Health & Welfare
Are stress hormones to blame for rising infections in Norwegian farmed salmon?
A three-year research project will investigate whether stress hormones are making farmed salmon more susceptible to bacterial disease.
Health & Welfare
Did illegal waste dumping cause a superbug that’s affecting Brazil’s tilapia?
Scientists in Brazil have identified a "superbug" connected to various diseases in both humans and intensive tilapia aquaculture – and it could be caused by illegal waste dumping in the water system.
Health & Welfare
Aquaculture researchers begin work on first non-lethal immunology testing kit for Atlantic salmon
Researchers are developing a first-of-its-kind immunology testing kit for Atlantic salmon that could monitor all aspects of fish health.
Health & Welfare
Health test for salmon smolt may improve survival chances
Nofima scientists have developed a test that measures the immune status of salmon smolt that could increase the smolts’ chances of survival.
Health & Welfare
Molecular biology lab in Scotland will expedite PCR testing for fish farming operations
A new molecular biology lab in Scotland will help expedite test results to fish farming operations using PCR.
Aquafeeds
Mycotoxins in feed affect fish health, performance
Nutritious and cost-effective aquafeeds can be formulated using high levels of plant feedstuffs. However, this may increase the risk of exposure to mycotoxins.
Health & Welfare
Influences of dietary factors on fish health
Proper nutrition is crucial to maintain growth and health in farmed fish. A variety of dietary factors and nutritional strategies can be influential.