*QNRF to launch second cycle food security to address production challenges In a major bid to ensure food security and combat epidemics, Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF), a member of Qatar Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME) will soon announce the second cycle of 'Food Security Call in four priority areas for the country. Written...
New studies replacing fishmeal and fish oil in shrimp show promising results for “fish-free” feeds. Written by: Annie Reisewitz / Press release At a time when the DIV1 virus is decimating shrimp farms in China, there is some good news that a new “fish-free” feed formulation holds promise for boosting immune health in Pacific white shrimp. In a new study,...
Antimicrobial resistance is responsible for some 700 000 deaths each year worldwide. In relation to this phenomenon, a team of researchers from IRD and CIRAD have raised the alarm regarding the development of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria in aquaculture, which is affecting fish production and human health worldwide. Their study, published in Nature Communications, established for the first time a link between...
While considerable resources are invested in seasonal forecasts and early-warning systems for food security, not enough is known about El Niño's impact on the fisheries and aquaculture sectors, even though its name was given in the 1600s by fishers off the coast of Peru. Information source: Institut de recherche pour le développement / Press release To remedy that, FAO is...
The proposed construction of the world’s first commercial rock lobster hatchery at the IMAS research laboratory in Taroona would put Tasmania at the cutting edge of aquaculture. Information source: press release / Ministry for Primary Industries, Fisheries and Water of Tasmania Shadow Minister for Primary Industries, Fisheries and Water, Shane Broad, has welcomed the submission of a Development Application for...
The FORAM Sustainable Aquaponics Research Center at Georgia Southern University's Armstrong campus is donating produce grown at their aquaponics farm to a regional food bank organization. Written by: Blakeley Bartee / The George-Anne.com Photo credit: Georgia Southern University SARC recently donated leafy greens to the Savannah-based America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia, according to a GS press release. Brigette Brinton, SARC...
Each May for the last six years, Billion Oyster Project has thrown the Billion Oyster Party! This year they have had to push the annual bash back to September 24, but who says we can't toast to Billion Oyster Project's mission and gather on Zoom for live cooking demonstrations and an epic Virtual Shucking Competition? Information source: Billion Oyster Project...
To confirm mutual interest in entering into a partnership, BioMar and Vietnam’s leading shrimp hatchery Viet-UC have signed a memorandum of understanding with the intention of BioMar becoming part owner and operational lead in the feed factory currently owned by Viet-UC. Information source: BioMar / press release BioMar Group and Viet-UC are to establish a partnership developing and producing aqua...
Recently the Wisconsin Public Radio has broadcasted and published on its website a discussion concerning the importance of Aquaponics for the world in the current times. This is the text that accompanies the sound piece on their website: "Wisconsin is home to both large and small aquaponics facilities. We learn the logistics of these operations and how they may be...
Ancient Hawaiian fishponds fell into disrepair starting with the 1778 arrival of Captain James Cook, but increased cultural and scientific interest has led to revitalization efforts. Written and photography by: Shannon Brown / Mongabay News Tucked at the base of the Ko’olau Mountains on the eastern side of the Hawaiian island of Oahu lies He’eia fishpond. Built around 800 years...
The global COVID-19 pandemic gives us all pause about what the future holds. Our focus and attention are on all those hurt by this terrible disease. But for many of us, this is also a time of deep reflection about society and the world we’ll inhabit when this scourge is over. So for me (author*), it’s also a moment to...
A recent report published by Persistence Market Research prognosticates that the global market for aquaculture feed and pharmaceuticals would be valued at US$1,068.9 mn by 2025 registering a CAGR of 7.3% over 2017-2025. Written by: neha@xploremr.com / Science Market Research The report, titled “Aquaculture Feed and Pharmaceutical Market: Global Industry Analysis 2012–2016 and Forecast 2017–2025,” portrays that the cumulative revenue generated by the market...
