Posts Tagged ‘shellfish farming’
A life in oysters
The path to achieving of the biggest native oyster restoration projects has not been easy, as Nicki Holmyard reports.
Read MoreTriple solution
Growing shrimp, oysters and seaweed together creates a natural balance, a study by the University of New Hampshire has found.
Read MoreSpecies diversification under climate change
Warmer seas could mean rethinking the kind of fish we farm. Lynne Falconer reports on a new study on the implications of climate change for aquaculture.
Read MoreWelfare insights
Two prize-winning studies by Swansea University students offer a new perspective on fish and shrimp welfare.
Read MoreBIO-UV Group protects against white spot syndrome
BIO-UV Group’s technologies are designed to enhance water quality in tanks by replicating natural ecosystems.
Read MoreAnpario Research Effectiveness of Feed Additives Against Bacteria Responsible for Translucent Post-Larval Disease in Shrimp
Translucent Post-Larval Disease (TPD) is a significant and emerging threat in shrimp aquaculture.
Read MoreThe next level
The Irish Government has a plan to grow the country’s aquaculture sector sustainably.
Read MoreGearing for growth
New Zealand has ambitions to grow its aquaculture – especially salmon, oysters and mussels. Greenshell mussels have become the source for world famous nutraceutical products and the salmon sector is beginning to branch out into the open ocean.
Read MoreThe greatest (seafood) show on earth
A visit to Seafood Expo Global (SEG) is an overwhelming experience for the senses, with all manner of fish, shellfish, seaweed products and equipment on display, the sound of thousands of exhibitors and visitors discussing business, the aroma of cooking demonstrations and tasting sessions, and an all-pervading smell of the sea. Multiply this through five vast halls, and it’s easy to see why it takes three days to do the expo justice.
Read MoreThe vegetarian oyster
A long time ago, we were trying to grow seaweed and sea urchins alongside our salmon. The approach had many highly technical names, but I like to call it integrated aquaculture. The problems were many, not least in regulation. In the end we failed because growing salmon is difficult enough for most people, but I am still very glad we tried.
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