Aquaculture research projects receive $1.3 million to explore imaging technology and AI
Three aquaculture research projects have received a combined $1.3 million to explore imaging technology and artificial intelligence (AI).
Aquaculture researcher and shrimp-farming pioneer Alain Michel dies
Alain Michel, an aquaculture researcher who helped develop shrimp-farming industries in tropical countries, has died, according to sources.
Can technology protect salmon farms from harmful algal blooms?
Salmon farms are vulnerable to the impacts of harmful algal blooms. Scotland's aquaculture industry is embracing technology as a solution.
Maine kelp company discusses blue economy issues at World Economic Forum in Davos
Atlantic Sea Farms CEO speaks on blue foods and climate-change adaptation at World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Ocean acidification poses a greater threat to marine diatoms: study
Believed to be less susceptible to the effects of ocean acidification, marine diatoms could struggle to form silica-based shells, new research shows.
New ‘plug-and-play’ digital aquaculture system promises semi-autonomous operation
Researchers have designed a low-cost sensor system to help aquaculture producers digitalize operations without complex technical expertise.
Could floating cages revitalize an oyster farming industry decimated by the MSX parasite?
Study says floating cages could help revitalize the Cape Breton oyster farming industry destroyed by MSX parasite 20 years earlier.
Tasmanian salmon industry leaders mull their potential, sustainability of the sector
Can Australia be a leader in aquaculture practices and ocean custodianship? Producers make their case at the Tasmanian Salmon Symposium.
How productive can Nigeria’s aquaculture sector become?
A University of Stirling researcher says Nigeria – Africa’s second-largest fish producer – needs access, promotion and planning for aquaculture growth.
In the fight against seafood fraud, the technology behind trace element fingerprinting is maturing
Analysis of trace chemical elements can reveal where farmed seafood comes from. Standardization of traceability tools and techniques is improving the process.
SAMS opens the first-ever Seaweed Academy and an algae-focused lab in Scotland
The Scottish Association for Marine Science says the Seaweed Academy will advise start-ups, train workers and aid business development.
Federal Court rejects Canadian government’s plan to phase out BC salmon farms
The Federal Court has rejected the Canadian federal government's plan to phase out BC salmon farms in the Discovery Islands.
Global protein production by fisheries and aquaculture
Prof. Boyd and co-authors discuss and contrast the production of protein by fisheries and aquaculture, and various terrestrial-based animal protein sources.
NOAA launches mapping tool for marine species to prepare for climate change
NOAA Fisheries has launched a new mapping tool for marine species, which will help prepare fisheries management for climate change.
Neom plans to be the green city on the Red Sea with a blue foods focus
As befits a futuristic eco-city, there are very bold, very green plans for Neom, Saudi Arabia’s mega-territory being built alongside the Red Sea.
USAID invests in small-scale fisheries and aquaculture
U.S. development agency announces 24 new initiatives, including small-scale fisheries and aquaculture projects, during the Our Ocean Conference.