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High demand for genetic improvement programmes drives the expansion of the breeding team at the Center for Aquaculture Technologies. The Centre for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT), experts in aquatic animal genetics, […]
Study aims to produce lice-resistant salmon. £1.7m study aims to identify genetic mechanisms that could make Atlantic salmon resistant to a key parasite. Scientists aim to identify genes that could […]
Orkney Shellfish Hatchery’s MD to speak at European oyster conference following disease-testing success. Orkney Shellfish Hatchery, the multi-species aquaculture hatchery supplying premium shellfish products to the restoration market, has announced that its Managing Director, Dr Nik Sachlikidis, has […]
Benchmark secures salmon ova deal with Proximar. Benchmark Genetics will supply land-based salmon project Proximar with salmon ova for its production in Japan. Proximar is a Norwegian industry expert producing quality Atlantic […]
Partnership leads to innovative DNA test for Bonamia. A partnership between two of the most progressive aquaculture companies in Scotland has borne fruit with the successful development of an innovative […]
Partnership between Xelect and Orkney Shellfish Hatchery leads to new innovative DNA test for Bonamia. A partnership between two of the most progressive aquaculture companies in Scotland has borne fruit […]
Introducing GeneXpertise for trout breeders, a new service from Xelect. It’s a long held belief that the latest technologies should be for the many, not the few. There’s a lingering […]
Genetic resistance to lethal virus found in key farmed fish species. Resistance to a deadly disease that is affecting the second most farmed fish in the world has been found […]
SAIC appoints first sector advisory committee to steer new era. SAIC, the Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Cluster, has announced the appointment of its first sector advisory committee, drawing on the experience […]
New FAO-GFCM report on red coral. New GFCM publication showcases results of research programme on red coral in the Mediterranean Sea. Red coral (Corallium rubrum) is an emblematic species of […]
Long-term study proves the power of selective breeding in seabream: 76% genetic gain over 20 years. A new study published in Aquaculture documents a 76% genetic improvement in harvest weight […]
Marine Institute marks 70 years of global impact at Newport Research Facility. The Marine Institute is celebrating seven decades of its Newport Research Facility in Burrishoole, Co. Mayo, one of […]
Integrating genomic selection into Pacific oyster breeding programme. Australian Seafood Industries (ASI) is transitioning from traditional family-based selection to a fully operational genomic selection framework. Working in collaboration with the […]
Growth mapping project from Ace Aquatec shows patterns of success A pioneering project between Ace Aquatec and Hendrix Genetics is shifting the dial from mass fish monitoring to individualised growth strategies using […]
Salmon farming innovation drive nears £200 million. Innovation in Scotland’s salmon farming sector has surged to almost £200 million, an independent review has found. In total, 268 publicly supported projects worth […]
Marine Biological Association welcomes five new Fellows. The Marine Biological Association (MBA) is delighted to announce the appointment of five new Fellows: Robert Clark, Denise Adaoyibo Okpala, Dr Tom Pickerell, […]
Campbeltown pupils explore salmon sector careers. Hundreds of young people in Campbeltown have been given a hands-on introduction to the wide range of careers available across Scotland’s salmon sector. Around […]
LAXEY: Sustainable salmon farming in Vestmannaeyjar. Fish Focus’ latest feature follows our trip to the Icelandic archipelago, Vestmannaeyjar. After a good night’s sleep, we drove to Laxey, a land-based salmon-farming company, […]
£1.4m grant for ground-breaking University of Stirling salmon health study. A major new University of Stirling led study aiming to address one of the biggest issues in UK aquaculture has […]
SustainED brings professionals together to strengthen shrimp hatcheries in Ecuador amid environmental changes. Eleven experts shared practical tools to enhance health, efficiency, and sustainability in shrimp hatcheries. Over 100 representatives […]
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