Intelligence
University of Glasgow will increase its salmon and seaweed farming research
The University of Glasgow has received £3 million in funding for farmed salmon health and seaweed aquaculture research.
Intelligence
Scottish salmon exports reach five-year high
Scottish salmon exports have surged to $819 million in the past year, reaching a five-year high as international demand grows.
Responsibility
Seaweed farming collaboration a first for Scottish Sea Farms
Scottish Sea Farms is involved in a collaborative salmon and seaweed farming initiative in Loch Spelve to boost the marine environment.
Aquafeeds
It all starts with whisky: Scottish company ramping up microalgae biomass production for aquaculture and pet foods
With a decentralized circular economy approach to microalgae production, MiAlgae is positioned to contribute to the growing basket of alternative feed ingredients.
Responsibility
Ace Aquatec and Tiny Fish team up to advance Scotland’s salmon circular economy
Ace Aquatec and Tiny Fish aim to expand premium food markets for small Scottish salmon, enhancing the circular economy.
Intelligence
SAIC funds sea lice vaccination technology developed by Stirling and other partners
The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has awarded funding to assess the efficacy of novel sea lice vaccine technology.
Responsibility
NatureScot and SSEN Distribution launch largest-ever Scottish seagrass planting program
The organizations team up to restore seagrass meadows with $2.5 million in funding, addressing both climate change and biodiversity loss.
Aquafeeds
Artemia-farming startup looks to modular, land-based production model
Edinburgh startup farming artemia for aquafeeds partners with a Scottish innovation center to develop modular, land-based production systems.
Intelligence
Scottish salmon farmers to trial simplified licensing and approval process
Can a new consenting process for Scottish salmon farms lead to efficiencies and improved community engagement?
Responsibility
Salmon Scotland Wild Fisheries Fund boosts wild Atlantic salmon conservation initiatives
The Salmon Scotland Wild Fisheries Fund will invest in supporting the conservation of Scotland’s wild Atlantic salmon.
Scientists are developing a new ‘groundbreaking’ oral vaccine for sea lice in farmed Atlantic salmon
Health & Welfare
Scientists are developing a new ‘groundbreaking’ oral vaccine for sea lice in farmed Atlantic salmon
A new oral vaccine using reverse vaccinology and artificial intelligence may help with sea lice challenges faced by the aquaculture industry.
Health & Welfare
SAIC is funding fish health and welfare research initiatives
SAIC has awarded $1 million in R&D support to seven innovation projects focused on fish health and welfare.
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.
Intelligence
The secret to growing the seaweed farming industry? SAMS study says public trust
The emerging UK seaweed farming sector needs public backing for long-term success, the Scottish Association for Marine Science reports.
Responsibility
Novel chemical-free approach could create a circular model for treating aquaculture waste
An initiative could open up a new avenue for seafood producers to deal with aquaculture waste in a more circular way.
Health & Welfare
Salmon farmers in Scotland cut antibiotic usage by more than 50 percent in 2022
Less than 10 percent of seawater salmon farms in Scotland used antibiotics in 2022, according to a new report by the UK government.