Evening reception on Sugar Loaf Mountain. Take the cablecar up to one of the world's most famous landmarks where we will have hors d'oeuvres, drinks and entertainment from Brazil.

The ISTA V Plenary Session will focus on the role of tilapia in sustainable and ecologically efficient aquaculture. Technical sessions will feature presentations on Farming Systems, Genetics and Sex Control, Small-scale Production and Management, North American and European Markets, and Recirculation Systems. The Trade Show opens Monday at noon, and remains open through Wednesday

Sessions will feature presentations on Streptococcus and other health issues,

Production in Arid Regions, and Tilapia in Rural Development. A President's Banquet will be held in the evening featuring Tilapia, caipirinha, and other Brazilian specialties.

Sessions will feature presentations on Extensive Production Systems, Nutrition, Cage Culture, and Fee Fishing using Tilapia.

Tour to Tilapia Farm. A full day trip to aquaculture facilities including a tilapia farm and a tilapia fee-fishing operation. The tour costs will be included in the registration cost of the conference.