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Study backs biofloc benefits in shrimp production

Date February 19, 2019
Biofloc systems could allow shrimp farmers to double stocking densities without impacting growth rates, according to the results of a new study published in the journal Aquaculture.   Written by: Rob Fletcher / editor The Fish Site Increasing stocking densities tends...
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Micronesia president orders review of tuna fishing policies

Date February 18, 2019
The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), a small 600-island nation in the Pacific Ocean with a little more than 100,000 people, has ordered an official review of its tuna fishing policies and practices, the Marianas Variety reports. Written by: editorial / Undercurrent...
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Sea cucumber aquaculture for Solomon Islands

Date February 16, 2019
For the people of the Solomon Islands, the sea cucumber is just a slug-looking creature that helps to keep their bays and lagoons clean of pollutants. But in China, they are a delicacy essential for a range of traditional dishes – and...
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This mollusc tooth could be key to next-gen energy technology

Date February 16, 2019
Molluscs that scrape algae off ocean rocks using extremely hard, magnetic teeth could help lead to a huge variety of new technology, including wear-resistant coatings and nano-scale energy materials. Written by: editorial / Institution of Mechanical Engineers / IMECHE.org Photo...
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Cambodian aquaculture league launched

Date February 15, 2019
American Soybean Association (ASA) World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (WISHH) leaders joined Cambodian and U.S. government officials and partners on February 5th in Phnom Penh to launch a strategic partnership that will grow trade and development of Cambodia’s...
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Senator Murkowski Reintroduces GE Salmon Labeling Bill in the US

Date February 14, 2019
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) reintroduced the Genetically Engineered Salmon Labeling Act, continuing her years-long fight to ensure that any salmon that is genetically engineered be clearly labeled. Written by: press release / Lisa Murowski   The bill is co-sponsored by...
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