Fish on Mars? Aquaponics, Tilapia, and Feeding the Future with Dr. Benz Kotzen

Decoding Seafood

Could seafood help us survive on Mars? In this groundbreaking episode ofDecoding Seafood by MOWI, host George Duran sits down with Dr. Benz Kotzen, a leading expert in sustainable agriculture and aquaponics, to explore how we might grow fish and vegetables in outer space — and why it matters here on Earth. From tilapia-fed Martian farms to solving food insecurity in urban and rural environments, this conversation spans science fiction and real-world innovation. Tune in to learn how fish water can grow tomatoes, why tilapia skin may heal burns, and what’s next for farming in the most extreme environments imaginable.