Health & Welfare
Scottish salmon farmers back inquiry into wild salmon decline
Scottish salmon farmers back calls for an inquiry into wild salmon decline, as falling catches and conservation concerns draw scrutiny.
Intelligence
Catch & Culture Review: Bioenergetic aquaculture models for food systems analysis
This review of recent aquaculture literature looks at bioenergetic models for food systems, feed formulations and applications for environmental DNA.
Aquafeeds
Catch & Culture Review: Adapting gut microbiota for microbial resilience in hypersaline shrimp farming
This review of recent aquaculture literature examines the importance of a shrimp’s gut microbiota, fermentation technology in aquafeeds and more.
Fisheries
Catch & Culture Review: How microplastics impact the early life stages of fish and the ecosystem
This review of fisheries research explores the impacts of microplastics on marine species and ecosystems as well as strategies to mitigate pollution.
Responsibility
Ongoing shifts from fishmeal and fish oil in aquafeeds require careful attention to habitat impact trade-offs
As the aquaculture industry expands, a standardized approach to assess the impact of aquafeeds on biodiversity can inform decision-making.
Health & Welfare
Warmer water temperatures boost farmed salmon growth in seawater but raise health concerns: Nofima study
Nofima study finds farmed salmon raised in warmer freshwater grew faster and thrived in seawater, but higher temperatures may impact health.
Fisheries
In Canada, the smolt wheel is proving to be a well-rounded solution for salmon migration and conservation
Smolt wheels are helping scientists in Canada track salmon migration, assess river health and guide long-term conservation strategies.
Aquafeeds
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.
Intelligence
Despite strong headwinds, Scottish salmon sector optimistic for growth
With major obstacles to growing production and maintaining market share, the Scottish salmon industry keeps an eye on the horizon.
Health & Welfare
Fish health research team puts mucosal mapping technology to the test
How well does mucosal mapping technology measure and evaluate mucosal epithelia in the skin, gills and gastrointestinal tract of 15 fish species?
Health & Welfare
Study shows mycelium boosts disease resistance in Atlantic salmon
MycoFence® β-glucan boosts disease resistance in Atlantic salmon better than yeast-based options, offering benefits for aquaculture.
Health & Welfare
Study reveals how salmon adapt to low hydrogen sulfide in RAS
Study shows salmon can adapt to low hydrogen sulfide in recirculating aquaculture systems, improving fish health and aquaculture practices.
Health & Welfare
What can coho salmon teach us about sea lice resistance in Atlantic salmon?
Studying coho salmon’s sea lice resistance could lead to genetic advances to better protect Atlantic salmon, Nofima scientists say.
Fisheries
Environmental DNA can help understand the distribution, abundance and Health of Atlantic and Pacific salmon species
Through development and refinement, eDNA approaches will become increasingly available to managers of Atlantic and Pacific salmon fisheries.
Aquafeeds
Fillet quality and sensory characteristics of Atlantic salmon fed black soldier fly larvae meal
Study shows diets with black soldier fly larvae meal did not affect general fillet parameters compared to salmon fed a commercial diet.
Health & Welfare
Have researchers figured out how to slow down the aging process in Atlantic salmon?
Spermidine, a compound found in vegetables, cereals and soybean products, may help salmon break down fatty acids and maintain optimal immune function.