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Friday, September 4, 2020
Signify, ScaleAQ collaborate on lighting systems for sustainable fish farming
Signify (previously known as Philips Lighting) and ScaleAQ have formed a global strategic partnership for sustainable aquaculture solutions. Together the two companies will improve fish welfare and yield for fish farmers by providing an opt ...
Friday, August 14, 2020
Western Australia gov't rejects companies' bids to build new fish nursery
The West Australian government has rejected two private companies' tenders to build a new fish nursery in Geraldton, saying they offered no value for money.
Sunday, August 9, 2020
US court blocks plans for Gulf of Mexico's floating fish farms
On August 2, the US 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans blocked recent federal rules that would have allowed offshore aquaculture operations for the first time in the Gulf of Mexico, NOLA reported.
Sunday, July 19, 2020
Cambodia urges sustainable aquaculture as fish yield drops
Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Sen urged farmers to engage in sustainable aquaculture activities to boost domestic production, and in turn, aid the national economy, Khmer Times reported.
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Cold Ocean Salmon's fish cage site in Newfoundland tests positive for anemia virus
Cold Ocean Salmon, a division of Cooke Aquaculture, said one of its marine cage sites in Newfoundland, Canada, was found positive for the infectious salmon anemia virus, CBC News reported on Monday, July 13.
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Several Taiwanese shrimp, crayfish farms hit by DIV1 virus
A highly infectious virus has hit two shrimp farms and over 10 crayfish farms in Taiwan, CNA reported on June 18.
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Sustainability report categorises 73% of fish, meat and dairy companies as high-risk
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic serves as a wake-up call for modern animal production systems which may potentially contribute to zoonotic diseases risk, according to FAIRR, a network of global investors that aims to create awareness over env ...
Saturday, May 30, 2020
Indonesia to provide US$69 million aid for fisheries, aquaculture farmers
Indonesia's Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Ministry has proposed a IDR1.02 trillion (US$69 million) incentive package for small scale fishermen and aquaculture farmers hit by the COVID-19 crisis, reported The Jakarta Post.
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
First phase started for setup of US$130 million Norwegian fish farm
Work has begun this month on the first phase of Salmon Evolution's kr1.3 billion (US$130 million) fish farm at an abandoned quarry at Indre Harøy on the west coast of Norway, SeafoodSource reported.
Monday, May 25, 2020
EU adopts new strategy that cuts use of microbials, pesticides in fish and animal farming
The European Commission has adopted what it calls a Farm to Fork Strategy for a fair, healthy and environmentally friendly food system, the EC said in a news release.
Saturday, May 23, 2020
Austral Fisheries launches sustainability-focused start-up programme
Austral Fisheries is starting an "accelerator" programme to help start-ups centering on sustainability-focused innovation in the seafood sector, reported SeafoodSource.
Friday, May 22, 2020
Novel feeds for fish crucial for sustainable aquaculture, says research
A new research that predicted future aquaculture production has found that it could grow between 37 and 98%, depending on consumer preferences, Science Daily reports.
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Frozen seafood supports US fishing sector amid COVID-19 crisis
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues, frozen fish sticks and canned salmon are once again in demand, forcing a change of market for the US fishing sector that usually turns to restaurants to serve their fresh seafood, reported Reuters.
Saturday, May 9, 2020
GLOBALG.A.P. joins FishChoice.com for aquaculture sustainability
GLOBALG.A.P. formed a new partnership with FishChoice.com as a Seafood Sustainability Certification Partner to promote sustainability in the global seafood sector, reported PerishableNews.com.
Saturday, May 2, 2020
Gov't sets aside GBP10 million as support for England's fishing businesses amid pandemic
England has made available a £10-million support fund for the country's fishing and aquaculture sectors amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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