Responsibility
As North Carolina restores oyster reefs, a case for regenerative aquaculture grows
Restoring oyster reefs in North Carolina boosts the economy, strengthens ecosystems and showcases the value of regenerative aquaculture.
Innovation & Investment
Brazilian Fish turns to genome editing technology to boost tilapia growth and sustainability
Brazilian Fish adopts genome editing to breed faster-growing, more efficient tilapia, boosting sustainability and competitiveness.
Intelligence
NWAA sues Washington Department of Natural Resources over its net-pen ban
The Northwest Aquaculture Alliance is suing the Department of Natural Resources for its ban on commercial net pens in state waters.
Intelligence
High dietary fish intake may slow disability progression in multiple sclerosis
A study finds that consuming lean and oily fish may slow multiple sclerosis progression, but more research is needed.
Fisheries
Report ties government subsidies to overfishing, urges stronger fisheries management
OECD report warns subsidies risk fueling overfishing and illegal fishing, and urges targeted funding to strengthen fisheries management.
Responsibility
Study: Accessible Amazon fishes provide win-wins for conservation and public health
Findings suggest an opportunity to build awareness around the nutritional and conservation benefits of consuming resilient fish species.
Responsibility
Study: Mariculture can expand and minimize impact on biodiversity
A new study shows that with careful planning, mariculture can expand to feed billions while minimizing the impact on marine biodiversity.
Fisheries
Scientists in Norway explore biodegradable fishing gear to tackle plastic pollution in the ocean
Scientists in Norway are developing biodegradable fishing gear to reduce plastic pollution in the ocean and prevent harmful microplastics.
Intelligence
Why are young adults eating less seafood? Virtual reality provides some answers
Using virtual reality, a Norweigan study finds young adults prioritize taste, habits and price over sustainability when buying seafood.
Intelligence
University of Plymouth student wins prestigious award for sustainable aquaculture excellence
dsm-firmenich awards Naomi D. Smith for excellence in sustainable aquaculture, recognizing her commitment to eco-friendly seafood production.
Intelligence
Can omega-3 fatty acids from fish eggs improve recovery and aging? Scientists aim to find out.
Norwegian scientists are exploring if omega-3 fatty acids derived from fish eggs can boost recovery and healthy aging.
Fisheries
Proposed ‘Marine Prosperity Areas’ framework would link ocean conservation with economic growth
Proposed ocean conservation model protects marine ecosystems while boosting local economies, proving nature and human prosperity can coexist.
Intelligence
Can omega-3s slow down the aging process?
Study suggests omega-3s, vitamin D and strength training can slow biological aging and boost health in older adults.
Responsibility
Researchers detect microplastics in the muscle tissues of Oregon seafood
A Portland State University study finds microplastics in the muscle tissue of samples of commonly consumed seafood products from Oregon.
Intelligence
Should the standard terminology describing ‘offshore’ aquaculture be changed?
A new study contends the term “offshore” aquaculture should be resolved into two separate metrics: distance from shore and energy exposure.
Innovation & Investment
Report: Africa’s seafood sector needs investment, policy reform to sustain growth and ensure food security
Africa’s seafood sector is growing fast, but investment and policy reforms are key to ensuring food security, concludes a new report.