Effects of weather and climate on aquaculture
Prof. Boyd discusses how weather and climate events affect aquaculture and why producers should operate their facilities to protect against such events.
What threat do microplastics, a.k.a. ‘ocean hitchhikers’, pose to aquaculture?
A Trends in Microbiology paper posits that ocean microplastics could be a vector for pathogens, spreading antimicrobial-resistant genes.
A wider view: At GOAL, focus steers to fisheries, food systems and the future
During the virtual event, researchers discussed the importance of aquatic foods, which billions worldwide rely on for protein and micronutrients.
Retailer responsibility in aquaculture production, feeds recognized at GOAL
Top-to-bottom value-chain collaboration is crucial to maintaining a sustainable seafood industry, presenters on Day 2 of GAA’s GOAL conference agreed.
Physiological, biochemical responses of red alga to high temperature
This study examined physiological and biochemical responses of the red alga Kappaphycus alvarezii to elevated water temperature.
In search of social license, new land-based aquaculture ventures confront a familiar foe: NIMBY
Recirculating aquaculture systems in theory solve many environmental impact issues, yet they're not immune to NIMBY (not in my backyard).
Can nutrition-sensitive aquaculture futureproof fish farming?
Research finds that nutrition-sensitive aquaculture can benefit public health through diverse, nutrient-rich seafood, and enabling equitable access to it.
Wrestling with a ‘generational’ problem, Thai shrimp industry rates higher
When Seafood Watch awarded Thai shrimp a yellow or “good alternative” rating, it recognized a decade of improvements. Some feel it didn’t go far enough.
Renewable energy could transform offshore aquaculture, but what about …
Fish farms, especially offshore operations, could certainly benefit – and intensify production – with renewable energy, but there are hurdles to surmount.
For seaweed farmers in Zanzibar, a chance for real growth
For many Zanzibari women, seaweed farming provides opportunity, but hardships are common. A project from The Nature Conservancy lends hope.
Will krill fulfill its promise as an aquaculture feed ingredient?
Krill has been shown to augment aquafeeds but utilizing and protecting the resource demands specialized equipment and a patient, collaborative approach.
A wider view: It’s blue food’s time
There is urgency to conversations about the role of blue food in mitigating climate change, increasing momentum toward some specific goals.
Decomposition of organic matter in aquaculture systems
In his latest article, Professor Boyd discusses various aspects of the origin and decomposition of organic matter in various aquaculture systems.
Switch to steelhead has Cooke on a new path in Puget Sound
Cooke Aquaculture Pacific is awaiting approval to farm a species native to Washington at Puget Sound sites where it previously produced Atlantic salmon.
Identifying global opportunities for shellfish, seaweed aquaculture
Study identifies regions where commercial marine aquaculture may provide environmental and social benefits and potentially support ecosystem recovery.
Love thy neighbor: Ireland’s Clew Bay embraces aquaculture area management
Aquaculture producers in Ireland’s Clew Bay prove that organized clusters can mitigate biosecurity risks and can even raise their profile with consumers.