Is a Japanese volcano offering us a sneak preview of ocean acidification?
Shikinejima is a scenic getaway for tourists but the seas surrounding its volcano offer a glimpse of how the ocean could behave in the future.
The need for ex-situ macroalgal germplasm banking for conservation, industry and food security
Author discusses ex-situ macroalgae germplasm seed banking for the preservation of heirloom strains, biodiversity and ecosystems.
Fortifying shellfish with novel microencapsulated feeds could help address human nutrient deficiencies
Evaluating a novel microencapsulated feed supplied during the depuration stage to fortify oysters with micronutrients beneficial to human health.
The Nature Conservancy defines restorative aquaculture in new study
The Nature Conservancy's latest study sets out a standard definition of and global principles for restorative aquaculture.
Eat the whole fish: A discussion of culture, economics and food waste solutions
The Big Fish Series explored the logistical and cultural challenges in front of greater whole-fish consumption and how much seafood is being wasted.
Biotechnology advances aquaculture and preserves species diversity
Biotechnology, as used in AquaBounty Atlantic salmon, can protect species diversity and improve the productivity of aquaculture.
Research explores how international policy can best impact cephalopods
A new study identified how international policy can increase the sustainability of the global cephalopod food system.
Diversifying aquaculture production ‘critical’ to tackle global food security and biodiversity risks, warns Planet Tracker
New research reveals aquaculture industry will fail to meet consumer demands by 2050 and presents food security and biodiversity risks.
Potential for transforming marine aquaculture from the bottom up for a sustainable future
A focus on microalgae in marine aquaculture could help meet global nutritional needs and improve environmental sustainability and ocean health.
Consumer expectations and perceptions of farmed rainbow trout fed yellow mealworm meal diets
Alternative proteins like insect meals are not yet fully accepted, so this study sought to understand consumer preferences for a popular fish raised on insect-based feeds.
Climate change intensifies inequalities in the availability of seafood nutrients
Researchers argue for nutrition- and climate-sensitive fisheries management with food-based trade policies to prevent a decline in seafood nutrients.
Ace Aquatec and Tiny Fish team up to advance Scotland’s salmon circular economy
Ace Aquatec and Tiny Fish aim to expand premium food markets for small Scottish salmon, enhancing the circular economy.
Off the Knife with Barton Seaver
In the second Off the Knife interview with chefs and foodservice professionals, Barton Seaver tells the Advocate that while restaurant employees shouldn’t have to recite sustainability science at tables, they can personalize their knowledge and effectively communicate the method behind the menu.
Bloggin’ up to Boston: Quick hits from Seafood Expo North America
News and notes from Seafood Expo North America in Boston, Mass., USA, 19-21 March, 2017. Posts by James Wright, Editorial Manager of the Global Aquaculture Alliance.
FAO fish indices enhance global seafood price evaluations
The aquaculture industry influences global seafood prices by increasing international trade competition. The fish price indices published by the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations report the aggregate effects of seafood supply and demand.
Non-native fish species present farming opportunities, challenges in Bangladesh
Fish supply is a food security priority in Bangladesh. There is potential for the culture of non-native fish species to meet its growing population's needs.
Seafood in Korea
Korea has always had a love for seafood. Aquaculture is now playing an increasing role in supplying that seafood. High consumption of fish has been associated with a lower risk of metabolic syndrome in men, but not women.
SeaWeb Seafood Summit: Defining the future of aquafeed
At the Barcelona Seafood Summit, an expert panel discussed a sustainable future for aquafeeds. What stands between us and that future?