How RNAi-based therapies combat viral shrimp diseases
By precisely targeting viral pathogens, RNAi has the potential to provide an environmentally friendly solution to combatting viral shrimp diseases.
Effects of single-cell protein sources on Pacific white shrimp growth, health
Two dietary single-cell protein sources promoted growth, immunity and digestion and improved intestinal microbiota stability in L. vannamei shrimp.
Novel biomaterial may help combat antimicrobial resistance in fish
A novel biomaterial that delivers medication directly to the fish gut helps combat antimicrobial resistance and avoids drug waste in water.
Effect of dietary piperine supplementation on production and health of Pacific white shrimp postlarvae
Piperine at doses of 0.1–0.4 percent can be a valuable feed additive to improve the growth, feed utilization, immunity, digestibility and disease resistance of L. vannamei.
Can grape extract improve growth performance in Pacific white shrimp postlarvae?
For the best growth and highest level of in vivo antioxidant activity, the optimal level of the grape extract Nor-grape 80 is 250–500 ppm.
ViAqua Therapeutics secures funding for RNA-based aquaculture disease management
A funding round of $8.25 million enables ViAqua to scale RNA-based solutions for aquaculture disease and invest in R&D for future products.
Farmed shrimp welfare website and training course launched
FAI Farms' website and training course is a resource hub with insights and practical solutions for optimizing shrimp welfare in aquaculture.
Novel alternatives like bacteriocins take the lead as future antibiotics replacements for aquaculture
Machine learning technology and novel alternatives like bacteriocins are unlocking a new era of tackling disease and antibiotic use in aquaculture.
Effect of a microencapsulated probiotic on the intestinal microbiome of Pacific white shrimp
A microencapsulated probiotic supported beneficial strains of Bacillus and reduced harmful Vibrios, showing the potential to modulate shrimp gut microbiota.
Effect of HUFA-enriched artemia on the performance of Pacific white shrimp postlarvae
Feeding HUFA-enriched artemia to L. vannamei for 12 days significantly increases highly unsaturated fatty acid content in the shrimp postlarvae.
Greek aquaculture company installs humane fish stunner for sea bass, sea bream and pagrus
Installation of humane fish stunner from Ace Aquatec yields ‘transformative’ results for the Mediterranean aquaculture company, Philosofish.
Is Chile’s salmon industry turning the corner on antimicrobials?
According to SERNAPESCA, antimicrobial usage in Chile in 2022 was down more than one-quarter from 2021 and the lowest in 16 years.
Genics Shrimp Multipath Technology exceeds global standards for WSSV detection
Early detection of major shrimp pathogens – through novel technologies like Genics Shrimp Multipath – is key for WSSV control and prevention.
Trailer-mounted fish stunner ‘transforms’ operations for Australian Murray Cod producer
Aquna Sustainable Murray Cod report a "vast improvement" in welfare and efficiency since installing a trailer-mounted in-water fish stunner.
Effect of dietary additives supplemented in inert microdiets for Pacific white shrimp
Dietary, health-promoting additives may address some larviculture issues and support the downstream production of high-quality L. vannamei.
Examining the horizontal transmission of WSSV in Pacific white shrimp
A model for waterborne transmission of WSSV in shrimp explains virus dynamics, interactions during outbreaks and the spread of White Spot Disease.