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New study reveals how tiny marine algae survive phosphorus starvation. Scientists at the Marine Biological Association (MBA) and the University of Exeter have uncovered a key mechanism that helps diatoms […]
Joining forces on harmful algae: PML leads satellite project with NZ partner. As South Australia confronts one of its most damaging harmful algal blooms (HABS) on record, a new UK–New […]
Potential for land based red algae. How could Norway produce more food, utilise high nutrient levels in discharge water and create new businesses? Dulse, or Palmaria palmata in Latin, is a red […]
Scientists need help to map problem algae. The filamentous algae float around as mats on the surface or lie like dense blankets on the seabed. Now we need help to […]
This is why farmed fish die from algae. While wild fish can swim away from harmful algae, farmed fish are confined in cages, making them more vulnerable during algal blooms. […]
A European-wide effort is under way to preserve the continent’s native seaweed species as the effects of climate change, ocean warming and acidification threaten biodiversity. Algae researchers from 18 global […]
Driving sustainable growth: MiAlgae expands leadership with new CFO appointment. MiAlgae, a biotech leader committed to reducing environmental impact through the sustainable production of Omega-3s, has appointed Simon Durrant as […]
AquaFarm, NovelFarm and AlgaeFarm Success: Growth and Increased Attendance Mark the Return of the Unified Event Visitor numbers rose by 30% compared to the 2024 edition. With over 110 exhibitors, […]
Nofima tested microalgae in feed for salmon. When Nofima researches sustainable feed for salmon, the process involves everything from when a new ingredient is delivered to the feed technology centre, to […]
AquaFarm 2025 joins NovelFarm & AlgaeFarm, for a strengthened synergy in the interests of innovation in sustainable food production. The 8th edition of the exhibition is scheduled February 12-13, 2025 at […]
MiAlgae announces appointment of Chris Haacke as Commercial Director. Haacke brings extensive experience in aquaculture and pet food markets. MiAlgae, an exciting Edinburgh-based company that grows algae using by-products from […]
Floating algae a raft for juvenile pelagic fish. Floating macroalgal acts as a raft that provides habitat for a diverse array of juvenile oceanic fish a new Griffith University-led study […]
Huge breeding potential in microalgae. Scientists have now shown that microalgae can grow faster and form more omega-3 if bred. This makes them even more interesting as a feed ingredient. At […]
Innovative MiAlgae champions growth of next generation biotech talent. Scottish biotechnology innovator, MiAlgae, a producer of sustainable Omega-3 rich ingredients from algae, has announced new additions to its growing team. […]
EU organises first EU Algae Awareness Summit. From 5 to 7 October, the European Commission, the French Government, and the Global Seaweed Coalition will host the first-ever EU Algae Awareness Summit […]
Microalgae being explored as potential future food. Cawthron Institute has teamed up with biotechnology nutrition start-up NewFish, and Nelson-based marine engineering firm Kernohan Engineering to explore the nutritional properties of […]
MiAlgae launch NaturAlgae Expansion sees pioneering biotech company MiAlgae launch omega-3 product, NaturAlgae Leading biotech company MiAlgae has officially launched its omega-3 product NaturAlgae to market thanks to recent expansion […]
Cawthron Institute formalises global algae R&D partnerships A contingent of global algae experts gathered in Nelson, New Zealand, last week for a Cawthron Institute-hosted workshop focused on algae research, biomass production, geothermal resources, and production and application of algal bioactive compounds and components. Approximately fifty delegates from countries […]
Strategic partnership inked to commercialise microalgae protein potential. NewFish & Cawthron Institute have signed a strategic agreement to commercialise microalgae intellectual property into food nutrition with a focus on specialised proteins. […]
Development of algae-based fish substitutes. The Seafood Algternative project is developing algae-based fish substitutes thanks to the support of the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund. The project team of 10 […]
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