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New rapid PCR testing system to detect oyster diseases. Aquaculture researchers in Scotland are developing a PCR method that will help detect the presence of a range of diseases and […]
New project seeks to sharpen up cleaner fish vaccinations. A team of UK researchers has received funding to optimise the formulation and delivery of a key vaccination given to protect […]
New tool to improve ‘cleaner fish’ welfare in salmon farming. Researchers at the University of Stirling have developed a new tool that fish farmers can use to improve the welfare […]
Collaboration in focus as SAIC launches networking hub. The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) is launching a new digital forum to encourage collaboration among its consortium members, promoting cross-industry networking […]
Genetic discovery in fight against fish disease. A team of international aquaculture researchers has made a significant breakthrough with the identification of two new genetic markers that indicate greater resistance […]
Cleaner fish project looks for candidates with a bold personality. Aquaculture initiative to determine optimal conditions for Ballan wrasse-salmon interaction. It has long been thought that people’s personality traits determine […]
Scottish start-up wins contract to support Silicon Valley alternative protein trials. SalmoSim, a salmon simulator start-up, has secured its first commercial contract with California-based Calysta, supporting trials for a sustainable […]
SAIC strengthens scientific panel with five new appointments. The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has bolstered its Independent Scientific Panel (SISP) by recruiting five industry experts to join the board, […]
A new wave of talent. Scotland’s next generation encouraged to consider careers in aquaculture. An inspirational new employment campaign has been launched today (22nd January), designed to encourage young people […]
Scottish consortium spearheads rainbow trout vaccine. A consortium in Scotland is taking a significant step toward the development of a commercial vaccine for Rainbow Trout Fry Syndrome (RTFS) – a […]
New vaccine on the horizon for rainbow trout. A consortium in Scotland is taking a significant step toward the development of a commercial vaccine for Rainbow Trout Fry Syndrome (RTFS) […]
Aquaculture genetics consortium to tackle industry challenges. A major research collaboration between academic and industry scientists aims to boost selective breeding of stocks of vital UK aquaculture species. The £1.7 […]
SAIC appoints first female chair to its scientific panel. The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has appointed animal health expert Professor Julie Fitzpatrick OBE, FRSE as the first female Chairperson […]
Scottish project to develop offshore salmon pens. Scotland’s aquaculture sector could expand beyond inshore waters in the next few years, in a move that could boost the sector’s economic value […]
The first fast track salmon farm managers have graduated from the unique training programme run by major fish farming and processing company, Marine Harvest. After a 75-week intensive scheme covering […]
Scottish Cabinet Secretary visits Orkney to see progress of new high-energy Cooke Aquaculture site The Scottish Government’s Cabinet Secretary for Rural Economy, Fergus Ewing, recently visited Cooke Aquaculture’s Orkney headquarters […]
A ground breaking breeding programme by Scottish Sea Farms, alongside Marine Harvest Scotland, has received a Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) award. In collaboration with the University of […]
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