French start-up InnovaFeed, which specializes in the production of high-quality insect meals for the aquaculture sector, has achieved Friend of the Sea (FoS) and Friend of the Earth (FoE) certifications. Written by: editorial / The fish site The biotech company, which has its processing plant in Gouzeaucourt in Northern France, is a pioneer in the production of high-quality protein from...
The Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) and CCRIF SPC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture industries in the region. Written by: Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility / Reliefweb.int The purpose of the MOU is to formalize collaboration around the Caribbean Oceans and Aquaculture Sustainability Facility (COAST) initiative, which will help to reduce the risk...
Written by: editorial / The Aurora The provincial government has struck a deal with offshore shrimp companies and onshore processors that will see more product handled in Newfoundland and Labrador. As of April 15, offshore companies landing frozen-at-sea industrial shrimp — smaller shrimp, frozen with the shell on — will give onshore processors the opportunity to buy through a new...
This free Algal Culture Extension Short-course (ACES) is the extension/outreach component of the Algae Technology Education Consortium (ATEC). Information source: Algae Technology Educational Consortium Press Release Part 1 covers Macroalgae and is designed for those in commercial marine industries seeking to learn the basic skills to grow seaweeds. Marine Agronomy offers commercial fishermen, lobstermen, finfish and shellfish farmers the opportunity...
Recently the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China announced anti-dumping investigations concerning the import of the essential amino acid and feed additive methionine from Japan, Malaysia, and Singapore. Information by: Evonik / Animal Nutrition Press Release The period under consideration for possible dumping is for the calendar year 2018. In addition, it will also be analyzed whether...
The PowerRAS concept meets the high demands towards feed for RAS in terms of feed efficiency, optimal water quality and subsequent fish growth. The concept is the result of continuous research and trial work at Aller Aqua Research in combination with field trials. Written by: Dr. Robert Tillner / Aller Aqua press release Photos credit: courtesy of Aller Aqua The...
AquaBounty Technologies, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on enhancing productivity in the aquaculture market and a majority-owned subsidiary of Intrexon Corporation announces that Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has approved the Company’s Rollo Bay production facility for the commercial manufacture and grow-out of AquAdvantage Salmon. After an extensive and thorough evaluation, ECCC approved the production of AquAdvantage Salmon at...
What we eat critically matters for planetary health. Eating sustainable seafood, including sustainably caught fish and responsibly raised aquaculture, is one thing we can do to improve ocean health and climate change. Written by: Linda Cornish, President, Seafood Nutrition Partnership From fish to plate, we’re starting to see enthusiasm and commitment for sustainability throughout the seafood supply chain. Today, more than 80%...
Saudi Arabia is set on meeting the highest of fish farming standards to unlock a sector that has great potential. Investment opportunities are already available and will continue as more than 20 new locations along the Red Sea were recently offered for aquaculture investment. Written by: Basil M.K. Al-Ghalayini / ArabNews.com Saudi Arabia has a long history in aquaculture since...
David Foxwell reflects on the potential for combining offshore windfarms with aquaculture. Written by: David Foxwell / Offshore Wind Journal Photo credit: freepik.com Iwas interested to learn that Shandong province in China is to embark on an ambitious project to test the efficacy of offshore windfarms combined with offshore aquaculture. The fishing community is often among the most concerned stakeholders...
The Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) has initiated an aquaculture improvement project in East Java, Indonesia. Written by: editorial Undercurrent News The project, scheduled for two years in the Banyuwangi regency, will focus on making improvements to aquaculture sustainability, as well as to the governance and management of local shrimp farms, a release said. “Effective management of the natural resource base...
Written by: editorial / Feedstuff.com Results show similar feed conversion in red drum fish fed 60% soybean meal feed diets as those fed traditional fish meal-based diets. The Soy Aquaculture Alliance (SAA) has released the results from one 2018 study it funded. The study with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources on using metabolites as a biological marker for...
