flow were selected to improve cleanliness and protect local ecosystems. Here, the tropical ocean itself becomes a living, breathing part of the farming system, enabling low-input, high-integrity seafood production in harmony with nature, not as a tax on it.

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A 30 year journey from dorm room aquaponics to sustainable ocean farming

Australis is the long-term vision of Josh Goldman, a pioneer in sustainable aquaculture whose journey began with a solar-powered aquaponics experiment in his college dorm. That curiosity led to a global quest, testing over 30 species across continents, before discovering barramundi. Goldman founded Australis to bring sustainable seafood to scale and spent decades building operations from scratch, culminating in the launch of their Vân Phong Bay site. Today, a committed team of Vietnamese aquaculture experts and environmental engineers carry forward the mission, combining traditional know-how with cutting-edge techniques to farm with purpose and precision. For Seatopia, we love the innovation, but also the species: less common in the US, barramundi can be raised with relatively low inputs, which makes it a great candidate for sustainable farming.

Sustainably Fed, Ethically Farmed, Lab-Tested to Meet the Seatopia Standard

Australis feed is formulated with a balanced mix of marine and plant-based proteins optimized to minimize the use of wild-captured feeder fish while maximizing nutrition for fish and people. The result is a certified, low-impact diet that nurtures both fish and ocean, without colorants, hormones, or environmental compromise. For more specific information about each ingredient and their purpose, visit this page.

Barramundi Recipes

Parchment Paper Pan Sear with Shaved Fennel Salad

Barramundi with Light Cream and Tomato Sauce

White Wine Pan Sauce With Lemon and Capers