Fisheries
Researchers uncover possible explanation for California anchovy boom-and-bust cycles
A new study based on 45 years of data suggests that shorter food chains precede anchovy population booms, while longer ones lead to busts.
Fisheries
Toolkit aims to curb bycatch of threatened seabirds in APEC economies
A new toolkit provides essential information to help reduce the bycatch of endangered albatrosses and other seabirds in longline fishing.
Fisheries
In efforts to enhance transparency in fisheries, the ultimate beneficial owner comes into focus
Complex international ownership chains make it difficult for enforcement authorities to identify the ultimate beneficial owner of a fishing vessel.
Responsibility
First Nations coalition unveils plan for salmon farming in British Columbia waters
The Coalition of First Nations for Finfish Stewardship releases a “responsible, realistic and achievable” plan for an Indigenous-led blue economy.
Intelligence
New report predicts global shrimp consumption can grow if the industry ‘plays its cards right’
A new report outlines effective marketing strategies for successfully promoting global shrimp consumption.
Responsibility
Faroe Islands salmon producer onboard first transatlantic flight using eco-friendly jet fuel
Faroe Islands salmon producer Bakkafrost shipped cargo on the world's first transatlantic flight using a new eco-friendly jet fuel.
Intelligence
Study finds no link between salmon farms and harmful algal blooms
Researchers conclude that farmed salmon biomass does not impact the abundance of harmful algal blooms in Scottish waters.
Fisheries
Can electronic tags fill knowledge gaps between offshore wind and fisheries?
A first-of-its-kind study will explore fish behavior in response to offshore wind turbines and construction activities in the Atlantic Ocean.
Innovation & Investment
Court of auditors says EU aquaculture production is ‘stagnating’ despite billions in funding
Overall EU aquaculture production has "flatlined" and the sector's environmental impact can’t be reliably measured, a new report finds.
Aquafeeds
Skretting partners with Zooca Calanus to develop copepod-based aquaculture feeds
New partnership aims to develop a more sustainable aquafeed with Calanus finmarchicus, a tiny marine copepod rich in essential nutrients.
Intelligence
Could a new CRISPR gene editing technology lead to innovation in aquaculture?
Innovative CRISPR gene editing technology tailored for aquaculture improves safety and unimpeded legal accessibility compared to CRISPR-Cas9.
Intelligence
After a turbulent 2023, ‘signs of optimism’ ahead for global seafood production
Rabobank's annual seafood production report suggests a more optimistic production outlook for 2024 compared to 2023.
Fisheries
AI-powered crab gender identification could improve fishery management and conservation
An AI-powered model developed by researchers "vastly outperformed" humans in correctly identifying the gender of horsehair crabs.
Fisheries
$18 million invested in fishing gear innovation to support North Atlantic right whale conservation
NFWF-NOAA funding will help develop and integrate new fishing gear in New England fisheries to help North Atlantic right whale conservation.
Responsibility
Study proposes ‘more realistic’ modeling for climate change impacts on marine ecosystems
A new global model pinpoints marine regions where extreme temperatures are likely to have particularly harmful effects from climate change.
Responsibility
Maine seafood initiative celebrates 1 million meals served to families facing food insecurity
Collaboration between Maine's seafood sector, food banks and schools addressed food insecurity and infused millions into the local economy.