Intelligence
Irish oyster farmer develops AI system to detect oyster mortalities by sound
An AI system developed in Ireland uses sound to detect oyster mortalities, aiming to reduce losses faced in the oyster aquaculture industry.
Fisheries
Catch & Culture Review: How Atlantic bluefin tuna catch rates and sizes vary over space and time
This review of recent fisheries literature examines bluefin tuna catch rates, ecosystem-based fisheries management and acoustic aggregation patterns. Findings support regionally and seasonally targeted management and conservation, while showing the value of scientific catch-and-release fishing.
Innovation & Investment
Irish government injects millions into aquaculture projects
The Irish government will devote €20 million in funding for capital investments to boost its aquaculture sector in Ireland.
Responsibility
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.
Intelligence
Sneak preview of the pre-GOAL field trips in Ireland
The Global Aquaculture Alliance's annual GOAL conference, held this October in Dublin, Ireland, offers attendees a unique learning experience. This photo slide show offers a sneak peek at the pre-conference field trip sites: a trout farm in Woodenbridge and an oyster farm in Dungarvan.
Intelligence
Human enteric viruses in shellfish, part 4
Pathogenic noroviruses have been identified in shellfish from various countries in Europe. The major cause of outbreaks of acute gastroenteritis in humans, norovirus infection is transmitted three main ways, led by consumption of shellfish.
Health & Welfare
Management of seafood safety and quality systems in Irish aquaculture
Two key supports of Irish aquaculture are provided by state agencies through the development of product quality and food safety programs.