Barley Protein Concentrate for Aquaculture Feeds
US - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and Montana Microbial Products (MMP) of Butte, Mont ., have developed a barley protein concentrate that could...

NAQDA on the Move
SRI LANKA - The National Aquaculture Development Authority (NAQDA) has moved its head office to the administrative hub of the country, Pelawatte, Battaramulla.

Aquaculture Funding Creates Jobs in Atlantic Canada
CANADA - Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), has applauded the success of the Aquaculture Innovation and Market Access Program (AIMAP).

Export Record in January 2010
NORWAY: Norwegian salmon exports reached a record high in January according to figures from the Norwegian Seafood Export Council (NSEC).

Marine Harvest and ENGO Reach Agreement
CANADA - Leading aquaculture company, Marine Harvest has reached an understanding with environmental groups in British Columbia.

Rainbow Trout Escape
SCOTLAND - A total of 18,879 trout have escaped from a trout farm in Tayside last month.

Aquaculture Reform Progressing
NEW ZEALAND - Fisheries Minister Phil Heatley has acknowledged the quality of submissions received on the report of the Aquaculture Technical Advisory Group and...

Aquaculture 2010
US - The triennial Aquaculture 2010 will be held in San Diego, California from 1 - 5 March.

Effective Fish Health Management
CANADA - The British Columbian Fish Health Programme is effective in monitoring, reporting and governing fish diseases, according to an audit carried out by the...

Call to Back Local Council Aquaculture Planning Powers
SCOTLAND - The Highland Council has written to Scottish MSPs seeking their support for the retention of aquaculture planning powers by local authorities.

New Era for Scotland's Seas
SCOTLAND - The Marine Bill has been backed by Parliament, 'heralding a new era' for Scotland's seas.

Scottish Fishermen Welcome Marine Bill Backing
SCOTLAND - The Scottish Fishermen’s Federation has welcomed the backing of the Marine Bill by the Scottish Parliament.

ILDEX Vietnam 2010: Solutions for Sustainable Growth
VIET NAM - ILDEX Vietnam 2010 will offer solutions for sustainable growth in Vietnam. The event take place in Ho Chi Minh City on 25 to 27 March.

Province Invests in Rural Aquaculture Company
CANADA - A state-of-the-art, aquaculture company in Centre Burlington, near Windsor, is expanding into new markets across Canada and the Northeastern United States...

New Regulation to Increase Concessions’ Value
CHILE - The price of concessions are expected to rise when the General Law on Fisheries and Aquaclture becomes law, whether they are indefinite or limited to a 25...

Large Scale Harvesting
NORWAY - The Norwegian Institute for Nature Research (NINA) advises large scale harvesting of salmon to avoid a "lice crisis".

Fight To Keep Local Control Of Fish Farms
UK - Shetland’s existing regulatory authority over salmon farming is in danger of being lost when the Marine Bill is debated in the Scottish Parliament today (4...

Fish Health And Regulatory Medicine Workshop
US - A free workshop for veterinarians on fish regulatory medicine is scheduled 26-27 April at the Pyle Center on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus.

Manufacturing And Delivery Of Medicated Feed
EU - Following a suggestion by the EU Standing Committee, European Feed Manufacturers' Federation (FEFAC) introduced in its European Feed Manufacturers' Guide (EFMC)...

Victory For Clyde Fishermen
SCOTLAND, UK - The Clyde Fishermen’s Association (CFA) has won its three-year battle with the European Commission over an administrative mistake on the number of...

Brazil Increases Fishing Fleet
BRAZIL - Brazil is increasing security patrols in its waters to protect its fishing zones in a $17 million boost that includes the addition of more vessels and new...

UK Marine Science Strategy Published
UK - A 15 year strategy to deliver world class marine science which will inform decisions on food and energy security, managing the seas sustainably and climate...

Philippines Agriculture 2009
PHILIPPINES - The report Performance of Philippine Agriculture January-December 2009, suggests that adverse weather caused a fall in the value of fisheries...

Export Value Of Chinese Aquatic Products Hits High
CHINA - According to Chinese Customs, the export of China's aquatic products surged to 319,000 tons, with an export value of US$1.2 billion in December 2009.

Tunisia-Italian Project Promotes Aquaculture
TUNISIA - As part of Tunisia's efforts to promote aquaculture and fish breeding activities, 14 projects are underway including seven projects dedicated to fish farming,...