Posts by Janice Johnston

New vaccine technologies for COVID-19 have been making headlines all around the world for obvious reasons. Among these newly developed vaccines are some based, not on introducing antigen into the host via the inoculum but, instead, on injecting host muscle with messenger RNA (mRNA) that codes for the production of virus specific immunogenic proteins. Once…

State of the art genetics are the key to rearing successful salmon It starts with optimal genetics. Founded in 1991, Benchmark Genetics has been a long-established and trusted provider of genetic material to the salmon farming industry and, more recently, the expanding global land-based sector. As a result of the long-term breeding programs, the salmon…

An initiative aimed at reversing the decline of native oysters in Wales is under way 25,000 juvenile native oysters have been returned to waters in Milford Haven as part of a pioneering restoration project. The native oyster (Ostrea edulis) is a species of Principal Importance in Wales, providing many benefits such as removing excess nutrients,…

Boosting fish resilience to parasitic infestations through enhanced gut and skin mucus protection Disease prevention via functional nutrition is key to reduce the susceptibility to infections associated with intensive farming, and to support fish in coping with production challenges. Gut and skin mucus are primary barriers of defence against pathogens, so their protection is a…

Sustainability and health – for fish, staff, consumers, communities and the environment – are at the heart of SSC’s philosophy As the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow has aptly demonstrated, moving towards sustainability requires fresh thinking, innovation and, most crucially, strong partnerships with business. World leaders from all regions gathered to embrace the global opportunity…

Feed can deliver enhanced fat digestibility and performance, even in cold water In cold water, trout become less active and their metabolism slows down. Digestion slows down too and fat digestion, especially, becomes less efficient. This is in line with the trout’s natural lifestyle whereby very little food is available during the winter period. The…

Electric marine motor developer Evoy has launched the next generation of its Hurricane Electric Inboard with an equivalent 400hp (800 hp at peak). Once again Evoy has gone beyond what’s expected to assure its legacy as a technology leader. The first installation of this revolutionary motor system has been tested and installed on the X9…