Wrestling with a ‘generational’ problem, Thai shrimp industry rates higher
When Seafood Watch awarded Thai shrimp a yellow or “good alternative” rating, it recognized a decade of improvements. Some feel it didn’t go far enough.
Can nutrition-sensitive aquaculture futureproof fish farming?
Research finds that nutrition-sensitive aquaculture can benefit public health through diverse, nutrient-rich seafood, and enabling equitable access to it.
Renewable energy could transform offshore aquaculture, but what about …
Fish farms, especially offshore operations, could certainly benefit – and intensify production – with renewable energy, but there are hurdles to surmount.
For seaweed farmers in Zanzibar, a chance for real growth
For many Zanzibari women, seaweed farming provides opportunity, but hardships are common. A project from The Nature Conservancy lends hope.
Will krill fulfill its promise as an aquaculture feed ingredient?
Krill has been shown to augment aquafeeds but utilizing and protecting the resource demands specialized equipment and a patient, collaborative approach.
A wider view: It’s blue food’s time
There is urgency to conversations about the role of blue food in mitigating climate change, increasing momentum toward some specific goals.
Decomposition of organic matter in aquaculture systems
In his latest article, Professor Boyd discusses various aspects of the origin and decomposition of organic matter in various aquaculture systems.
Switch to steelhead has Cooke on a new path in Puget Sound
Cooke Aquaculture Pacific is awaiting approval to farm a species native to Washington at Puget Sound sites where it previously produced Atlantic salmon.
Identifying global opportunities for shellfish, seaweed aquaculture
Study identifies regions where commercial marine aquaculture may provide environmental and social benefits and potentially support ecosystem recovery.
Love thy neighbor: Ireland’s Clew Bay embraces aquaculture area management
Aquaculture producers in Ireland’s Clew Bay prove that organized clusters can mitigate biosecurity risks and can even raise their profile with consumers.
Sea purslane research at Mote Aquaculture Research Park
The Mote Aquaculture Research Park in Florida is developing a pilot-scale recirculating aquaponic system for the useful halophyte plant sea purslane.
Raise the flag: South African veterinarian develops three-tiered tilapia-health system
South African veterinarian Gillian Taylor has developed a three-flag system to improve health management and biosecurity for the country’s tilapia farmers.
A wider view: Consensus on seafood’s planetary and human health benefits
Several recent reports echo the message that eating sustainable seafood can help save the planet while making significant gains in public health.
Composting of seafood processing sludge
Study evaluates if controlling maturation stage during seafood sludge composting through turning improves the process in comparison to static composting.
Can shellfish growers cash in with nutrient trading?
In Maryland and Virginia, developers can buy credits from oyster farmers to offset their assumed environmental impacts. Can "nutrient trading" work?
Waste in aquaculture, Part 2
Part 2 of this article reviews proper waste production from feed, chemicals and pathogens in an effort support improved and sustainable aquaculture production.