By: NAIA With its Cold Harvest Conference & Trade Show just weeks away, the Newfoundland and Labrador Aquaculture Industry Association (NAIA) is releasing 2025 figures that highlight the sector’s growing contribution to food security in the province. According to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the aquaculture industry generated a farmgate value of USD 453 million in 2025, representing nearly...
Only about 40% of each fish (the fillets) are usually eaten or productively used; In contrast, the remaining 60% of the fish is often relegated to inexpensive uses or discarded. The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UWSP) Northern Aquaculture Demonstration Facility, in the United States, recently signed the 100% Great Lakes Fish Pledge, becoming the third research institution to join the...
By: Norwegian Seafood Council Sashimi rules the salmon category in China, according to NSC research, offering an opening for salmon imports Ahead of World Seafood Shanghai (WSS), taking place from 26–28 August, the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC) has pinpointed sashimi as a key opportunity in China’s rapidly expanding salmon market. This is being driven by rising in-home consumption, fast delivery...
By: dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health, a global leader in sustainable animal nutrition solutions, has today announced an update to their innovative Digital SalmoFan™ software, adding a new algorithm designed to accurately measure trout fillet color for partners across the entire value chain. The Digital SalmoFan™ is a user-friendly, portable device that measures the color of salmon and trout...
By: Ventisqueros Diplomat Susanne Fries-Gaier toured the company's facilities in Puerto Montt and gained firsthand insight into part of its salmon farming operations, accompanied by representatives from Ventisqueros and the Honorary Consulate of Germany in Puerto Montt. As part of her tour of southern Chile, German Ambassador Susanne Fries-Gaier visited Ventisqueros’ facilities together with Germany’s Honorary Consul in Puerto Montt,...
By: NAIA The Newfoundland and Labrador Aquaculture Industry Association (NAIA) will host its annual Cold Harvest Conference & Trade Show this September in St. John’s, delivered in partnership with the Aquaculture Association of Canada’s (AAC) flagship national conference – Aquaculture Canada. The event, which will be held at the Jag Hotel from September 15 – 17, will bring together leaders...
By: NC Chamber Foundation North Carolina’s maritime economy extends far beyond the ports of Wilmington and Morehead City. New analysis from the NC Chamber Foundation explores how the state’s broader maritime assets including inland waterways, working waterfronts, marine industries, ferry routes, coastal infrastructure, research institutions, and mariculture all support supply chain resilience and long-term economic competitiveness across North Carolina. Released as...
By: Aker QRILL Company Aker QRILL Company is concluding its 2026 Antarctic krill fishing season this week, with vessels ceasing fishing and preparing to leave the fishing grounds. The fisheries close when the precautionary harvest limit set by CCAMLR is reached, demonstrating that the management system is working as intended. The season has continued later than in 2025, when the...
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Home (NOAA) from the United States (US) is seeking public input on where to focus while searching places to begin the process of identifying Aquaculture Opportunity Areas (AOA). They are requesting relevant information on specific issues and areas they should consider for future Aquaculture Opportunity Areas. The deadline for comments is September 14, 2026....
• The Vietnamese company, that holds both ASC and BAP certifications, is making a strategic transition from pangasius to meet evolving market demands and unlock new growth opportunities. • The partnership has already reached a significant milestone with the successful establishment of an optimally structured base population. Benchmark Genetics Norway (BGN) recently announced a long-term strategic collaboration with Nam Viet...
By: Global Shrimp Council The four-day Venice Beach activation brought The Happy Protein to life, using food, experiences and happiness to encourage consumers to discover more ways — and more occasions — to enjoy shrimp. The Global Shrimp Council (GSC) successfully concluded its first-ever consumer pop-up experience in Venice Beach, welcoming more than 4,000 guests over four days and marking...
By: Aker QRILL Company Aker QRILL Company, a producer and supplier of krill meal and krill oil—innovative ingredients with unique nutritional properties—has announced its membership in the Sustainable Shrimp Partnership (SSP), the leading alliance of producers and companies committed to the sustainable and responsible development of the shrimp industry. Aker QRILL Company’s incorporation into SSP reflects the company’s commitment to...
