Fisheries
Good fences make good fisheries: Alaska flatfish fleet mitigates orca bycatch via innovation
The “orca fence,” designed to mitigate accidental catch of killer whales, is showing positive results after only a couple years of use.
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Fisheries
Would shifting to more terrestrial protein production accelerate biodiversity loss? Recent study says yes
Authors argue that expanding land-based protein production could amplify biodiversity loss, whereas well-managed fisheries can operate within existing ecosystem structures.
Fisheries
Catch & Culture Review: Advancing climate-ready fishery management through near-term interventions
A pragmatic pathway for climate adaptation in fisheries prioritizes feasible, low-risk actions to build adaptive capacity, rather than waiting for perfect data.
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FAU study will test commercial viability of queen conch aquaculture
A 12-month FAU study in The Bahamas will assess market potential, farm design and environmental benefits of scalable queen conch aquaculture.
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Rabobank: Global shrimp industry faces tariffs, large inventories and a wildcard performer
Tariff twists, Ecuador’s growth and lingering U.S. inventories are redefining the global shrimp market after an unexpectedly strong 2025.
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Are ocean warming and heavy fishing shrinking meals for fish in UK waters?
A recent study finds fish across Britain’s seas face ever-smaller meals as warming waters and intensive fishing squeeze ocean food webs.
Study tests three natural minerals as feed additives to improve health and growth of Pacific white shrimp
Researchers looked bentonite, zeolite and illite as shrimp feed additives and found the illite-supplemented diet exhibited significantly better results.
Industry-academia partnership to develop algae-based supplies of omega-3 fatty acids
Edinburgh Napier University and AlgiSys join forces to develop and scale up algae-based omega-3s as sustainable feed alternatives.
Effects of partial replacement of fishmeal with BSFL meal in gilthead sea bream feed on the quality characteristics and sensory properties of raw and cooked fillets
Partially defatted black soldier fly meal in aquafeeds could affect the sensory properties of raw fillets without altering the nutritional composition.
Canada’s five-year plan aims to reduce whale entanglements in commercial fisheries
Canada unveils a five-year whalesafe fishing gear strategy aimed at reducing whale entanglements while supporting sustainable fisheries.
Warming and crowding starved Bering Sea snow crabs, hindering recovery amid climate change
A new measure of energetic conditions can serve as an efficient, early-detection system to track snow crab energetic limitations and mortality risk.
MSC: United States is a global fisheries management leader
Ninety percent of U.S. fisheries by volume meet rigorous requirements for environmentally sustainable fishing practices, according to MSC.
How Real-Time Monitoring Transforms Feed Efficiency in Precision Aquaculture
Precision aquaculture, powered by real-time monitoring systems, is revolutionizing how fish farmers approach feed management.
CSIRO to host 2026 international aquaculture nutrition conference in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has been awarded the right to host the next International Symposium on Fish Nutrition and Feeding (ISFNF XXII) in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia in May 2026.
AI Advancements in Aquaculture: New Software Tools Meet Data Management Challenges
Sightline Systems' new AQUA Sightline 2.0 is latest wave of artificial intelligence applications designed specifically for aquaculture.
Catch & Culture Review: Are genetic correlations to spawning traits of Pacific white shrimp actionable?
Can genetics help solve a limiting factor for China’s shrimp sector? We look at a study examining the high rates of non-spawning females in hatcheries.
Project targets fish welfare to protect Amazonian livelihoods and rainforest conservation
Researchers will aim to improve fish welfare in the ornamental trade while supporting Amazonian communities and rainforest conservation.
Leading Vietnamese shrimp producer commits to humane slaughter
Vietnamese shrimp producer Trang Corporation adopts humane stunning at harvest after joining a program focused on animal welfare.
How technology is improving seafood quality and consumer satisfaction
Freshness monitoring, seafood traceability and animal welfare and sorting are all benefiting from advancements in technology like AI.
Using genomic models to evaluate meat yield of Pacific white shrimp
Keep auxiliary trait records in breeding populations as a framework to improve P. vannamei culture with multi-trait genomic prediction models.
Can the 3D-printed Reef of Hope turn the tide on oyster reef restoration?
Award-winning Reef of Hope uses 3D-printed biodegradable design to advance oyster reef restoration and revive marine ecosystems.
Fish-rich Mediterranean diet associated with lower risk of all stroke types in women
A long-term study finds women who follow a Mediterranean diet rich in fish and plant foods have a lower risk of all types of stroke.
Could triploid kelp cultivars expand seaweed farming in the face of climate change?
Seaweed farming research reveals triploid breeding that creates heat-tolerant, fast-growing kelp, boosting yields and cutting ecological risk.
Why are Europeans consuming less fish while paying more for it?
Fish consumption is down in Europe, as higher prices, changing habits and competition from cheaper proteins reshape demand.
Study: Oysters play unexpected role in protecting blue crabs from disease
By filtering parasites from the water, oysters can lower disease risk for juvenile blue crabs, adding to the ecological benefits of oyster reefs.
Microplastics in fish found in one-third of samples from remote Pacific islands
Microplastics in fish are widespread across Pacific island waters, raising risks for ecosystems and food security in remote regions.
Ocean temperatures hit record highs in 2025, underscoring need for climate action
Ocean temperatures hit record highs in 2025, signaling accelerating climate change and its growing influence on weather worldwide.
Reseña de Captura y Cultivo: ¿Son aplicables las correlaciones genéticas con los rasgos reproductivos del camarón blanco del Pacífico?
¿Puede la genética ayudar a resolver un factor limitante para el sector camaronero de China? Analizamos un estudio que examina las altas tasas de hembras que no desovan en los criaderos.
Cómo la tecnología está mejorando la calidad de los productos del mar y la satisfacción del consumidor
El control de la frescura, la rastreabilidad de los productos del mar, el bienestar animal y la clasificación se están beneficiando de los avances tecnológicos, como la inteligencia artificial.
Reseña de Captura y Cultivo: ¿Se transmite la enfermedad AHPND del camarón por un patógeno transportado por el aire?
Esta reseña de investigaciones sobre acuacultura explora el tema de (y otros) si el patógeno que causa la enfermedad AHPND puede transmitirse por vía aérea, lo que representa un riesgo significativo para la bioseguridad.
