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Wind, waves and sun
As Sandy Neil reports, moves are afoot to find greener energy sources for fish farming operations. The fish farming industry relies heavily on diesel generators which, of course, cause CO2 emissions – contributing to global warming – that need to...
Shellfish Growers conference set for return to Oban
The key players in shellfish aquaculture in Scotland will be returning to Oban this autumn for the Association of Scottish Shellfish Growers (ASSG) Conference 2024, on 29-30 October. The theme of the conference is “Scottish Cultivated Shellfish – Assuring Value”....
Takeover of Danish processor may be good news for Scotland
Scottish salmon sales could receive a lift following the takeover of Danish processing company Insula Hvide Sande. The Norwegian company First Seafood, based in Bergen, has announced its decision to acquire 100% of the shares in the company. First Seafood...
Kingfish Company moves towards profit as sales rise
The Netherlands-based Kingfish Company, which produces yellowtail in a land-based farm, saw growth accelerate during the second quarter of this year. Announcing its Q2 financial results, The Kingfish Company saw its volume production rise by 36% from 377 tonnes a...
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Alumichem enables salmon producer to meet strict effluent standards
A Norwegian salmon producer faced stricter effluent discharge limits and increasing sludge amounts. Alumichem collaborated with the fish farmer and RAS supplier to customise a solution that dewaters sludge and...
World’s first climate-neutral boat hull
Used cooking oil is being deployed to create a safe and eco-friendly workboat. AKVA group is launching the world’s first boat hull made from climate-neutral raw materials. The material for...
BIO-UV Group protects against white spot syndrome
BIO-UV Group’s technologies are designed to enhance water quality in tanks by replicating natural ecosystems. The expansion of the shrimp aquaculture industry from Asia to global markets has led to...
Anpario Research Effectiveness of Feed Additives Against Bacteria Responsible for Translucent Post-Larval Disease in Shrimp
Author: Lawrence Brown, Senior Technical & Account Manager, Anpario plc Translucent Post-Larval Disease (TPD) is a significant and emerging threat in shrimp aquaculture. First identified in southern China in 2020...
Jobs
Ocean Ecology – Principal and Senior Health Consultants – Oban, Scotland
WHY OCEAN ECOLOGY? We are a leading marine environmental consultancy specialising in providing survey, technical and advisory services to organisations delivering and governing the global blue economy. Together with Åkerblå,...
Digital Feeding Consultant – AKVA Group
AKVA group is the world's largest supplier of solutions and services to global aquaculture. Driven by passion, commitment and a deep understanding of the complexity in our industry, we can...
Assistant Sales Manager, Inverness – AKVA Group
AKVA group is a global leader in aquaculture technology and is one of the world’s most recognised brands in the industry. AKVA group are seeking a new Assistant Sales Manager...
Marine Husbandry Opportunities – Fishnish, Mull
Are you a highly motivated individual looking to grow your career within the aquaculture industry? Working within our newly designed farming structures and highly supportive teams might be just what...
Features
Aquaculture by the book
Molluscan Shellfish Aquaculture: A Practical Guide, edited by Sandra E Shumway, is a highly readable and comprehensive overview of the biology, culture techniques and harvesting methods used for a host...
After Brexit, is Nexit next?
When Norwegians go to the polls to elect a new government next Monday, a group of business leaders will be waiting nervously for the result. They are the country’s fish...
Lumpfish need love too
Lumpfish and Ballan wrasse have their own welfare issues, which should not be ignored. Fish species such as lumpfish and Ballan wrasse, are increasingly being used as cleaner fish to...
Stormy outlook
When it comes to the impact of climate change, the insurance industry is on the front line. In June this year HRH Prince Charles, who has long been a champion...
Opinion
What price differentiation?
By Nick Joy The climate for fish sales and prices globally is generally set fair, with the odd bump. This is in stark contrast to the outlook for production globally,...
Activism and its effects
By Nick Joy So here I am trying to concentrate whilst looking after my extremely active granddaughter. My thoughts are punctuated with “Granddad, granddad can you come and…” To a...
One sided
A new podcast on the future of wild salmon features numerous guests, but only one narrow viewpoint, argues Dr Martin Jaffa. Aquaculture UK at Aviemore was a celebration of the...
Events
Shellfish Growers conference set for return to Oban
The key players in shellfish aquaculture in Scotland will be returning to Oban this autumn for the Association of Scottish Shellfish Growers (ASSG) Conference 2024, on 29-30 October. The theme...
Qingdao to host World Aquaculture 2025
The World Aquaculture 2025 event (WA2025) is set to take place in Qingdao city, China. The conference and trade show will be held at the Qingdao International Convention Centre, from...
Hearts and minds at TriNations 2024
The TriNations initiative brings together industry and academic experts to share the latest updates on farmed fish health. Chris Mitchell reports on latest TriNations event, held earlier this year in...
Seaweed association set to mark milestone year
The organisation representing Scottish seaweed growers will be celebrating its first decade this November at its annual conference in Oban, on Scotland’s west coast. The conference of the Scottish Seaweed...
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