Ending 2024 with a new quarterly harvest record of 1,729 tonnes, Salmon Evolution has taken the lead within its sector, producing a third of all land-based salmon globally.
Norwegian Greentech - a supplier water treatment systems - has announced the signing of a major new contract to outfit fish carrying vessels to operate within the aquaculture industry.
CenSea, a leading US-based seafood importer and distributor under the Captain Fresh group, has acquired Ocean Garden’s renowned brand portfolio, strengthening its position in the global shrimp and…
$460 million has been raised by 8F Asset Management for the completion of an ambitious land-based salmon farming facility which could produce up to 10,000 tonnes of Atlantic salmon annually.
Following a scathing appraisal of the industry, renowned ecologist, author, and research professor Carl Safina explains his views on contemporary aquaculture, and outlines changes he believes…
Chris Ninnes, Aquaculture Stewardship Council CEO, has raised concerns to the Norwegian Ministry of Finance over the impacts of a proposed tax on Norwegian farmed salmon.
Set to tackle key industry challenges, such as disease and price fluctuations, the Shrimp Outlook 2025 conference will be held on 27 February in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Two of the world’s best financed insect farming startups – Agronutris and Ÿnsect – are in danger of closure, heralding a major setback for the fledgling sector.
The seaweed sector is hugely diverse, yet many newcomers are unaware of its complexities. As a result we propose a useful framework for dividing it up into four key groupings, while also helping…
A recent publication suggests that policy changes and significant investments are needed to keep up with growing consumer demand for seafood products across Africa.
Following the cancellation of the original World Aquaculture 2025 event, which was to be held from 24-27 April in China, the convention has been relocated to Hyderabad, India, and will be held from…
The Certification and Ratings Collaboration, a partnership of leading seafood certification organisations - such as the Aquaculture and Marine Stewardship Councils - has unveiled an updated version…
For the past decade eFishery has been one of the rising stars in the aquaculture industry and a poster boy for how to use tech to sustainably transform aquaculture in developing countries. This was,…
The eighth edition of AquaFarm, an international exhibition-conference dedicated to aquaculture and sustainable fishing, is to be held from 12-13 February, 2025, and will highlight advancements in…
The Welsh Government's Marine and Fisheries Scheme aims to support the growth of the country's aquaculture and fisheries sector through £1.4 million in grant funding.
Kontali, a leading provider of seafood industry data, has released end-of-year trade data for the international salmon markets, indicating potential trends for 2025.
One of the early advocates of the Philippines’ smallholder seaweed farming industry, Iain Neish, has launched a new project in a bid to breathe new life into the sector.
Venture funding for aquaculture startups plummeted by 28 percent in 2024 amidst a slowdown in the VC sector, but there are still plenty of positives for some segments of the industry.
Tavish Scott, chief executive of Salmon Scotland, responds to the UK government's proposed plans to significantly reduce industry regulation in favour of growth.
In only one month, the Australian Border Force has seized over six tonnes of sea cucumbers from illegal fishing operations, underlining the significant potential for farming of the animal.
Cold Current Kelp, a Maine-based seaweed farm and producer of kelp-based luxury skincare products, has been awarded almost $25,000 from the USDA, to be matched by one of the company's funding…
Aquaculture Safari 2025 - part of the World Aquaculture Conference series - is set to showcase the latest advancements in both the African and the wider global fish farming industries.
Scientists from the University of Aberdeen are calling for UK residents to eat more local seafood, as new research shows that the majority of fish eaten within the country is imported.
The Kingfish Company has reported significant progress in Q4 2024, achieving a more than 50 percent increase in sales volume compared to the same period last year.
In Bangladesh, public opinion holds strong that frozen seafood is inferior to its fresh counterparts, however, as Zubair Khan explains, this is often not the case.
A new generation is embracing aquaculture in India’s Bihar state, helped by several government schemes, but there’s room for improvement, according to the farmers.
AlgaEurope 2024 successfully brought together delegates from 43 countries and 256 organisations, providing a platform for science, technology, and business collaboration within the algae industry.
OceanHub Africa's Acceleration Programme, which seeks to support up to 24 of the continent's most promising for-profit startups dedicated to restoring ocean health, will close applications for its…
The USDA’s Census of Aquaculture, conducted every five years, provides a comprehensive overview of the sector, highlighting growth in farm numbers, product categories, and sales.
The domestic demand for Scottish salmon continues to grow, increasing 9 percent year-on-year, making the fish a firm favourite amongst UK seafood consumers.
Rizky Darmawan, CEO of Delta Marine Group, outlines the company’s expansion plans – with two new shrimp farms and a move into processing in the pipeline.
Robins McIntosh reflects on a year that’s seen continued challenges for shrimp exporters, an increase in bacterial diseases… and the experience of being caught up in a student uprising that overthrew…
The BC Salmon Farmers Association (BCSFA) has expressed concern over the actions of the Canadian Government amidst growing national debt and a stagnant economy.
Having extensively explored the Western seaweed industry, Steven Hermans set off at the end of last year on a new adventure to Asia – the epicentre of seaweed cultivation.
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