Responsibility
Ocean warming increases worries of Vibrio-related foodborne illnesses
European researchers are investigating the prevalence of Vibrio, common bacteria in many types of shellfish, and identifying high-risk zones.
Features
Aquafeeds
Research proposes full-fat black soldier fly larvae meal as a functional feed additive rather than a primary dietary ingredient for aquafeeds
Black soldier fly meal should be recognized as a functional feed additive, supporting antioxidation, immunity and gut health in farmed fish.
Fisheries
Evaluating the catch efficiency for common sole with the mandatory trawl gear used in the Kattegat Sea
Regulation outside of gear specifications is needed for this common sole fishery with no additional selective device that will increase retention.
News
Responsibility
Mowi: Scottish loch nutrients ‘virtually unaffected’ by nearly four decades of salmon farming
A review of 37 years of data finds that the nutrient status of a freshwater loch was not significantly altered by farming.
Intelligence
Is the snack market the secret to growing America’s seaweed farming industry?
Survey says ready-to-eat seaweed products added to familiar foods drives consumer appeal, and other insights for the seaweed farming sector.
Innovation & Investment
Could ‘seawool’ – a textile made from mussel waste – be part of the future of sustainable design?
Seastex upcycles mussel waste into ‘seawool’ – a recyclable, biodegradable textile offering a green alternative to synthetics.
Is fish sludge safe for bristleworms and black soldier fly larvae to eat?
Bristleworms and fly larvae can feed on fish sludge, but scientists say strict monitoring is key to keeping the food chain safe.
Ingredient digestibility evaluation with enzyme extracts of Pacific white shrimp zoea, mysis and post-larvae
Results revealed variations in protein digestibility across developmental stages of L. vannamei, underscoring the importance of stage-specific dietary formulations.
Can grass in fish feeds lead to a greener salmon aquaculture sector?
The Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research seeks to turn grass into protein-rich fish feed in an effort to reduce dependency on soy.
Study: Malaysia’s wild fish catch is stagnating while aquaculture surges
A new study finds aquaculture is driving growth in Malaysia’s aquatic food sector but that reforms are needed to ensure sustainability.
MarinTrust streamlines certification by recognizing GSSI-certified fisheries
GSSI-certified fisheries now meet MarinTrust’s key pre-check, reducing duplication and streamlining certification for marine ingredients.
Assessment of two octopus stocks with fluctuating dynamics in Yucatán, Mexico
Study concludes that average total latent productivity (TLP) is the correct sustainable harvest rate for fluctuating stocks like octopus.
Revolutionizing pondside molecular diagnostic testing for aquaculture diseases with SeekIt™
SeekIt™ enables rapid, equipment-free molecular diagnostic testing for aquaculture diseases, matching qPCR sensitivity in detecting WSSV while being easy for field use.
BRF Ingredients, Symrise awarded top performing krill replacements in F3 Challenge
Brazil's BRF Ingredients and Germany's Symrise won the F3 Krill Replacement Challenge for innovations in replacing krill in aquaculture feed.
Efficient application of health-promoting feed additive supports sustainable aquaculture en route to carbon neutrality
Sanacore®GM, a broad range health-promoting feed additive, has been shown to reduce carbon emissions in sea bream farming by 7.5 percent.
A review of bacteriophage therapy in aquaculture
Bacteriophage therapy instead of antibiotics to treat bacterial diseases in aquaculture is still in the early stages of development but has potential.
Seeking novel approaches to harmonize animal health and welfare in modern aquaculture
Aquatic Life Institute's Tessa Jane Gonzalez says incorporating animal welfare into aquaculture decision-making has strong ties to sustainability.
Canadian biotech company secures patent for in-feed treatment to combat sea lice
EVAH’s patented in-feed treatment targets sea lice with over 99 percent efficacy, aiming to cut costs and improve fish welfare.
Talking about farming fish, bright futures and even some failures at the Blue Food Innovation Summit
Talking about farming fish, bright futures and even some failures at the Blue Food Innovation Summit
Speakers at the Blue Food Innovation Summit addressed numerous issues like aquafeeds, new technologies and defining the “smallholder.”
U.K. initiative to combat rising threat of harmful algal blooms to aquaculture
New UK-wide training will help aquaculture tackle harmful algal blooms with standard reporting and early warning systems.
University of Stirling leads sustainable aquaculture project in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta
The AquaSoS project uses digital tools to boost sustainable aquaculture in Vietnam, addressing disease, climate change and pollution.
Management-practices survey targets European shrimp producers and experts
Study aims to increase awareness and knowledge about shrimp grow-out to enhance product quality, optimize efficiency and address animal welfare.
Maine court upholds permits for contested land-based kingfish farm
Kingfish Maine wins the final legal battle, as state’s high court upholds permits for land-based yellowtail aquaculture facility.
Study identifies profitable methods for Maine scallop farmers
A new UMaine study compares scallop farming methods, offering insights to help Maine growers boost yields, reduce labor and increase profits.
‘More than a meal’: Can a new education toolkit for kids help strengthen support for aquaculture?
The Farmers of the Water program empowers young consumers to appreciate farmed fish and actively engage with the aquaculture industry.
Can burying sulfide with reactive iron capture millions of tons of carbon?
Enhanced sulfide burial seen as a scalable, cost-effective pathway to mitigate the carbon footprint of fish farming and a tool for climate solutions.
Sustainable mollusk farming project aims to boost food security in Asia
New global research initiative targets more sustainable, resilient mollusk farming in Asia amid climate and food security challenges.
Características y tendencias clave de una revisión sistemática de pesquerías multi-especies
Una revisión exhaustiva de la aplicación de modelos multi-especies en la investigación pesquera, destacando sus usos geográficos y específicos de cada especie.
Interacciones microbianas con larvas de peces marinos cultivados
Revisión bibliográfica de las interacciones entre la microbiota acuática, la microbiota de alimentos vivos, la microbiota del sistema inmunitario e intestinal, y las comunidades microbianas de biopelículas en sistemas de cría.
Evaluación de la digestibilidad de ingredientes con extractos enzimáticos de zoea, mysis y postlarvas de camarón blanco del Pacífico
Los resultados revelaron variaciones en la digestibilidad de las proteínas a lo largo de las etapas de desarrollo de L. vannamei, lo que subraya la importancia de formulaciones dietéticas específicas para cada etapa.