Aquafeeds
Consumers skeptical of insect and algae in salmon feed, study finds
Nofima research reveals consumer reservations about insect and algae-based salmon feed, emphasizing the need for greater awareness.
Innovation & Investment
Aquaculture Innovation Award Finalist: Seaqure labs’ aquafeed ingredient made from fungi and food waste
Sweden-based startup Seaqure labs is addressing global protein needs by exploiting the benefits of a mycoprotein powder made from fungi.
Aquafeeds
Study: Aquaculture ‘making clear headway’ for alternative feed ingredients but scalability remains a challenge
A new IFFO review provides "sobering assessments" in the search for new protein sources for the aquaculture feed sector.
Aquafeeds
The applications, benefits and challenges of using chitinase in aquafeeds
This review discusses how chitinase can improve feed digestibility, disease control and sustainability in aquaculture.
Aquafeeds
China approves the use of Calysta’s alternative protein in aquaculture feeds
Calysta has been approved by China’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs to use its FeedKind® protein in fish and shrimp feeds.
Aquafeeds
Could fish sludge help address the ‘feed squeeze?’
SINTEF researchers are exploring if salmon sludge could be used to rear bristle worms – a potential alternative fish feed ingredient.
Aquafeeds
Projects look to improve carbon footprint and biodiversity impact of aquafeeds
The Sustainable Fisheries Partnership aims to better understand, measure and reduce the environmental and carbon footprint of aquafeeds.
Aquafeeds
MiAlgae launches novel nutrient-rich powder for use in aquaculture feed
NaturAlgae, a dry powder with a high concentration of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA and other oils, can be added to aquaculture feed.
Aquafeeds
Can a diet that includes Antarctic krill improve sea bream larvae survival?
A new study suggests that sea bream larvae fed on a diet including Antarctic krill show increased survival rates and enhanced growth.
Aquafeeds
Potential marine resources to sustainably meet aquafeed ingredient demands
Transitioning of aquafeeds from linear to circular models involves the potential valorization of a wide range of marine resources.
Aquafeeds
Hemp seeds trialed as a feed ingredient for Scottish salmon
Rare Earth Global is exploring how hemp seeds could be integrated into the diets of farmed salmon in Scotland.
Aquafeeds
Partnership to bring sustainable soy ingredients to Northern Europe fish feed market
Benson Hill and Denofa are partnering to introduce sustainable soy protein ingredients to the aquaculture fish feed market in Europe.
Aquafeeds
Nofima launches collaborative project to develop sustainable ingredients for farmed salmon
Nofima has launched the Millennial Salmon Project, a collaborative research initiative to develop sustainable ingredients for farmed salmon.
Health & Welfare
Biotech-feed giant partnership to explore bacteriophage potential
Fish health and welfare in aquaculture could soon be assisted by the most abundant organism on the planet, if a new partnership nets its intended result.
Responsibility
Retailer responsibility in aquaculture production, feeds recognized at GOAL
Top-to-bottom value-chain collaboration is crucial to maintaining a sustainable seafood industry, presenters on Day 2 of GAA’s GOAL conference agreed.
Aquafeeds
World’s largest fly factory attracting investors eyeing aquafeed expansion
A high-capacity black soldier fly factory puts Protix in position to ramp up production. Investors explain why they’re betting on the sector’s success.