Aquaculture

A hungry world needs feeding and aquaculture is rapidly stepping up as one of the fastest growing food-producing industries, as the whole process from feed and fry to the consumer’s plate becomes increasingly sophisticated.

Aquaculture

Pelagic stock science boost
2021-11-30T12:25:00+00:00
A new agreement aims to maximise the benefits on thecollection and analysis of scientific data on pelagic stocks.
Funding boost for new fishers
2021-11-29T12:14:00+00:00
New fishermen have been able apply for funding towards second hand fishing vessels.
NFWF pledges funding to drive electronic monitoring and data management
2021-11-26T10:43:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have granted US$3.7 million to help implement electronic technology solutions and modernise data management systems for fisheries in US waters.
Oceangoing aquaculture vessel gains RINA approval
2021-11-26T09:20:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Classification society, RINA has awarded approval in principle to a new-concept offshore fish-farming vessel.
Black Sea oyster renaissance
2021-11-25T09:55:00+00:00By Vladislav Vorotnikov
Ukraine, Russia, and Georgia harbour plans to expand oyster production in the Black Sea, eyeing not only domestic but also international markets
National Fisheries College of Ireland appoints new principal
2021-11-25T09:40:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Ireland’s Seafood Development Agency, Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) has appointed Garvan Meehan as principal of the National Fisheries College of Ireland in Greencastle, Co. Donegal.

Skretting and Atlantic Sapphire team up on local feed facility
2021-11-17T10:16:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Skretting is to construct a feed plant in Florida for land-based salmon to serve Atlantic Sapphire’s US operations with feeds specialised for Bluehouse farming.
Nueva Pescanova opens aquaculture research centre
2021-11-11T09:09:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
The Nueva Pescanova Group has opened a private aquaculture research centre in O Grove, Pontevedra, said to the first such facility in Spain.
Orkney Shellfish Hatchery’s first stock of flat oyster spat released
2021-11-08T09:28:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Orkney Shellfish Hatchery has released its first stock of native flat oysters into the ocean, following the sale of native oyster spat to a local restoration project.
Shrimp producer awarded Sri Lanka’s first BAP certification
2021-11-04T12:44:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Taprobane Seafood Group has become the first Sri Lankan company certified to offer three-star Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) shrimp.
Harnessing the power of start-ups in Irish aquaculture
2021-11-04T09:09:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Start-ups from a range of industries including engineering, IT and farming have taken part in a programme aimed at promoting innovation in Irish aquaculture.
Orkney hatchery wins Scottish educational grant
2021-10-29T08:45:00+01:00By Rebecca Strong
Orkney Shellfish Hatchery has secured funding for a number of new aquaculture graduate positions, after winning a Scottish educational grant courtesy of the Highlands and Islands Enterprises’ Graduate Support Programme.

Seafood Industry Australia absorbs National Aquaculture Council
2021-10-27T12:15:00+01:00
Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), the body representing Australia’s commercial fishing industry, has announced the absorption of the responsibilities of the National Aquaculture Council (NAC) and the launch of the Aquaculture Advisory Committee (AAC).
Genetically improved tilapia in Columbia
2021-10-27T11:48:00+01:00By Rebecca Strong
GenoMar and Sanmarino announce a joint venture to supply genetically improved tilapia in Colombia
Second LNG hybrid live fish carrier for Nordlaks
2021-10-27T11:44:00+01:00By Rebecca Strong
Tersan Shipyard has successfully delivered the second LNG hybrid live fish carrier built for Nordlaks.
LLS applies to bring semi-closed fish farm tech to Scotland
2021-10-21T09:31:00+01:00
Loch Long Salmon (LLS) has placed a planning application for a semi-closed fish farm, and states that this technology excludes sea lice, catches most of the organic waste, and improves the health and welfare of the farmed stock.
VAKI recognised for innovation at Aqua Nor
2021-10-08T09:31:00+01:00
After being shortlisted as one of three finalists in June, VAKI has been recognised at this year’s Aqua Nor event.
Researchers use PCR testing for shellfish
2021-10-07T09:18:00+01:00
Aquaculture researchers in Scotland are developing a PCR test that will help detect a range of diseases and biofouling species affecting oysters and mussels.

3D Sonar Visualizer™ Model F3D-S

3D Sonar Visualizer™ F3D-S is our news solution that works in conjunction with the Full-circle Color Scanning Sonar FSV-25/FSV-25S to show fish and sonar information in 3 dimensions.

Seafood plays key role in boosting Norwegian exports
2021-11-10T09:25:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Seafood exports are expected to play a big part in Norway’s goal of increasing exports, excluding oil and gas, by 50% by 2030.
Orkney Shellfish Hatchery’s first stock of flat oyster spat released
2021-11-08T09:28:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Orkney Shellfish Hatchery has released its first stock of native flat oysters into the ocean, following the sale of native oyster spat to a local restoration project.
Surveillance of Pacific to tackle IUU fishing a success
2021-11-05T15:06:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
One of the largest fisheries surveillance operations in the world has come to a successful close today following 12 days of international co-operation to target illegal, unregulated and unreported fishing in the Pacific Ocean.
Shrimp producer awarded Sri Lanka’s first BAP certification
2021-11-04T12:44:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Taprobane Seafood Group has become the first Sri Lankan company certified to offer three-star Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) shrimp.
Harnessing the power of start-ups in Irish aquaculture
2021-11-04T09:09:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Start-ups from a range of industries including engineering, IT and farming have taken part in a programme aimed at promoting innovation in Irish aquaculture.
Sanford strengthens digital capabilities with Innova
2021-11-03T10:00:00+00:00By Rebecca Strong
Innova software is up and running at the first Sanford site in New Zealand, helping the fish processing leader increase the flexibility and efficiency of its business.

Aquaculture >>>

Get full access to World Fishing & Aquaculture content

Aquaculture