Shellfish reefs improve marine biodiversity

by Flinders University Local shellfish including native razorfish and flat oysters, and feral pacific oysters, are showing strong ecosystem benefits for marine species within the ...

Supplement based on chicken liver strengthens the health of tilapia

A recent study conducted by researchers from the Federal University of Viçosa and Embrapa concludes that the use of feed additives based on chicken liver ...

Phytohormone to Improve the Growth of Tetraselmis Microalgae

The microalgae Tetraselmis suecica is widely used in the aquaculture industry for larval cultivation, especially as live feed for fish and shrimp. T. suecica is ...

UvA chemists recycle shrimp waste as catalyst for hydrogen generation

by University of Amsterdam Flexible spheres of the biomolecule chitosan, made from shrimp waste, can be used for catalysts that generate hydrogen gas from borohydride ...

Which is the ideal legal framework to promote sustainable aquaculture?

The aquaculture industry faces several challenges. At the same time, the sustainability of the aquaculture sector depends on a clean and healthy environment. Likewise, climate ...

New digital tools for more sustainable shrimp production

by Alex Morrison, University of Exeter Researchers at the University of Exeter are helping the Bangladesh shrimp industry become more sustainable through a new set ...

What is the economic impact of severe skeletal anomalies in sea bream and sea bass hatcheries?

The economic impact of skeletal anomalies in aquaculture is a significant problem for the industry, as deformed fish are often discarded due to their low ...

Unlocking aquaculture potential in Australia’s Top End

by DARIUS KOREIS, CSIRO Northern Australia’s warm waters make the Top End an ideal climate for growing farmed prawns in a sustainable way. But it’s ...

Project assesses wider ecological benefits of UK’s first offshore mussel farm

by Alan Williams, University of Plymouth The Ropes to Reefs project will assess the wider benefits of the UK’s first large-scale offshore mussel farm, located ...

Omega-3 fatty acids promising for maintaining lung health

by Cornell Chronicle Omega-3 fatty acids, which are abundant in fish and fish oil supplements, appear promising for maintaining lung health, according to a Cornell-led ...