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Aquaculture production can address contradictory challenges such as costs and environmental footprint by using phytogenic feed additives that improve digestibility, nutrient retention, feed efficiency and reduce emissions, write By Rui Gonalves, Technical Prod…

There has been significant interest in the development of integrated multi-trophicaquaculture (IMTA) in Europe but adoption of the concept has been limited. If we are to understand why there has been limited uptake of IMTA in Europe, perhaps it is necessary to…

A new remotely operated vehicle, or ROV, has been unveiled that could help reduce costs and improve operational efficiency and yields in aquaculture. Canadian firm Deep Trekker, which manufactures the DTG2 ROV, describes it as affordable, easy to use and capab…

This report by the FAO documents successful practices of the sustainable intensification of aquaculture in the Asia-Pacific region.

As seen in other animal species, fish individuals tend to react differently to a new situation. In the case of human harvest, the boldest individuals are more likely to get caught, leaving only the fearful and cautious ones to breed. But does it mean that futu…

World spiny lobster fisheries total 70,000 metric tons, with most coming from the countries of Australia, Brazil, the Bahamas, Cuba, Nicaragua and the US. The prominent species is Panulirus argus found throughout the Caribbean, which makes up half of the total…

Jesse T. Trushenski and Jonah M. May, Center for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences, Southern Illinois University, evaluated the growth performance and fillet fatty acid composition of Hybrid Striped Bass that were fed diets containing principally ma…