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Did you know that even for Fish, Taste Matters? This is what we all learnt at TARS from our very own Global Aqua Innovation Leader Sofia Morais. And Fish can sense taste not only from their tongue, but also other taste receptors. Did you know that they do not like bitter and sour tastes much like us humans. And they like sweet, and umami flavors and their body need the salts, again same as humans. Amazing isn’t it? But it’s not so simple, as there are so many different fish species, their needs are different too. Its a fascinating field of aquatic sensory science and research as we continue to learn more and discover new insights. Share with us your knowledge and pain points, and together we will find new solutions, just right for you!

🌊 Exciting news from Pacific Hybreed! They've just secured a $612,589 award from the Department of Commerce, specifically NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration. This funding will propel their innovative project focused on the aquaculture of marine bivalves, particularly the Manila clam. By developing a breeding program for these clams, Pacific Hybreed aims to enhance farm yields and support the U.S. shellfish aquaculture industry. Their approach involves creating female-biased triploid clams, which promise superior growth and production characteristics. 🔬 This project falls under the Oceanic and Atmospheric Research category and is set to last for 24 months, starting from September 1, 2024, and concluding on August 31, 2026. The research will engage shellfish growers directly, paving the way for commercialization and boosting locally produced seafood in the U.S. Kudos to Pacific Hybreed for their commitment to sustainable food systems and environmental support! #SBIR #STTR #Aquaculture #Innovation

🟣Our interview with Prof. Ercument Genc (Ankara University) highlights an innovative and committed vision towards #sustainability in #aquaculture, crucial in the face of #mycotoxins and Climate Change challenges. 💡🐟The #OneHealth approach is the path to a more resilient and environmentally friendly aquaculture.

What happened this week in aquaculture 🐟 1. Xenogen Breakthrough by Greg Lutz. The innovative advancements in genetics with Greg Lutz's work on xenogen: https://lnkd.in/gPwwsaUm 2. China's Shifting Seafood Scene. Chenjun Pan from Rabobank dives into how changing tastes in China are reshaping global seafood consumption: https://lnkd.in/dZ4fVGDA 3. Tropical Eel Breeding Success. Japfa celebrates a significant breakthrough in tropical eel breeding: https://lnkd.in/dty8eWkY 4. Aquaculture Meets Tourism in Greece? Explore how aquaculture and tourism are finding a compatible path in Greece's picturesque climate: https://lnkd.in/d96-Qkn5 5. Sustainability in Krill Fisheries. New studies shed light on the sustainability practices in krill fisheries: https://lnkd.in/gFjtHjr4

Open Horizon Day will be held on June 4th, by IAOFIceland and @arionbanki dedicated to exploring the pressing issues and innovative solutions in the ocean and aquaculture sectors. While the event is open to all, registration is required. Keynote speaker is Peter Thomson, UN special envoy Ocean - Importance of the ocean. In addition to Thomson, Ambassador Stefán Jón Hafstein will make a presentation together with experts in the field of fish farming and marine biology. The moderator is Árni Mathiesen, board member of IAOF and former minister. Agenda; https://lnkd.in/grKqsGsn The aim of the symposium is to discuss challenges and opportunities related to the production of seafood in relation to the increasing demand for protein on a global scale. Fish farming has grown rapidly and is one of the main methods of seafood production in the world. In Iceland the main focus is to promote the production of valuable marine products with minimal negative impact on natural resources and biological diversity. It is important that fish farming companies are in a position to implement countermeasures to reduce negative environmental impacts and at the same time promote the implementation of international sustainability and ISO standards and circular solutions to promote sustainability in its operations. There are great opportunities for value creation in the field of aquaculture in Iceland, but it is clear that the continued growth of the sector goes hand in hand with the health of the marine ecosystem. Kindly secure your seat at the symposium held at Arion Bank's Headquarters at Borgartún, Reykjavik. https://lnkd.in/gwp22ebY #aquacultureiceland

Exciting updates from OPTIMA! 🌊 Last month, the project partnership gathered online for a focused workshop on Activity 2.6: "Drafting the Bibliographic Study on Environmental Impact and Ecosystem Services of Bivalve Molluscs Aquaculture (EIESBMA)." Led by IFA, the session provided crucial guidance for developing the guidelines for this important document. The paper will focus on: 🌍 Raise awareness of bivalve aquaculture's environmental impacts and its ecosystem contributions. 🌱 Enhance aquaculture practices to emphasize quality and eco-friendliness. 🐚 Explore opportunities in aquaculture tourism, sports, fishing, and more. 🎓 Integrate findings into training programs for industry professionals. Stay tuned as OPTIMA continues to make strides in sustainable aquaculture research! 🌱🐟 #Aquaculture #Sustainability #OPTIMA #Research #Erasmus+ #Innovation #Shellfish #EnvironmentalManagement MARE Soc. Coop. a r.l. | SGS | IDEC S.A. | Demetra Formazione | Comité National de la Conchyliculture | #IrishFarmersAssociation | #ConselloReguladordoMexillóndeGalicia

Excited to share a new article by Casper Friederich, Koen Frenken and me in Progress in Economic Geography on 'growing pains' in Norwegian aquaculture! In the article, we consider adverse effects during the upscaling of (allegedly) sustainable innovations as an integral and co-constitutive part of transitions. Particularly in the bioeconomy, upscaling innovations can generate unintended environmental consequences. We look at Norwegian salmon farming, which has recently faced stagnating growth despite ambitious policy targets, with the parasitic sea lice as a primary cause. The upscaling of innovations to prevent and treat sea lice have had adverse effects on ecology and fish welfare. We perform a Constructive Technology Assessment involving diverse stakeholders in a Multi-Criteria Mapping exercise to explore the viability, opportunities, and risks of different innovations that cope with sea lice in Norwegian aquaculture. We find that this method is well-suited to identify diverse anticipatory views on possible solutions to the sea lice problem, allowing decision-makers to consider more democratic, holistic, and sustainable pathways to upscale the bioeconomy. https://lnkd.in/e6jDg_RK

Interesting research goes on in the SFI Dsolve project where the target is to identify future solutions for plastic biodegradation in marine environments, and Norner AS are in the centre of this development.

DeSIRA-LIFT projects realise that their mutlistakeholder platforms at local landscape / community scales can plug the missing middle between national and international commitments and #agroecology action on the ground to effect food system transformation at #SPAC2024 - now strategising on how to ensure they are sustainable beyond project lifespans.

The NRRP FITBASS project is underway. The scope of FITBASS is the definition of a black soldier fly (BSF)-based feed formulation with high nutritional and health value for aquaculture fishes. Furthermore, the project aims at realizing smart devices for feeding the fishes. We are at an early stage of the project where larvae are fed with vegetable substrate and, subsequently, packed and frozen, ready to be processed into aquaculture fish feed. Partners of AGRIGEOS in the FITBASS project are Università di Messina, SMARTME.IO, Università di Trento and Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale della Sicilia. The project is funded under the NRRP Cascade Calls of Spoke 5 on the AGRITECH "National Research Centre for Agricultural Technologies" Program from the funds of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), European Union - NextGenerationEU #UniversitàdiMessina #UniME #SMARTME_IO #UniversitàdiTrento #IstitutoZooprofilatticoSperimentaledellaSicilia #UniversitàdellaTuscia #Agritech #PNRR