Feed and faeces: the challenges of RAS production 5 Oct 2019 Low feed quality and issues with faecal matter are two of the key challenges to running a successful RAS farm, according to a leading expert.
Europe's first farmed yellowtail nears commercial launch 21 Jul 2017 One of the planet’s most sought-after sashimi species could hold the key to profitable land-based aquaculture, according to the head of Kingfish Zeeland.
Danes to mill Down Under 23 Mar 2017 Biomar has announced plans to establish its first feed factory in Australia, with a yearly capacity of 110,000 tonnes, to help service a range of the countrys aquaculture sectors including salmon, trout and yellowtail ki…
New Feeding Strategy a Boost for Yellowtail Kingfish Industry 18 Apr 2016 AUSTRALIA - A new feeding strategy for yellowtail kingfish has delivered rapid results and the potential for a $2 million boost for the state's industry.
Huon to Research Yellowtail Kingfish Farming Methods in Providence Bay 5 Apr 2016 AUSTRALIA - Huon Aquaculture alongside the NSW Department of Primary Industries is planning to research farming methods for yellowtail kingfish in the inactive Pisces Aquaculture farm site in Providence Bay.
Weekly Overview: US's Biggest Fish Farm Planned for California's Coast 8 Sep 2015 ANALYSIS - San Diego may soon become home to the US's largest fish farm. The environmentally sustainable aquaculture project will produce 5,000 metric tonnes of fish a year and is the first farm of this scale to be built…
US's Biggest Fish Farm Heading for San Diego 4 Sep 2015 US - San Diego may soon become home to the US's largest fish farm. The environmentally sustainable aquaculture project will produce 5,000 metric tonnes of fish a year and is the first farm of this scale to be built in f…
Opportunities for Yellowtail Harvesting and Processing Evaluated 2 May 2013 CANADA - A Request for Proposals by the Provincial Government will evaluate an alternative approach for the harvesting, processing and marketing of yellowtail flounder. The initiative will be open to individuals or group…
Increased Yellowtail Snapper Catch Rule Extended 2 May 2013 US - NOAA Fisheries is extending a temporary rule that increased the commercial annual catch limit for yellowtail snapper from 1,142,589 pounds whole weight to 1,596,510 pounds whole weight.
Viral Haemorrhagic Septicaemia Confirmed in Japan 29 Apr 2013 JAPAN - An outbreak of Viral Haemorrhagic Septicaemia has been detected on a open salt water fish farm in Japan.
Yellowtail Snapper Catch Limit Increased in South Atlantic 8 Nov 2012 US - NOAA Fisheries is issuing a temporary rule that will increase the commercial annual catch limit from 1,142,589 pounds whole weight to 1,596,510 pounds whole weight.
Reduced Reliance on Fishmeal in Skretting Feeds for Turbot, Yellowtail 11 Oct 2012 SPAIN - Following commercial-scale trials at customer sites, Skretting Spain has introduced a turbot diet, Optiturbot, providing good performance with up to 40 per cent less fishmeal.
Blue Ocean Completes Acquisition of Kona Blue Mariculture Assets 8 Jun 2012 HAWAII, US - Blue Ocean Mariculture has announced that it has completed its acquisition of the hatchery and offshore mariculture assets of Kona Blue Water Farms. This is the final step in Blue Ocean Maricultures transi…
Minimising Losses from Yellowtail Quota Reductions 2 May 2012 US - NOAA will take several steps that may help minimise the economic loss for commercial fishermen who face cuts in Georges Bank fishery quotas, which are jointly fished and managed with Canada.
Sea Cages for Port Stephens Trial Fish Farm 5 Apr 2012 AUSTRALIA - AN experimental fish-farm could be established inside the Port Stephens marine park under a A$1.4 million NSW Department of Primary Industries plan.
Sustainable Nutrition For Aquaculture 12 Aug 2011 Sponsored GENERAL - The third module of the University of St Andrews online Postgraduate Diploma/MSccourse in Sustainable Aquaculture hosted by TheFishSite.com, examines sustainability in terms of feed production and nutrition.
Sustainable Feed: Nutritional Requirements Discussed 8 Aug 2011 Sponsored GENERAL - The third module of the University of St Andrews online Postgraduate Diploma/MSc course in Sustainable Aquaculture hosted by TheFishSite.com, examines sustainability in terms of feed production and nutrition.
Online Learning Provides Detailed Knowledge 1 Aug 2011 Sponsored GENERAL - The second module of the University of St Andrews online Postgraduate Diploma/MSc course in Sustainable Aquaculture hosted by TheFishSite.com, provides students with detailed knowledge of the biology of key aqu…
St Andrews Students Focus On Sustainability 18 Jul 2011 Sponsored GLOBAL - The University of St Andrews is soon to launch an online Postgraduate Diploma/ MSc in Sustainable Aquaculture. With the European Commission announcing reforms for the Common Fisheries Policy last week, there is …
Sharp Increase In Tuna Exports 30 Jun 2011 VIET NAM - According to Vietnamese Customs, during the first four months of 2011, exports of tuna reported 31,000 metric tons (MT), worth US$148 million up nearly 16 per cent in volume and 36.5 per cent in value on thos…
