Archive for September 2024
Natural defences
Researchers have charted how low levels of hydrogen sulphide in RAS systems trigger a defensive reaction in salmon – and their findings could be used to help manage the risks associated with this toxic gas.
Read MoreNew jellyfish fears in Norway
The jellyfish scourge which cost Norwegian salmon companies millions of krone last winter may be on the way back.
The Norwegian Institute of Marine Research, through its Jellysafe project, says there have been increased sightings of the “perlesnormanet” jellyfish – also known as string or barbed jellyfish – and estimated numbers are now running at the same level as last year.
Read MoreChanging choices
The legacy of the Covid-19 pandemic is just one of a number of factors shaping consumer demand for seafood, a new report from the Norwegian Seafood Council concludes. Vince McDonagh explains.
Read MoreRare skate and salmon can live together
Farmed salmon and a rare breed of skate can co-exist around Tasmania, new data has shown.
Read MoreTroubled Chilean company positive despite large revenue drop
The big Chilean salmon farmer Nova Austral, which fought back from the brink of bankruptcy earlier this year, is continuing to remain positive.
Read More“Come and join us” – Scottish aquaculture to urge local youngsters
The Scottish salmon industry will next week reach out to local youngsters urging them to consider a career in the sector.
Read MoreMany Vietnamese fish farms destroyed in typhoon
Several Vietnamese fish farms have suffered severe damage following a major storm in the region.
Read MorePortuguese grocery giant increases stake in Norwegian salmon breeder
The giant Portuguese supermarket and food group Jerónimo Martins Agro-Alimentar, S.A has purchased two million shares in the Norwegian land based salmon company Andfjord Salmon for an estimated NOK 60 million (£4.3m).
Read MoreMSPs see salmon farming in action
A group of Scottish MSPs saw salmon farming in action during a tour of the west coast yesterday.
Read MoreHow salmon can drive growth
As Westminster and Holyrood face up to gloomy financial challenges, Salmon Scotland Chief Executive Tavish Scott shares aquaculture’s vision for boosting the economy.
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