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The article focuses on a research project examining the potential of microbial oils to enhance viral immunity in farmed salmon. Topics include the immune response of lumpfish to different feed ingredients, the role of Omega-3 fatty acids in fish health, and the implications for aquaculture practices in disease prevention.

The article focuses on the Maine Aquaculture Hub's 2024 Women in Aquaculture Series, which addresses workforce shortages through diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Topics include tailored workshops for women and nonbinary aquaculturists, challenges related to gender barriers in the industry, and the development of supportive networks.

The article focuses on the ongoing challenges and innovations in combating sea lice within the aquaculture industry. Topics include the exploration of vaccines and genetic editing technologies, the use of cleaner fish such as lumpfish for sea lice control, and the development of a new benchmarking tool, SAVED (Sustainable Aquaculture: Validating Ectoparasite Dispersal Models), to improve sea lice management strategies.

The article details the development of a mobile seaweed laboratory initiated by Anoushka Concepcion in response to the growing need for industry-applicable research and training within Connecticut's seaweed aquaculture sector. Topics discussed include the purpose of the mobile lab, its role in providing accessible training, and plans for conducting in-person training sessions across Connecticut, New York, and potentially Rhode Island.

The article focuses on New Brunswick's Minister of Agriculture, Aquaculture, and Fisheries, Margaret Johnson, discussing the province's history and dedication to the growth of salmon aquaculture; in an interview on the Salmon Farming: Inside & Out podcast, Minister Johnson emphasizes the importance of aquaculture, its regulation through various government bodies, and the thriving oyster industry in New Brunswick, showcasing the region's high-quality products and international recognition.

The article offers information on the revival and study of Indigenous aquaculture in North America, focusing on the historical practice of "clam gardens" created by Pacific Northwest Indigenous people. Topics include the appreciation of Native communities' aquaculture expertise, political clashes in Washington state and British Columbia hindering understanding, and the progress being made by Native communities in farming finfish, shellfish, and seaweed for economic diversity.

The article focuses on Sustainable Blue, a Nova Scotia-based aquaculture company recognized for its zero-discharge recirculating aquaculture system (zRAS) technology. Topics include the innovative zRAS technology, the Sustainable Blue's proven track record in Nova Scotia, and the company's strategic growth plans, raising both support and questions within the aquaculture industry.

The article discusses the evolution of Mt. Lassen California Trout & Steelhead, a family-owned trout farming company, and the transition of leadership to Katie Mackey Harris, who shares her experiences as a woman in the aquaculture industry. Topics include the company's natural flow-through farming methods, a recent processing facility addition, and Mackey Harris's perspective on gender diversity in the industry.

The article focuses on the importance of vessel stability when operating small boats, particularly in aquaculture settings, to ensure safe and effective operations. Topics include understanding the differences between list and heel, recognizing how hull shape and displacement affect stability, and emphasizing the need for vessel stability assessments and proper load securing to prevent capsizing incidents.

The article focuses on the progress and challenges of farming sablefish in the United States. It discussed the pilot research project, conducted by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries, the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe, and the University of Washington, has achieved success in developing sustainable practices for sablefish farming as well as social and political opposition to aquaculture poses uncertainties for the future commercial rollout of sablefish farming in the country.

The article discusses the growing recognition of fish sentience in aquaculture, emphasizing the need to integrate fish welfare into production practices. Topics discussed include the scientific investigation of fish sentience, the evolution of welfare standards and education in aquaculture, and the role of specialized training and regulations in maintaining fish health and well-being.

The article covers Fisheries and Oceans Canada's plan to ban net-pen salmon farming in British Columbia within five years, stirring significant industry backlash. Topics discussed include the economic impacts of reduced salmon supply, Indigenous criticism of the transition plan's feasibility, and parallels with Washington's aquaculture challenges.

The article focuses on a two-year, 324,000 U.S. dollars grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for Southern Illinois University researchers to enhance aquaculture methods for largemouth bass. Topics include reducing cannibalism among the fish, improving feeding practices, and studying the nitrogen cycles in aquaculture ponds to ensure environmental sustainability.

The article focuses on the legal action taken by two First Nations in British Columbia against the Canadian government and fish farm companies over the extension of fish farm licenses. Topics include the impact on wild salmon populations, alleged violations of Aboriginal rights, and concerns over inadequate government consultation.

The article focuses on how adjusting light conditions and fish densities can reduce aggressiveness in lumpfish, which is crucial for their role in salmonid farming. Topics include the effects of light and density adjustments on lumpfish behavior, the importance of lumpfish in managing sea lice in aquaculture, and the need for further research to optimize rearing practices and sustainability.

The article discusses about protecting and saving salmon farming and the future of the salmon industry in British Columbia. Topics include consultation process initiated by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) with the end-goal of developing a transition plan; the goal of the government is to advance innovation and growth in sustainable aquaculture in British Columbia; and economic impact of Covid-19 pandemic in salmon farming.

The article highlights Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston's controversial comments regarding Cooke Aquaculture's proposed expansion in Liverpool Bay, which drew criticism for potential influence on the independent review board's decision-making process. Topics discussed include concerns about political interference, the selection process of intervenors in the review, and the history of ARB decisions favoring industry despite opposition and scrutiny.

The article discusses the challenge of protecting cage and pen fisheries from invasive species. Topics discussed include the difference between exotic and invasive species, information about Integrated Multitrophic Aquaculture or IMTA, and opportunity for offshore aquaculture in the U.S. according to aquaculture specialist Michael Chambers.

The article reports on a program from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador (MUN) in Canada to mitigate the impact of climate-related challenges on salmon aquaculture. Topics mentioned include adaptation of salmon aquaculture production to climate change, development of functional and diagnostic assays for assessing fish health and immune function, and facilities that have allowed MUN researchers to conduct controlled environment research essential to the program's success.

The article offers information on Nova Sea's collaboration with Maritech Purchase & Sales for cloud software in seafood procurement. Topics include Nova Sea's decision to choose Maritech as a well-considered partner, the expected efficiency enhancement across various departments, and the positive collaboration outlook expressed by both parties.

The article discusses that Kingfish Maine has won a social licence to move forward with its proposed recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) facility to produce yellowtail kingfish. The residents of the lobstering community rejected a proposed moratorium on commercial aquaculture facilities. Maine has seen some opposition to aquaculture projects that have ranged from land-based RAS to an oyster farm that sought to increase its lease to 35 acres.

The article discusses that Hawaiians built fish ponds were built on O'ahu, Lana'i, Maui, and Kauai islands. The rock-walled fish ponds took advantage of tidal flows on shallow reefs to capture fish. Freshwater run-off from the irrigated agricultural terraces and natural streams and springs brought nutrients to the pond, which stimulated the growth of plankton and algae, creating a productive nursery for many species of fish.

The article discusses that Canadian aquaculture startup, Izumi Aquaculture, has developed its own concept of rainbow trout farm for six years in Ontario, improving the technology and methods to raise rainbow trout with a unique method in a unique location. To supply fingerlings, Izumi Aquaculture has purchased Linwood Acres Trout Farm near Port Hope, Ontario, and began adapting it into a fingerling production hatchery to meet their growing need.

The article discusses the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave for qualified employees and Maternity Leave for employees that do not qualify for FMLA leave. Under this act, employees are required to use their accrued sick and annual leave so that they are paid. To qualify for FMLA, an employee has to be employed for at least 12 months and have worked 1,250 hours or more during that time. Employees who do not meet this criterion, qualify for Maternity Leave.

The article reports that Cooke Aquaculture has dropped its court appeal against the Washington DNR over lease denials for fish farms in Puget Sound, citing challenges in obtaining necessary records and asserting the closure led to job losses among fish farming professionals.

The article focuses on new research from the University of Auckland, in collaboration with The Nature Conservancy, providing evidence that seaweed and mussel farming positively impacts wild fish by serving as potential breeding grounds and nursery habitat.

The article focuses on Lauren Enz, a former Kingfish Company VP, who has founded Searenity Seafoods with the aim of connecting and representing sustainable, land-based fish farms with consumers in North America, emphasizing her commitment to high-quality, sustainable, and responsible fish farming.

The article focuses on the Nova Scotia government's announcement of expanding a coastal classification system to assess aquaculture suitability for shellfish operations, aiming to enhance transparency for fish farm sites, with an online platform set to go live in March 2025.

The article reports on how a mandate to close farms in British Columbia, Canada affected salmon farmers. Topics mentioned include announcement by Bernadette Jordan of Fisheries and Oceans Canada in December 2020 that farming sites around the Discovery Island archipelago must be free of all fish by June 30, 2022, contribution of Mowi Canada West salmon farm operator to the food bank, and the significance of salmon farming in British Columbia according to the B.C. Salmon Farmers Association.

The article focuses on recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) being used by sturgeon farmer I.J. Won before RAS made headline as technology for salmon farming. Topics discussed include issues of automatic actuators and sensors abounded in RAS farms, collapse of wild sturgeon trade in the 1990s and hope from RAS to raise fishes properly.

The article focuses on addressing the environmental and cost concerns related to the salmonid aquaculture industry's heavy reliance on wild-sourced fish meal and oil in feed production. Topics include the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s research progress in implementing plant-based feed additives and concentrates to reduce dependence on fish meal and oil.

The article offers information on the implementation of a laser deterrent system at Mississippi's Bear Creek Fisheries to address egret disruptions in feeding routines and the loss of up to 15 percent of the company's fish annually.

The article offers information on the removal of anti-salmon farming billboards around Ottawa following a complaint by the Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance (CAIA) of false advertising by Wild First, a non-governmental organization aimed at protecting wild Pacific salmon in British Columbia.

The article focuses on the challenges facing salmon farms in British Columbia due to government decisions and the need for realistic solutions. It explores a decline in wild salmon populations, the main driver is climate change and the solution lies in implementing new management practices considering the establishment of new in-ocean farms. It discussed practices such as using cleaner fish to combat sea lice, vaccinating cultured fish and implementing sustainable feeding techniques.

The article informs about fish farming into the open ocean has great aquaculture production potential economically and efficiently with the deciding factor for economic growth. Topics include Future of Food from the type of aquaculture can produce six times with policy reforms; and outbreaks of aquatic animal diseases related to intensive production practices projected reduction in growth rate; and reduced availability of water and suitable production locations with environmental regulations.

The article focuses on the Acadian Fish Farm in New Brunswick, which suffered a significant loss of fish due to a cold snap and equipment malfunctions. It mentions that Emmanuel Chiasson hopes for support from the provincial government and other agencies to improve the facility and sustain the business, as the farm faces challenges in rebuilding the inventory and maintaining customers.

The article focuses on the world's first industrial-scale sea site for combined salmon and seaweed production in northern Norway. It describes the collaboration between Folla Alger and Cermaq and it highlights the ongoing research on the project, including monitoring fish health and exploring the potential advantages of the combined operation. It mentions that the site welcomes other groups, including universities and researchers, to conduct their own experiments.

The article focuses on the Maine Aquaculture Association (MAA) providing aquaculture operators with a comprehensive financial manual, offering information on accessing loans and grants, including the diverse aquaculture sector represented by MAA such as land-based and sea-based operations.

The article focuses on Hawai'i's aquaculture sector achieving significant sales growth, including the untapped potential in aquaculture technology, the promising areas of algae cultivation, and the sector's call for more support, particularly from government agencies and lawmakers.

The article features efforts by Cherie Kauahi to bridge Indigenous and western aquaculture practices for food security, focusing on the restoration of Hawaiian fishponds and the challenges they face. Topics include the importance of data collection in the Great Lakes Region's aquaculture development and Teri King's innovative approaches to septic system education for water quality in shellfish farming.

The article discusses that the Wild Fish Conservancy and the media gathered to hear Hilary Franz, the commissioner of public lands for Washington State, declared that "commercial finfish aquaculture will no longer be practiced on Washington's public aquatic areas." It mentions that the last remaining commercial marine fish farms in a state that is well suited for marine aquaculture were eliminated by Commissioner Franz without consultation with the Department of Natural Resources.

The article focuses on the winners of WAFX overall winner of 2017 at the World Architecture Festival (WAF). Topics discussed include Hydroelectric Canal in Boston, Massachusetts with latest hydroelectric turbines to generate power from tidal movement and storm surges, Media City is a site-specific design for a multimedia-based industrial complex and Floating Ponds for ingenious proposal for an urban fish farm and provide new and sustainable method for food production.

The article focuses on an open letter addressed to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, urging him to reconsider the government's plan to phase out open-net pen fish farming highlighting the economic benefits, scientific evidence, and importance of salmon farming in providing jobs.

The article presents the discussion on Alabama having a reputation for cooking and serving delicious food. Topics include state's long agricultural history and warmer climate making Alabama a desirable place for catfish farming; and aeration being important and farmers often using electric or PTO-driven aerators for ensuring proper oxygen levels in the water.

The article discusses some important issues to consider when striving to optimize fish husbandry, establish and institute biosecurity protocols, and monitor the health of fish. Topics mentioned include the challenges of mortality monitoring and collection in cage-culture facilities, the use of underwater cameras for fish health monitoring, and the importance of removing mortalities from the rearing system immediately.

The article focuses on issues and challenges facing the aquaculture industry as fish farmers are experiencing feed as well as ecosystem constraints. Several topics being discussed include the increase in fish farm production to meet growing global demand for seafood as well as supply and demand of products from wild fisheries.

The article focuses on the introduction of the Marine Donut, a closed fish farm structure designed to be cost efficient and environmentally friendly. It reports that the structure aims to prevent escape and contamination, reduce the need for antibiotics, and recreate a natural environment for salmon. It mentions that the technology in Newfoundland and Labrador will expand to other provinces in Canada.

The article focuses on the Northwest Aquaculture Alliance's (NWAA) campaign, which emphasizes the negative repercussions of eliminating net pen fish farming in Washington. NWAA intends to highlight the impact on fish farming workers as well as the loss of inexpensive, sustainable, locally farmed fish for consumers. It highlights the ostensibly political basis of the restriction and calls on the legislature to establish the authority.