Grant to fund training for tackling harmful algal blooms
A new training program is being developed to help UK seafood producers detect and report harmful algal blooms in open coastal waters.
Effects of probiotics on ammonia degradation in vitro and in Pacific white shrimp ponds
The two probiotics studied degraded ammonia in vitro and in ponds. A magnetic field improved germination and proliferation of Bacillus spores in vitro.
Single genetic test can now identify all strains of fish virus ISKNV
Scientists developed a new genetic test for infectious spleen and kidney necrosis virus (ISKNV) that is a threat to barramundi aquaculture.
How phospholipid sources impact growth, health and gut microbiota of female Pacific white shrimp
Dietary phospholipid sources can improve the antioxidant capacity of L. vannamei broodstock females, boosting immunity against pathogenic bacteria.
Government of Canada science report says salmon farms don’t spread sea lice to wild fish
A scientific report has concluded that sea lice on farmed salmon do not impact sea lice levels on wild juvenile salmon in British Columbia.
Did illegal waste dumping cause a superbug that’s affecting Brazil’s tilapia?
Scientists in Brazil have identified a "superbug" connected to various diseases in both humans and intensive tilapia aquaculture – and it could be caused by illegal waste dumping in the water system.
Different routes of formalin-killed vaccine administration and effect on immunity and disease resistance of Nile tilapia
Efficacy of an oral vaccine in trials with tilapia shows it to be a viable, cost-effective alternative to administering vaccines by injection.
FAI launches innovative online training series on tilapia welfare
FAI Farms launches a free online training series that focuses on integrating best tilapia welfare practices in aquaculture.
Study outlines ways to improve welfare and production of five farmed fish species in Europe
The Aquaculture Advisory Council released a report on how to improve the welfare and production of sea bass, sea bream, salmon, trout and carp.
New Infectious Myonecrosis Virus variant linked with recent disease outbreaks in Pacific white shrimp in Brazil
Findings highlight the importance of proper screening of live shrimp to prevent the spread of potentially lethal shrimp diseases globally.
Scientists develop genomic selection tool to boost farmed cod production
Scientists have developed a genomic selection tool that can lift cod breeding from family to individual selection, increasing genetic gain.
Breakthrough in fish mucosal immune system research could transform aquaculture vaccines
The discovery of an immune structure in the nasal cavities of rainbow trout could improve understanding of the efficacy of aquaculture vaccines.
Population behavior of cultured Kuruma prawns
Findings suggest that light intensity, followed by density, are the most crucial factors influencing the behavior of farmed Kuruma prawns (P. japonicus).
FAI launches free Tilapia Welfare App for fish farmers
FAI Farms’ Tilapia Welfare App enhances production by integrating well-established animal welfare science into farmers’ daily routines.
Are stress hormones to blame for rising infections in Norwegian farmed salmon?
A three-year research project will investigate whether stress hormones are making farmed salmon more susceptible to bacterial disease.
The OIE should delist IHHNV as a reportable farmed shrimp pathogen
The Infectious Hypodermal and Hematopoietic Necrosis Virus (IHHNV) is established in shrimp ponds in Ecuador. Current PCR protocols are insufficient.