Is US shrimp production set to scale new heights?27 Sep 2019An innovative new method of indoor shrimp production – which uses a novel method of stacking pools to increase yield – could have the potential to revolutionise the industry.
How Nigerian fish farmers are catching the sun2 Sep 2019Obtaining reliable power for changing water is a perennial problem for the fish farmers of the Niger Delta – but for some installing solar-powered pumps is proving a cost-effective solution.
The aquaculture pioneers who are embracing the renewable energy revolution28 Aug 2019Given the potential impact that climate change could have on the aquaculture sector, it’s encouraging to note that several on-farm developments are currently helping to reduce the carbon footprint of …
A sneak preview of Norway’s largest land-based salmon site23 Aug 2019Visitors to Aqua Nor were treated to virtual reality tour of Norway’s largest land-based salmon site this week.
The batteries that can save €200,000 per salmon production cycle14 Nov 2019Norwegian fish farming company Kvarøy is in line to save up to €200,000 per production cycle, thanks to the installation of a bank of specialist storage batteries in its feed barges.
Aqua Spark invest in Ace Aquatec13 Nov 2019Ace Aquatec, whose inventions include an electric stunner, 3D biomass estimation cameras and a sea lice removal system, has recently received investment from aquaculture investment fund Aqua-Spark.
Investment is key for tackling gill health issues13 Nov 2019Scottish Sea Farms is set to take delivery of a £1.9 million workboat in a bid to increase response times to gill health issues across its sites.
Broodstock looks for more digital deals13 Nov 2019Seafood investor Broodstock Capital has acquired an additional 36 percent of Maritech Systems, a leading supplier of software and digital solutions for the seafood industry.
Funding windfall for pioneering clam producer12 Nov 2019Oceano Fresco, which aims to create a hatchery for the pioneering production of at least two clam species native to western Europe, has attracted a €2.7 million investment.
AquaBounty given green light for Canadian production2 Apr 2019AquaBounty has been granted approval for the commercial production of its genetically modified AquAdvantage salmon at its Rollo Bay production facility on Prince Edward Island.
Does gene editing impact salmon growth or welfare?2 Apr 2019Salmon rendered sterile through gene editing are exhibiting encouraging behaviour and performance during the grow-out phase, according to new research results.
How to commercialise sterile finfish production28 Mar 2019Ways to commercialise the production of finfish rendered sterile by novel methods sparked a thought-provoking discussion at the end of the inaugural International Finfish Sterility Workshop, which was…
Scotland's gene genius14 Feb 2019In a two-part feature, Professor Ross Houston, one of the world’s foremost aquaculture genetics experts, explains how a combination of new techniques and new technologies has a huge potential to impro…
A sneak preview of Norway’s largest land-based salmon site23 Aug 2019Visitors to Aqua Nor were treated to virtual reality tour of Norway’s largest land-based salmon site this week.
High hopes for new closed-containment design22 Aug 2019A new closed-containment system that has been hailed by Nofima as having “considerable potential” to be economically viable has been launched in Norway this week.
The design that cuts down on downtime on live harvest vessels21 Aug 2019A new disinfection system that could dramatically reduce the amount of downtime live harvest vessels need for cleaning and disinfection is due to be trialled commercially in Norway next week.
Penning a new script18 Aug 2019A next generation net pen concept designed for producing salmon in offshore locations is set for its international launch at Aqua Nor. Marc Wilson, marketing manager at Gael Force, explains what makes…
A golden opportunity for aquaculture innovators18 Apr 2019HATCH, the world’s first aquaculture accelerator, is offering start-ups the chance to take part in a funded mentoring programme that will take them to Hawaii, Norway and Singapore.
Fish 2.0 to host free workshop for seafood entrepreneurs and investors27 Mar 2019Aquaculture entrepreneurs and researchers seeking capital for ventures and technologies supporting sustainable seafood or the marine environment are encouraged to join a Fish 2.0 workshop at the Unive…
Guaranteeing better growth rates25 Mar 2019By offering fish producers a guaranteed 5 percent improvement in growth rates and improved feed conversion ratios (FCRs) GenetiRate looks set to be one of the most talked about emerging aquaculture co…
Designing the future of fish health20 Mar 2019Prospective Research has secured $1.7 million in funding in order to develop feed-based alternatives to antibiotics and other medications in aquaculture.
