Archive for April 2022
ANB Sensors launches breakthrough pH technology for water quality monitoring
WATER quality is essential for a successful aquaculture operation, as it determines the health and productivity of the stock, and pH is a key but often overlooked parameter. The sensors still used today, little changed in a century, struggle to meet the demands of data-driven, high performance aquaculture. ANB Sensors’ breakthrough calibration-free pH sensors, designed…
Read MorePRIOR INFORMATION NOTICE – Cornaa Fish Farm
The Isle of Man Government owns and currently operates a freshwater fish farm at Cornaa, near Maughold on the east coast of the Island. The farm is set in 15 acres and includes a 3 bedroomed bungalow, an office block with kitchen, laboratory, public conveniences and generator, an enclosed hatchery, a large outbuilding and ponds.…
Read MoreNolan takes on wider processing role at Mowi
Mowi has appointed Scott Nolan to the newly created position of Operations Director, Processing and Sales (UK and Ireland). Nolan (pictured) is currently Processing Director for Mowi Scotland Ltd. In his new position, he will report jointly to Ben Hadfield (COO Farming, Scotland, Ireland & the Faroes) and Andreas Soraa (MD, RMT). Mowi said the new…
Read MoreSalmon prices hit Easter record
Norwegian fresh prices climbed to their highest level on record last week, with industry analysts speculating they may well have some way more to go. According to Statistics Norway, they surged by over 10%, peaking at NOK 93.21 a kilo (£8.11) in week 14, but the reality is that large salmon were selling at well…
Read MoreSolutions for aquaculture effluent treatment
Alumichem supplies customised turnkey solutions to treat intake water and effluents from RAS (recirculating aquaculture systems) fish farms. The effluents are typically from the backwash of drum filters and biofilters as well as overflow water. The solutions are designed specifically for users; needs, local conditions, and any environmental regulation. Alumichem helps customers to maximise performance…
Read MoreFerguson’s take on the big challenges
Ferguson Transport & Shipping, with its marine services at Kishorn Port recognises the challenges of salmon pens increasing in size, particularly larger nets now being installed and changed out for cleaning. FT&S can provide a full collection and delivery service from the farms to the manufacturing and cleaning site and vice versa, utilising a comprehensive…
Read MoreWorkboats that deliver
Fluggaboats can handle tough conditions – and now there’s an electric option We have recently completed a six-boat order for Grieg Seafoods. These were 8.5 and nine metre boats using OXE diesel outboards. They have been very successful in the role they are used for and the crews like them. The boats are built to…
Read MoreDetection reaches new limits
Tighter rules on pesticide levels will require more sensitive testing technology James Hutton Limited is delighted to announce it is in the latest stages of launching a brand-new service to help fish farmers with the upcoming changes to Maximum Acceptable Concentration (MAC). These changes require analysis for Emamectin Benzoate (EMB) pesticide in marine water and…
Read MorePoll position
Despite the critics, the salmon industry is supported by people in local communities, says Hamish Macdonell. Ask anyone who has ever put an opinion poll in the field, and they will tell you that there is always a moment’s hesitation before they give it the go-ahead. That’s because, even if you believe you have a…
Read MoreSeafish to host Barcelona pavilion
The UK’s producers will be represented at the world’s biggest trade show for the seafood sector, taking place in Barcelona later this month. Seafish, the public body supporting the industry, and UK Government are working together on trade events and a marketing toolkit to support UK seafood exporters. Seafood Expo Global (combined with Seafood Processing…
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