A question of definition
Dr Adam Hughes asks: What does “sustainable investment” in the Blue Economy mean for fish farming? If the marine economy were a country, its GDP would rank about 7th globally […] Continue Reading
Offshore harvest
A seaweed nursery in Argyll is set for growth after securing investment funding of up to £75,000 investment from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). The £150,000 project aims to expand […] Continue Reading
Seal scarers could harm porpoises, study finds
The “wall of sound” created by acoustic deterrent devices targeted at seals could harm porpoises up to 28 kilometres away, a study has found. The devices, known as ADDs or […] Continue Reading
Enterprise body backs seaweed farming project
A seaweed nursery in Argyll is set for growth after securing investment funding of up to £75,000 investment from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). The £150,000 project aims to expand […] Continue Reading
How fish keep their cool in warming oceans
AN international study of ocean warming suggests that some cold water species will continue to thrive by seeking refuge in cooler, deeper water. Researchers from the UK, Japan, Australia, the […] Continue Reading
Minister’s £20,000 boost for women in aquaculture
THE Scottish government has pledged to support an initiative to boost career opportunities for women in aquaculture, with the announcement today of £20,000 funding. The investment was unveiled by Mairi […] Continue Reading
Industry probe looks at welfare and waste
THE welfare standards in salmon farming in Scotland are currently very high and there is no reason to believe these will slip if the industry expands, a committee in Holyrood […] Continue Reading
Aquaculture students ‘on the right course’
A top academic course in sustainable aquaculture that works hand-in-hand with industry has been held up as a model for the future by two internationally renowned science communication consultants. Dr […] Continue Reading