News
Here you will find the most relevant news from the world aquaculture industry. We make a filter to give you the information you should read and remove all the noise of irrelevant news.
Skretting presents AquaCare: safeguarding our planet’s most precious resource
Date
June 23, 2020
In certain regions, aquaculture producers face a growing challenge in terms of access to safe, clean water. As a key part of its ongoing commitment to improving the sustainability of the industry, Skretting has extended its scope beyond the supply...
Innovations in the quest for sustainable seafood
Date
June 23, 2020
According to the World Wildlife Federation1, two-thirds of the world’s fish stocks are either fished at their limit or over fished. The United Nations (UN) Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has estimated that 70 percent of the fish population is fully...
Scottish Government: new scheme to help aquaculture sector preserve stock
Date
June 23, 2020
Aquaculture businesses affected by the collapse of international markets due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic can apply to cover the costs of maintaining unsold stock through a new £1.25 million fund. Information source: Scottish government / press release The scheme,...
Most Atlantic Canadians support aquaculture: a recent poll
Date
June 22, 2020
Atlantic salmon is a healthy and natural local food, and the poll found widespread agreement that salmon farming is a reliable and sustainable source of protein Written by: SeaWestNews.com A new poll has found 81 percent of Atlantic Canadians support...
Potential Economic Value of Growth of U.S. Aquaculture to U.S. Soybean Farmers
Date
June 22, 2020
The Soy Aquaculture Alliance (SAA) works to create new opportunities for soybean farmers within the domestic market of aquaculture. SAA recently funded a study to look at different aspects of how U.S. soybean farmers could gain potential economic value associated...
Novel feeds are key to supporting future aquaculture growth: University of Tasmania
Date
June 13, 2020
The sustainable growth of the world’s fed aquaculture industry could be bolstered by increased use of novel feeds from sources other than wild-caught fish, a new international study led by University of Tasmania researchers has found. Written by: University of...
Indian start-up gets global recognition for initiatives to support aquaculture farmers
Date
June 13, 2020
Aquaconnect, a Chennai based aquaculture technology venture, has been recognized as one of the Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas 2020 for its AI-backed innovations in the field of aqua-farming. Written by: The World-Changing Ideas Award is a global award dedicated...
Recent presidential order in the United States may boost aquaculture research in North Carolina
Date
June 13, 2020
A presidential order released in early May is likely to help with aquaculture research in North Carolina, including here in Carteret County. Written by: Mike Shutak /CarolinaCoastOnline.com The order was released May 7 in the Federal Register. According to its...
Arkansas Aquaculture Industry during the outbreak: Analysis from UAPB
Date
June 13, 2020
Arkansas is home to a diverse aquaculture industry. Federal and state guidelines implemented in response to COVID-19 have impacted some sectors of the industry harder than others. The Arkansas aquaculture industry, overall, has fared well. Written by: Debbie Archer /...