In three days, the triennial Aquaculture 2016, one of the largest aquaculture conferences and trade shows in the world, will take place in Las Vegas, USA. The event combines the annual meetings of the World Aquaculture Society, National Shellfisheries Association, Fish Culture Section of the American Fisheries Society and the National Aquaculture Association.

 

We've picked 13 other events that are slated in February, March, April and May, one of them a three-day course on food and feed drying technology in early May in Norway.

 

 

EVENTS

 

 

Aquaculture 2016

February 22 – 26, 2016

Las Vegas, Nevada

 

Held every three years in selected places in the US, this year's Triennial returns to Las Vegas. It is one of the largest aquaculture conferences and trade shows in the world with around 200 booths and nearly 4,000 attendees from over 90 countries.

 

In addition to the annual meetings of the main sponsors, other annual meetings of different association will take place at Aquaculture 2016 including the US Chapter of World Aquaculture Society, the National Aquaculture Association, and the US Aquaculture Suppliers Association; the American Tilapia Association; the Striped Bass Growers Association; and the US Trout Farmers Association.

 

There will also be special sessions organised by the Aquacultural Engineering Society and International Association of Aquaculture Economics and Management.

 

The last Triennial was held in 2013 in Nashville where it was pronounced a huge success by the nearly 3,000 people who attended.

 

Aquaculture 2016 is being touted as the place to learn about the latest in aquaculture and see the newest technology in the trade show.

 

Sample topics include shrimp nutrition, aquaculture engineering, open ocean aquaculture, sea lice, GMO fish and shellfish, tilapia, pond fertilization and fish larvaeculture, finfish breeding, probiotics in aquaculture;

 

Biotechnology, stock enhancement, fish transport, hatchery technology, freshwater pond aquaculture, small-scale aquaculture, urban aquaculture; market-driven aquaculture, aquaculture economics, organic aquaculture and future opportunities, feeds, and Latin American and Caribbean aquaculture.

 

For more info, log on to https://www.was.org/meetings/pdf/AQ2016RegBro.pdf.

 

 

Responsible aquaculture for food security and economic progress

Feb 29 – March 11, 2016

Wageningen, The Netherlands

 

This 12-day course aims to:

 

* train policy makers, researchers, teachers, extension officers, farm managers and private sector representatives in making strategic sector management plans in line with the FAO ecosystem approach to aquaculture;

* orient them about the possibilities and design principles of more intensive aquaculture techniques such as recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS);

* make them familiar with better management practices and certification standards that are growing in importance on the western food market.

 

The course is organised by Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation in cooperation with Wageningen University and private companies.

 

For more info, log on to https://www.wageningenur.nl/en/activity/CDIcourse_aquaculture_2016.htm.

 

 

11th North Atlantic Seafood Forum

March 1-3, 2016

Bergen, Norway

 

The North Atlantic Seafood Forum is reputedly the world's largest seafood business conference, and a leading executive meeting place for the seafood industry. To be held in Bergen, Norway, on March 1-3 2016, the NASF is expected to attract around 700 delegates from more than 35 countries and 350 companies.

 

NASF is a broad annual industry event covering all major facets of the seafood sectors. NASF focuses on the key network between cutting-edge innovation, technology, research, policy, finance, trade and commercialisation. The 11th conference in 2016 is an excellent opportunity to meet and interact with the leading world seafood operators, and other key players, along with financial institutions from the world's largest seafood capital market, all in the same venue. Around 100 speakers will present papers in 10 seminars over three days.

 

Bergen is the world's marine capital. The University of Bergen's Uni Research and Nansen Centre—together with the Institute of Marine Research—are also among the strongest marine research communities worldwide.

 

For more info, contact Henriette Kofoed Gjeldvik at + 47 22 87 88 14 or e-mail her at henriette@paretosec.com. Log on to http://www.nor-seafood.com.

 

 

Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America

March 6-8, 2016

Boston, USA

 

Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, North America's largest seafood trade exposition catering to seafood buyers in every market category including retail, restaurant, catering, food service and processing, will be held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Boston, USA, on March 6-8.

 

It is a venue to meet with suppliers from around the world and source seafood, new products, equipment and services to meet your business needs, as well as a marketplace for reaching seafood buyers and processors in the US and North American market.

 

The exposition features over 1,200 exhibiting companies from more than 40 countries. Exhibitors supply nearly every type of fish, seafood, and seafood-related product or service including fresh fish and seafood, frozen fish and seafood, value-added seafood, processed and packaged fish and seafood, processing and packaging equipment, freight forwarders and logistical services, and seafood-industry service providers. Over 20,680 seafood professionals attended the exposition in 2015.

 

The expo exhibits the newest seafood products available in North America, awards the year's best new products, and presents issues, new regulations, innovations and trends from industry thought leaders.

 

The expo also features a conference program with over 20 educational sessions presented by top industry experts. Attendees will be able to access engaging and practical information covering the most important and timely issues relevant to today's seafood business environment.

 

The expo is organised by Diversified Communications and sponsored by the National Fisheries Institute.

 

For more information, visit www.seafoodexpo.com/north-america.

2nd Middle East Aquaculture 2016

Mar 13 – 15, 2016

Dubai, UAE

 

The 2nd Middle East Aquaculture event (MEA16) has been conceived to benefit the industry professionals working in the Middle East, gather aquaculture experts from the Middle East, and showcase the latest innovative products. MEA16 caters to the academic aquaculture experts, Middle East producers/farmers, suppliers, and other industry professionals.

 

The event this year will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre on March 13-15 (Sunday-Tuesday). Activities will include specific topical industry sessions and technical sessions (conference). The focus of MEA16 is on the most important industry issues affecting key Middle East aquaculture producing countries. It is an aquaculture conference whereby timely topical and regionally relevant sessions are tailored to enhance scientific and industrial representation and participation.

 

Topics to be discussed at the conference will include: barramundi, grouper and other marine species; shrimp; and specific focus on RAS and new species in the Middle East.

 

For information on sponsorship, contact mario@marevent.com.

 

 

Aqua Middle East Summit 2016

March 13 – 15, 2016

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

 

Endorsed by the UAE Ministry of Environment and Water and in partnership with the World Aquaculture Society, the Aqua Middle East Summit is attended by representatives of the local and international aquaculture industry, who deliberate on the business of aquaculture and its returns for investors.

 

Key topics to be discussed at the Aqua Middle East Summit 2016 include:

 

-- Algal aquaculture & biology

-- Amphibian and reptile aquaculture

-- Animal health and welfare

-- Aquaponics and integrated aquaculture-agriculture systems

-- Arid land aquaculture

-- Policy and regulations

-- Processing technology

-- Wastage utilisation

-- Water quality and usage

 

AquaME 2015 proved to be a successful inaugural event. All three days saw buyers witnessing over 850 innovative products from over 220 local and international companies with many of them conducting exclusive launches. Due to the success of 2015, 50% of the show has already been booked for 2016. 

 

AquaME 2016 will be held atTrade Centre 2 of the Dubai International Exhibition Centre on March 13 – 15.

 

For more info, log on to http://www.agramiddleeast.com/en/Aqua/.

 

 

International Conference on Marine Science & Aquaculture 2016 (ICOMSA)

March 23 – 24, 2016

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

 

The International Conference on Marine Science & Aquaculture, or ICOMSA, is an annual event that was formerly known as International Seminar on Marine Science and Aquaculture, or ISOMSA. ICOMSA 2016 will be held at the Pacific Sutera, Sutera Harbour Resort, in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, on March 23-24, 2016.

 

COMSA 2016 will provide a platform for scientists to present, discuss and share their research findings and experiences related to the theme "Nurturing Innovation Ecosystems for Sustainable Oceans and Societal Wellbeing" at the international level.

 

Diverse topics will be discussed including fish health management, integrated aquaculture and aquaponics, halal aquaculture, and aquaculture faming and production.

 

Registration can be done online at http://www.ums.edu.my/ipmb/icomsa.

 

You may also contact the organiser, Borneo Marine Research Institute, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, at tel. +60-88-320 000 ext. 2589, fax +60-88-320261 or e-mail icomsa@ums.edu.my.

 

 

Aquafeed Horizons Asia

March 29, 2016

Bangkok, Thailand

 

Part of the Aquafeed Horizons Conferences, this event will be held in Room 214/215 of the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand, on March 29, 2016.  Aquafeed Horizons Asia will help arm delegates with knowledge on the latest advances in feeds to meet the challenges facing this sector. International experts will present programs on topics from sustainability and ingredient selection to manufacturing issues.

 

Aquafeed.com, the organiser, will honor achievements in the advancement of aquafeed development with the Aquafeed Innovation Award. Aquafeed Horizons Asia will be held in cooperation with the FIAAP/VICTAM/GRAPAS Asia 2016 feed and grain trade shows, with support by the Thai Ministry of Agriculture & Co-Operatives, Thai Department of Livestock Development, Thai Department of Fisheries, Thai Feed Mill Association, Thai Rice Processing Association, Thai Petfood Industry Association, Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Thai Conventions & Exhibition Bureau.

 

For inquiries, you may call +66-2-726-1999. Log on to http://feedconferences.com.

 

 

Offshore Mariculture Conference Europe

Barcelona, Spain

April 6-7, 2016

 

Held annually for two days, this year's Offshore Mariculture Conference Europe, which is its sixth edition, will be held on April 6-7 in Barcelona, Spain. It targets fish farmers who are growing their offshore fish farming business or those looking to move their business offshore.

 

The conference will give insight, depth and practical advice on how to increase revenue and return. It will give an opportunity to meet with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, expand your knowledge and find out about the latest developments in this fast-growing sector. It will examine the progress and prospects for farming offshore and will include the latest legislation, technical advances and investment opportunities which affect the day-to-day running and profitability of the offshore farming business.

 

The conference is also a venue for all suppliers to the aquaculture and offshore mariculture industry who want to meet with European and international fish farmers to promote their products and latest technologies. 

 

To register, contact Cheryl Sweed, senior events sales executive of Offshore Mariculture Conference, at

+44 1329 825335 or csweed@mercatormedia.com.

 

For more info, log on to www.offshoremariculture.com/europe/.

 

 

4th International Symposium on Genomics in Aquaculture

April 20 – 22, 2016

Athens, Greece

 

The fourth Genomics in Aquaculture symposium will take place in Athens, Greece on April 20 to 22. The scientific coordination is done by Nordland University (Norway) and the Institute of Marine Biology, Biotechnology and Aquaculture of the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research (Greece).

 

Aquaculture is among the fastest growing food-production sector, contributing to approximately 50% of all seafood consumed worldwide. In spite of the notable progress in developing genomic resources during the last decade, the application of genomics for improved aquaculture practices is still in its infancy. In addition, the research community in this field is still scattered. The aim of the GIA2016 is to bring together scientists from different fields to discuss the state-of-the art genomic studies applied to aquaculture and to foster innovative research ideas and collaborations.

 

The conference will offer a high-quality meeting with leading key-note speakers but where young researchers are strongly encouraged to participate. A selection of papers will be published in a special issue of "Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology – Part D: Genomics and Proteomics". 

 

 

Seafood Expo Global

April 26 –28, 2016

Brussels, Belgium

 

Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global ((formerly the European Seafood Exposition/Seafood Processing Europe) is reputedly the world's largest seafood trade event, featuring more than 1,700 exhibiting companies from over 70 countries. Exhibitors supply all types of fish, seafood and seafood-related products or services. Attendees travel from 150 countries to do business at the three-day event.

 

This is an opportunity to find new products; source all varieties of seafood, seafood products, services and equipment from around the world; connect with industry professionals; and sharebest practices.

 

Organised by Diversified Communications, Seafood Expo Global is a must-attend for those who want to do business with the global seafood industry.

 

For more info, log on to http://www.seafoodexpo.com/global/about/seafood-expo-global.

 

 

Asia-Pacific Aquaculture 2016

April 26-29, 2016

Surabaya, Indonesia

  

The Asia-Pacific Aquaculture 2016 is a major platform for world aquaculture leaders. Aquaculture in the Asia-Pacific region is a rapidly expanding business venture providing employment in rural and coastal areas and contributing to the growth of their respective economies. "Profitability, Sustainability and Responsibility for the Future" will be the theme of APA 2016.

 

Almost all the Asian uprising economies will gather to discuss about the latest developments, newest technologies in a period where recent climate changes have become a challenge for the industry. It will be an exceptional prospect for academics as well as aquaculture experts to enhance and share their knowledge, have peer engagements, widen the network, and expand the vision. It will also be a perfect international platform for industry to meet with potential business partners and acquire new markets.

 

Hosted by the Ministry of Marine Affairs & Fisheries (MMAF), APA 2016 will be held on April 26-29 at Grand City, Surabaya, Indonesia. With more than 17,000 islands and with an achievement of around 50% production increase by utilising only a 20% area increase for the last five years, Indonesia is undoubtedly the prominent location for the world to gather and share the latest developments on aquaculture. 

 

APA 2016 will also include IndoAqua 2016, FITA 2016 and International Symposium on Tilapia (ISTA) 2016. A special industry session consisting of up-to-date applied technologies for Indonesian aquaculture producers and technical sessions covering all aspects of Indonesian and South Asian aquaculture will be part of APA 2016.

 

The core of APA 2016 is the plenary sessions featuring leading scientists in the field of aquaculture. One of them is Dr. Endhay Kontara, who is a senior research scientist at MMAF and a prominent figure in Indonesian aquaculture. He will talk on "Indonesian Aquaculture: Profitability, Sustainability and Responsibility for the Future".

 

Another is Prof. Chalor Limsuwan of Kasetsart University in Bangkok, Thailand, whose career of over 30 years in the shrimp industry. He will speak on "Lesson Learned from Thailand and Other Countries on Shrimp Culture Management". With an exceptional knowledge in shrimp culture and disease prevention, the plenary session will be a data mine for personnel with applicability to the shrimp industry. With the changes in the climate and pathogenic challenges, his talk will address the major complications in the shrimp industry.

 

For more info on this event visit: www.was-apc.org or www.was.org. For trade show info and sponsorship contact: Mario@marevent.com. For online registration www.was-apc.org. 

 

 

Aquaculture Extrusion Technology short course

May 9 – 11, 2016

Ås, Norway

 

This three-day course, which will be held at the Centre for Feed Technology (FôrTek), Arboretvn 10, N-1432, Ås (near Oslo), covers the principles of extrusion, the design of extrusion processes, and the formulation of extruded aquafeeds. Principles learned will be demonstrated using the extruder in the Centre for Feed Technology pilot plant.

 

The course will cover topics from the basics of extruders and their configuration, through what is happening chemically and physically inside the extruder barrel, to an understanding of extruder dies and extruder instability. Examples in product formulation and the design of extrusion processes will be included to demonstrate application of the theory.

 

Principles learned will be applied during the practical demonstration on Day 2. Important aspects of peripheral systems (e.g., raw materials pre-processing, preconditioning, product drying) are also covered.

 

For more info, log on to http://fie.com.au/events/aquafeed-extrusion-norway.

 

 

Food and Feed Drying Technology

May 12 – 13, 2016

Ås, Norway

 

Drying is one of the most common operations in food and feed production. It is used across virtually every sector/commodity. It is critical to the quality and/or functionality of many products, and it is one of the most energy-intensive process operations. Yet it is often poorly understood and inefficient.

 

This short course in drying technology combines the practical perspective of experienced industry professionals with the in-depth technical knowledge of drying processes.

 

The course will start by explaining water activity in products, and how it relates to both the quality/preservation of the product and the efficiency of the drying process. It will then go on to the basics of drying theory and how this theory relates to practical application. Different types of drying systems will be explained.  Principles of psychrometrics will be combined with heat and mass balance techniques to analyse and design drying processes, demonstrated using practical examples.

 

On Day 2, more advanced drying concepts will be explained, using practical examples to demonstrate how drying curves can be modeled and predicted based on real data. Quality issues in dried products will also be discussed in more detail, and a case study presented to show how existing drying processes can be improved.  The program will finish with a series of case studies about different drying technologies.

 

This course is about understanding the drying technologies used commonly across the food and feed industries and how one can use that understanding to improve current processes and products, or design/select new systems that are both effective and efficient.

 

Venue of the course, which will be presented in English, is the Centre for Feed Technology (FôrTek), located at Arboretvn 10, N-1432, Ås (near Oslo).

 

For more info, log on to http://fie.com.au/events/drying-norway.