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EDITOR'S NOTE

"Over Labour Day weekend, we heard news from Min. Joanne Thompson that B.C.'s final draft for the transition away from salmon net pens is almost ready to be published. Once again, the B.C. industry waits with bated breath. "

Jean Ko Din, Editor

News

BioMar launches new feed for waterborne feeding systems

BioMar is introducing a new feed solution, POWER H2O. The product is customized for waterborne feeding systems, the company said on its website.

Grieg Seafood's interim CEO will remain permanently

Grieg Seafood has announced in their Q2 webcast that Nina Willumsen Grieg will remain as CEO permanently. She has been interim CEO since March, after taking over from Andreas Kvame.

Ontario aquaculture valued at C$65M in 2024 – rainbow trout dominant species

Aquaculture played a crucial role in Ontario’s economy in 2024, bringing in an estimated total gross value of C$65.8 million (US$47.9 million). Rainbow trout remained the dominant species.

FishPros Network: How federal professionals (and others) can transition into aquaculture careers

As funding cuts and agency shifts ripple through federal agencies, many seasoned professionals are finding themselves at a crossroads. A growing number are looking toward private industry, and specifically aquaculture, for their next career move.

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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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Antibiotics

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.

USDA develops antibiotic alternative for strep in hybrid striped bass

The United States Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) has developed an alternative treatment for Streptococcus iniae in hybrid striped bass.