Scientists address sea lice issues at national workshop. A workshop on sea lice that brought together researchers, industry, regulators and policy makers has sought to offer solutions to the growing […]
DNA modelling drives seabed sampling evolution. A new environmental-DNA (e-DNA) approach for monitoring the seabed conditions around marine fish farms could significantly speed up the assessment of sediment samples, enabling […]
Lantra takes the helm as host of Women in Scottish Aquaculture. New aquaculture lead joins from SAIC to continue network’s impact. Lantra Scotland, the training and skills body for land-based industries […]
Feed from gas project takes big step forward with pilot facility launch. A project aiming to transform food production and supply chains by creating animal feed from carbon dioxide and […]
International drive to standardise sea lice modelling takes shape. A consortium of researchers from Scotland, Norway and the Faroe Islands are working on a new benchmark testing tool that could […]
‘Virtual taxonomist’ in training to protect fish farms from toxic algal blooms. A hi-tech underwater device that scans water samples for potentially dangerous algae blooms – the first of its […]
WiSA seeks new host to ensure continuation of its impact. Women in Scottish Aquaculture (WiSA), a network dedicated to supporting the growth and development of women in the aquaculture sector, […]
SAIC secures £1.5 million funding package from the Scottish Government. The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has secured new funding to continue its support of fish health research and development […]
Funding booster for cleaner fish vaccination project. Research into the optimal formulation and delivery of vaccines to safeguard ballan wrasse from bacterial disease has been given a funding boost following […]
Novel sea lice vaccine research leaps forward to next stage. A team of experts investigating the potential of a pioneering vaccination against sea lice has secured funding to take its […]
Scottish pavilion at Aqua Nor hailed a resounding success. Three-quarters of Team Scotland cohort expect to see an increase in turnover after attending major conference. A collaborative Team Scotland trade […]
SAIC celebrates a decade of its impactful skills programmes The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has boosted the skillset of almost 500 individuals across the aquaculture sector since the launch […]
SAIC to deliver funding boost for aquaculture research in 2024. Seven innovation projects awarded R&D support for fish health and wellbeing. The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) is supporting further […]
Diet supplement could turn back the clock on salmon health risks. A diet supplement already consumed by humans for its anti-ageing benefits could be used to help salmon digest feed […]
Holographic cameras bring sea lice early warning system into focus. A team of researchers in Scotland is exploring the use of holographic 3D imaging, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) […]
Scottish aquaculture mission to Norway aims for global growth. A Scottish Government-backed delegation is travelling to Norway this week to showcase the strength of the country’s aquaculture supply chain and […]
High expectations for hemp-based salmon feed after successful first trial. A team of UK researchers is taking the next steps towards using hemp seed as a sustainable protein source for […]
SAIC consortium membership grows two-fold since doubling down on sustainability. The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has seen its membership double since rebranding in 2021 to reflect its increased focus […]
SAIC supports 100th aquaculture project following latest funding call. The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has announced support for a further six innovation projects valued at £2.5 million, bringing the […]