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Welcome to this week's newsletter
We have 2 new features this week:
Oxygen Depletion and Other Types of Fish Kills
By LSU Ag Center. Although exposure to agricultural chemicals can occasionally result in direct fish mortality, most fish kills in recreational and farm ponds are the result of oxygen depletions.
Getting Started in Aquaculture
By Marley Beem, Area Aquaculture Specialist, Oklahoma Cooperative Extension. Aquaculture, the production of aquatic animals and plants under controlled conditions, is the fastest growing form of alternative agriculture in the United States.
 New Zealand
Sanford result offsets Kiwi dollar's impact
NEW ZEALAND - An asset sale and higher earnings have helped fishing group Sanford offset an adverse $14.5 million swing in the Kiwi dollar to a slight rise in interim profit.
Panel Suggests Trade Restriction on Fish
NEW ZEALAND - The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO) has announced that an expert panel it convened will support trade restrictions on sawfish and the European eel.
Sealord finds new chief
NEW ZEALAND - A senior executive at dairy giant Fonterra has been appointed as Nelson-based Sealord Group's new chief executive. Graham Stuart, who has been Fonterra's director of strategy for almost three years, will start his new job in July.
 Norway
New measures to protect wild salmon
NORWAY - The Norwegian Parliament (Storting) has voted to protect 29 fjords and 52 rivers and watercourses by turning them into national sanctuaries for wild salmon.
Science and strong commercial links vital for future development, says report
NORWAY - Emminent research institute Fiskeriforskning has published its annual report. The offers a clear and valuable insight into the centre's many R & D projects covering all aspects of aquaculture, from production to marketing.
ISO standards will aid sustainable development
NORWAY - The sustainable development of the fisheries and aquaculture sectors will benefit from the International Standards produced by a new ISO technical committee, due to hold its first meeting in Bergen, Norway in October.
 Australia
Scientists identify new gill disease species
AUSTRALIA - Scientists from the University of Tasmania in Launceston have made an unexpected discovery that has rewritten 20 years of research.
Industry linked research proposals wanted
Australia - Victoria's Fisheries Research Advisory Body (VicFRAB) is seeking preliminary research proposals for the 2008/09 round of funding from Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC).
Govt calls for stakeholder input for viable fish farming strategy
AUSTRALIA - Australian Fisheries Minister Joe Helper wants aquaculture businesses to have a hand in shaping Victoria's emerging industry. He wants the views and opinions of industry stakeholders, and other interested parties, so that the Government can develop a workable strategy for fish farming in the territory.
Oysters in the spotlight as DPI auctions leases
AUSTRALIA - Twenty-four oyster leases in some of New South Wales' cleanest water will be auctioned by the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) tomorrow. And its raked up consternation with environmentalists.
 South Africa
Simplicity aids profit and the environment, says research
SOUTH AFRICA - South Africa's aquaculture industry should focus on farming 'simple' creatures, such as molluscs and seaweed, rather than carnivorous fish, says a University of Cape Town researcher.
 United States
HQ to ring in at Amex
US - HQ Sustainable Maritime Industries, Inc. (AMEX: HQS), a leader in toxin-free integrated aquaculture and aquatic product processing,is will "ring the opening bell" at the American Stock Exchange ("Amex") on Monday, June 4th, 2007.
NC University invests in new fish facility
US - The University North Carolina is investing in aquaculture. Its Wilmington Centre at Wrightsville is to have a new facility for its Marine Science Aquaculture Program.
Seafood Imports From China Raised In Untreated Sewage
WASHINGTON – Fish products consumed by Americans are treated with dangerous drugs and chemicals. The reasaon: China, the leading exporter of seafood to the US, is raising most of its fish products in water contaminated with raw sewage and then compensating for this by using dangerous products.
Codfish Nursery Plan Promoted
NEW ENGLAND - Tom Osmers of West Tisbury is leading efforts to bring back cod by using saltwater hatcheries. Cod was once the most valued fish in Vineyard and New England waters, but has been in severe decline for years.
FDA Testing Fewer Seafood Imports
US - As seafood imports rise, the percentage of shipments receiving laboratory test inspections has fallen over the past four years, from a 0.88 percent in 2003 to 0.59 percent in 2006.
 Namibia
Namibian debut proves a success
NAMIBIA - Namibian representatives are thrilled with the response from its first trade exibition. A delegation from the country's fishing and aquaculture industry promoted its industry at the International Seafood Expo held in Brussels, Belgium, and it has paid dividends.
 Philippines
Production increase for aquaculture sector
PHILIPPINES - The provincial office of the Bureau of Agricultural Statistics (BAS) has reported that six sections under the aquaculture sub-sector of the fishery division have increased volume production in the Davao Region.
 China
Misinformed about Chinese food imports
CHINA - In a letter, "Checking Chinese Exports," Richard Raymond claimed to "correct misinformation" in Harold Meyerson's report about food safety. However, the official food import records of the Commerce Department suggest it is Mr. Raymond who is spreading misinformation.
 Viet Nam
Seafood exports: Vietnam may lose traditional markets
VIET NAM - Seafood exports to Japan, which consumes 40% of Vietnam’s total exports every year, have been decreasing dramatically this year, and now stand at 29%.
 Myanmar
Trade zone set up in Myanmar western border town
MYANMAR - A trade zone has been set up in Myanmar's western border town of Maungtaw in Rakhine state linking Bangladesh to mainly export marine products to its neighbour.
 Bangladesh
10,000 youths achieve economic self-reliance by fish farming
BANGLADESH - More than 10,000 unemployed, educated youngsters have achieved economic self-reliance through fish farming during the past couple of years, says Bangladesh officials.
 Canada
Think Tank On Salmon Farm Solutions
CANADA - Scientists have met with representatives from federal and provincial governments and the aquaculture industry to find ways to reduce conflicts between marine mammals and fish farms.
 Cuba
Mississippi catfish exports to Cuba worth millions and US businesses optimistic about trade
CUBA - Some 275 representatives from 114 companies in 25 states attended the annual CUBA-US Agribusiness Trade Fair, the largest meeting with American business leaders since convalescing President Fidel Castro stepped down last summer.
 United Kingdom
Double accolade for Scottish producer
SCOTLAND - Argyll-based Scottish Sea Farms took two of the top honours at this year's Crown Estate Scottish Salmon Farm Awards. The company was named Salmon Farming Company of the Year (medium to large)and also won the award for Best Export Business.
Boffins rescue British oysters
UK - Boffins in Weymouth are helping British oysters back on to the menu after decades of decline.
 India
Marine exports up 12 pc in 2006-07
INDIA - India's exports of marine products rose 12 per cent to 1.85 billion US dollars in 2006-07 against 1.64 billion dollars in the previous year, with China emerging as a major destination.
Thane loses its green cover to illegal aquaculture venture
INDIA - Thane's largest mangrove patch is being furiously destroyed and already has two illegal aquaculture pits and three sheds have been constructed.
 Fiji
Coastal villagers to benefit from undersea coral farms
FIJI - From now on, tourists arriving in Suva are expected to be among the first people to buy Fijis latest eco-friendly product farmed coral.
That's all for this week!
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