Intelligence
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.
Health & Welfare
Water quality impacts on health and performance of fish and shrimp, Part 3: The nitrogenous compounds ammonia, nitrite and nitrate
To mitigate the risks of nitrogenous compounds in aquaculture, water quality monitoring, proper management and understanding species' needs are essential.
Health & Welfare
Water quality impacts on health and performance of fish and shrimp, Part 2: pH, carbon dioxide, alkalinity, hardness and the water buffering system
Aquafarmers should monitor and manage various water quality parameters to ensure they remain within acceptable limits for the species being cultured.
Health & Welfare
The impact of water quality on health and performance of farmed fish and shrimp, Part 1: dissolved oxygen and carbon dioxide
Adequate water quality for fish and shrimp farming is essential for controlling feeding rates, phytoplankton density and several other key parameters.
Aquafeeds
Influence of eating habits and habitats on omega-3 composition and growth in farmed fish
Dietary omega-3 fatty acid levels significantly affect EPA and DHA levels in the livers and muscles of carnivorous and omnivorous fish, but not of herbivores.
Intelligence
There’s more than one way to grow tilapia
Tilapia aquaculture has expanded significantly in the last 30 years. Production systems range from extensive, low-density and low-technology in small earthen ponds, to semi-intensive systems in larger ponds, to recirculating systems with high densities.
Intelligence
Comparing nutritional values of wild and farmed whitefish
A study assessed the nutritional value of farmed vs. wild white-fleshed fishes using hybrid striped bass, largemouth bass and bluegill. Results showed that farmed, white-fleshed fish are as nutritionally valuable – and in some cases, more so – than wild fish.
Intelligence
Networking and defending farmed fish at Seafood 1on1
At the match-making event presented by FirstSource Events pairing seafood buyers with suppliers in a low-key setting, the conversations were mainly about how to sell more seafood, driven by sustainability, convenience and positive messages about aquaculture.
Health & Welfare
Reporting of fish escapes, causes crucial step in developing better controls
Escapes of fish from farm facilities can lead to interbreeding and competition for mating opportunities with wild fish. Escapees may also transmit diseases and parasites, as well as compete for feed and space.
Intelligence
Selling farmed fish in a wild market
Effective marketing of farmed seafood faces a number of hurdles not found in other industries. Many consumers have preconceived notions that farmed fish cannot taste good and comes from an environment not conducive to producing high-quality, flavorful food.
Intelligence
Taurine: Amino acid in seafood linked to reduced cardiovascular risk
Taurine can protect against oxidative stress, neurodegenerative diseases and atherosclerosis. It can lower blood pressure and blood cholesterol values.