Pearl oyster culture in Mexico
Pearl oyster culture is one of the more valuable aquaculture industries. Japan, Australia and French Polynesia are the main pearl-producing countries.
Freshwater pearl culture in China
China produces 95 percent of the freshwater pearls sold in the world market. Exports have increased rapidly since the first trade took place in 1970.
Akoya pearl oyster culture in Australia
Akoya pearl oysters garnered attention in Australia in the years following the decline of production in Japan due to disease and pollution.
U.S. lab provides basis for further cobia study
Recent research with cobia has generated considerable interest from both science and industry, primarily because of the rapid growth rate and flesh quality of the fish.
Survey defines RAS finfish aquaculture in United States, Canada
Recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) has moved beyond research and development to claiming a growing share of commercial finfish aquaculture production.
Greenhouse raceways: A consideration for super intensive shrimp production
Greenhouse raceways can be managed with zero to minimal water exchange, thus greatly reducing environmental impacts due to effluent discharge.
Marine fish aquaculture breakthroughs in U.S., Caribbean
A combined effort led to major breakthroughs in marine fish aquaculture in the southeastern United States and Caribbean in 2002.
U.S. lab develops experimental larval culture methods for snook
Increasing fishing pressure and loss of habitat along Florida’s coastline have led to the development of protocols for snook aquaculture and stock enhancement.
Paddy culture: Chinese mitten-handed crabs
Chinese mitten-handed crabs are a fast-growing aquaculture species in China during the last decade, with consumption dating back a millennium.
Tilapia culture in Kuwait
Tilapia culture in Kuwait was initiated by the Institute for Scientific Research to screen and select species suitable for intensive commercial production.
Tilapia culture in Honduras
There has been tremendous growth in tilapia culture in Honduras. In 2002, commercial production will reach 10,500 metric tons.
Night lighting improves tilapia production in Thailand trial
Night lighting has a growth-promoting effect on temperate fish, as they exhibit increased foraging. Lights also attract insects, an additional source of protein.
Projected cost comparison of semi-intensive, zero-exchange culture systems in Nicaragua
The Nicaragua Small Shrimp Producer Assistance Program recently established a successful demonstration site for zero-exchange culture systems.
Sea urchin aquaculture: From laboratory to production
The gonads of male and female sea urchins is considered a delicacy. A strong market value for quality uni make urchins an excellent aquaculture candidate.
Pirarucu show promise for cage culture in Amazon region
The pirarucu or Brazilian freshwater cod, an endemic fish species from the Amazon River basin, is the largest freshwater scaled fish in the world.
Shrimp farming in Italy: Status and perspectives
Shrimp farming in Italy has been largely based on the introduced species Kuruma shrimp (M. japonicus), providing an alternative source to imports.