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EDITOR'S NOTE

"Kelp and seaweed farming offers a lot of growth potential, not only for its low-cost operation but its sustainability and ocean health properties. If only the regulatory side can keep up and support this growth in North America. "

Jean Ko Din, Editor

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Ohio shrimp, tilapia farm joins Great Lakes initiative to use 100% of seafood harvested

OceanArc Technologies is the third Ohio-based aquaculture company to join a pledge to use 100 percent of the seafood they raise in the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes Initiative is an international effort to develop...

NOAA releases new aquaculture gear guide

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is establishing regulations for shellfish cages, fish netpens, and kelp long lines, in a new technical memo for decision-makers and resource managers.

FDA approves Phibro broad spectrum antibiotic

Phibro Animal Corp., a leader in animal health and nutrition, has announced the approval of its Paqflor broad-spectrum antibiotic premix. This 50 percent (500 g/kg) florfenicol premix helps prevent bacteria by interfering with protein synthesis.

Innovasea partners with Mila on new fish tracking AI tools

Innovasea, a leader in technology for aquaculture and fish tracking, is partnering with Mila Quebec to develop artificial intelligence (AI) for sustainable fish tracking, protection, and production.

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Poultry By-Product Meal: A Sustainable Protein Alternative for Aquaculture

Research from the Oceanic Institute shows poultry by-product meal can replace fishmeal at up to 45% in shrimp diets with no loss of growth. This sustainable, cost-effective ingredient offers a high-quality protein source for aquaculture, supporting fish and shrimp nutrition while reducing reliance on traditional fishmeal sources.

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Genetics

Analytics, genetics tech chart new direction for aquaculture

Analytics software, networked sensors and even new gene editing tools will continue to transform the aquaculture industry. For some fish farming operations, technology adoption could mean the difference between thriving and just surviving.

Trout farmer to upgrade ops with RAS, genetics program

Technology can certainly improve operations and output, but taking a cue from salmon farmers, one Eastern Canadian trout farm company is looking to reduce risk and improve its product through a combination of new tech...