Technology with submersible systems could reduce operating costs by 18%, thanks to better and healthier growing conditions for fish, and contribute to the creation of a new world standard. With a six-year horizon of applied research, the first technology development program of its kind in the country, seeks to develop […]
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The African Chapter of the World Aquaculture Society (WAS) that was initially planned for 2020 will take place from December 11-14 in the Egyptian port of Alexandria, following an assessment of the Covid health and safety situation in the ancient country, and approval by the Egyptian government. “WAS and AFRAQ21 […]
The Norwegian Seafood Council reported that the Norwegian aquaculture industry uses less antibiotics than any other animal farming, and in 2020, 99% of Norwegian salmon have never been treated with any form of antibiotic. The latest annual report on the use of antibiotics in Norwegian animal husbandry and food production […]
A European eco-label for aquaculture products and a one-stop-shop for licenses are key proposals put forward by the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) in its opinion on ‘Sustainable blue economy and aquaculture’, adopted at its plenary session on 1-2 December. The opinion contributes to the new communication on sustainable […]
Skretting reminded farmers about the important role of nutrition to mitigate the impact of Winter Syndrome on Mediterranean species. The experts at the Nutreco company recommends the use of Protec before the temperature drops and to maintain feeding their product continuously until the temperature returns to the optimum for the […]
Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), the national peak-body representing Australia’s commercial fishing industry, has announced the absorption of the responsibilities of the National Aquaculture Council (NAC) and the launch of the Aquaculture Advisory Committee (AAC), announced SIA CEO, Veronica Papacosta who “acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the NAC and […]
Aquaculture biotechnology company Benchmark reported “strong” full-year results until September, with revenue from continuing operations increasing 18% to almost u$ 167 million, or 24% at constant exchange rates. It recorded also a strong trading performance, with strategic progress across its three business areas. The firm reports its adjusted EBITDA (earnings […]
A New Zealand company has been recognised for being a leader in oyster farm technology, by winning the 2021 Global Aquaculture Innovation Award at the Global Seafood Alliance Awards. FlipFarm Systems, designed and developed by the owners of Marlborough Oysters, beat 39 contestants from 24 countries. The prize, which was […]
The Palazzo dei Congressi di Rimini (Palacongressi), in Italy, will host the Aquaculture Europe 2022, the conference of the European Aquaculture Society 2022 (AE2022) from September 27 to 30. The 2021 edition took place recently on the island of Madeira with more than 1400 participants from 57 countries. “Over the […]
The Sheikh Khalifa Marine Research Centre has delivered 600,000 fish fingerlings to a number of aquaculture companies in the United Arab Emirate (UAE), including Emirates National Fish Farming Company, as part of the country’s efforts to develop the sector as a means to support the nation’s food security plans. The […]