Responsibility
NOAA grant to boost climate resilience in coral reefs in Florida
A new NOAA-funded project will scale up novel interventions to increase climate resilience in coral reefs and leverage innovative technology.
Fisheries
Acoustic telemetry used to track marine fisheries migrations
A new study uses acoustic telemetry to track aquatic species’ migrations, providing vital data for fisheries and marine conservation.
Intelligence
Report: Seafood industry must adapt to younger consumers’ demand for convenience as at-home prepared foods sector booms
A snapshot of Spheric Research’s U.S. Seafood Consumer Sentiment Report shows that Millennials are now the most valuable target market.
Intelligence
How does aquaculture contribute to U.S. seafood production and the economy?
Results of a recent study show that the U.S. aquaculture industry contributes about $4 billion annually and supports more than 22,000 jobs.
Intelligence
Could all U.S. seafood market needs be met domestically?
The U.S. could meet all its seafood needs domestically, a study concludes, but it would require changes in regulations and consumer behavior.
Intelligence
Maine seaweed-farming network harvests a record 1.3 million pounds in 2024
Atlantic Sea Farms harvests a record 1.3 million pounds of farmed seaweed in 2024, experiencing "tremendous expansion."
Responsibility
Study: Mussel and seaweed farming can boost wild fish populations
Study shows mussel and seaweed farming can increase fish populations and biodiversity, showing potential environmental and economic benefits.
Aquafeeds
New U.S. black soldier fly innovation facility is Innovafeed’s first step into North America
Performance at the $10 million black soldier fly innovation and research center in Illinois will help Innovafeed determine direction on a new continent.
Fisheries
NOAA awards $15 million for Kellogg Dam removal to restore fish habitats
The Kellogg Dam removal is expected to enhance critical spawning habitats and reduce environmental hazards for threatened fish species.
Responsibility
Have mussel shells become more porous due to climate change?
A new study reveals East Coast mussel shells have become weaker and more susceptible to damage due to climate change.
Fisheries
New database revealing salmon patterns at sea aims to curb IUU fishing
A new analysis of where salmon are concentrated at sea could aid with fisheries management and help curb IUU fishing.
What aquafeed ingredients can substitute for krill meal? Research team develops a method to find out
Aquafeeds
What aquafeed ingredients can substitute for krill meal? Research team develops a method to find out
“We now have the methodology to determine if an ingredient can replace krill meal in a plant-based diet,” said Dr. Rick Barrows, author of a recent study.
Intelligence
Solar Oysters and Blue Oyster Environmental launch solar-powered oyster production system
A prototype of Solar Oysters' solar-powered oyster production system will operate on Hoopers Island Oyster Company’s lease in 2024.
Innovation & Investment
New restorative aquaculture project aims to boost oyster farming sector in Texas
The Palacios Marine Agricultural Research launched a project to advance Texas' oyster farming industry, starting with a mobile hatchery.
Intelligence
Meet the woman who’s pioneering commercial kelp farming in New York
Former professional basketball player Sue Wicks launches New York’s first commercial kelp farm, spearheading a growing industry for the state.
Intelligence
Will 2024 be the year of the tinned fish?
Tinned fish is a growing food trend in the U.S. market, and more companies are creating products using locally sourced seafood.