Regulatory burden costs U.S. aquaculture $807M yearly, study finds
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Editor's Note 
 
This newsletter is packed with important stories you won’t be able to resist clicking on. An op-ed on DOGE cuts, the effects of regulatory burden on the U.S. aquaculture industry, the net pen farming ban bill in Oregon, and more.
- Seyitan Moritiwon, Associate editor
 
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Regulatory burden costs U.S. aquaculture $807M yearly, study finds

A study to analyze the effects of the regulatory framework across U.S. aquaculture has shown an annual loss in revenue of $807 million (adjusted for national coverage, in 2023 USD).


Oregon considers net pen farming ban amid environmental concerns

Oregon, the only West Coast state that permits net pen farming, could ban it if a bill is passed into law. Rep. Mark Gamba, D-Milwaukie, who is sponsoring House Bill 2965, said the practice of net pens can degrade aquatic ecosystems and harm native fish populations.


Atlantic Canada Fish Farmers Association welcomes new leader

The Atlantic Canada Fish Farmers Association (ACFFA) has appointed Tom Taylor as its new executive director. Taylor has over 25 years of experience in the aquaculture sector and has served on different industry boards, including as chair of the board of directors of ACFFA since 2018.


 
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From the Editor: Elephant in the room

I’ve tried many times to write this column in a way that told the truth about the reality that many in the U.S. sector are facing right now. But at the same time, I refuse to risk the individuals who are directly affected. More than a week ago now, I attended the triennial Aquaculture 2025 meeting (March 6-10) in New Orleans, La. » Read More...
 
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Unlocking the data

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Sustainability 
 

Hope floats for sustainable aquaculture in docuseries

Martha Stewart may be a household name but it’s not typically associated with aquaculture. This may soon change with the launch of a new documentary series that puts the spotlight on some of the world’s innovators in sustainable seafood harvesting and production. » Read more

Eliza Harrison’s mission in Ocean Rainforest to address climate change with seaweed aquaculture

Every workday is different for Eliza Harrison. But it’s typically split between being hands-on in the field and paperwork in the office all dedicated to the advancement of seaweed development. » Read more

 
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Canadian associations respond to U.S. tariffs, call for change in aquaculture policy

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Seagriculture Asia-Pacific

March 18-20, 2025
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42nd Annual Salmonid Restoration Conference

April 29-May 2, 2025
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