Salinity in aquaculture, Part 1
Those involved in shrimp farming and other kinds of coastal aquaculture recognize salinity as an environmental factor of importance
HCM City students make biodegradable products from potatoes Two students from the HCM City University of Economics and Finance have made biodegradable products from potato starch in an effort to reduce the use of single
Solar dryer dome technology solution enhance climate change resilience Solar Dryer Parabola Dome is the result of 30 years of research by Dr. Serm Janjai of Silpakorn University.
In-pond raceway systems introduced in Pakistan Aquaculture in Pakistan is a fast-emerging sector that has developed over the last decade and has gradually evolved from extensive culture to semi-intensive
Restorative aquaculture: can farming shellfish and seaweed provide habitat benefits? While aquaculture is often associated with degrading water quality, invasive species introductions and the destruction of important coastal habitats
Algae detection system aims to help aquaculture bloom A Scottish consortium is developing an early-warning detection system for potentially dangerous plankton and algae, which could help the aquaculture industry
Study suggests antibiotic use alters soil response to manure application Soil microbiome and ecosystem functions found to respond to exposure to manure from cattle administered an antibiotic.
Climate lessons could inform antibiotic resistance challenge Rising antimicrobial resistance could be curbed with framework inspired by climate change targets.
From bench to belly: Driving supply-side solutions for the future of fish feed Recent models have shown fisheries collapse under business as usual scenarios. A collapse of this supply would be a disaster.
The blue dimensions of aquaculture Aquaculture has been responsible for the growth in supply of fish for human consumption. In order to meet the demand for food for a growing global population
Shrimp pond preparation crucial for production, disease prevention Ponds accumulate soil particles eroded from earthwork and organic matter originating from dead plankton, uneaten feed and feces.
Global area estimate for marine aquaculture development Currently, 112 countries and territories produce seafood in the marine environment, with earnings reaching $65.4 billion in 2013 from the mariculture sector
Advancing the ecosystem services of aquaculture To their surprise, they found the new seaweed farms seemed to be helping the fish and spiny lobsters in the area, further supporting the notion that aquaculture
Thoughts on pond fertilization Pond fertilization is important to increase primary productivity in extensive culture ponds and enhance the base of the food web for aquaculture animals
Importance of aeration intensity for nitrification in biofilms in intensive biofloc systems The benefits of incorporating biofilm into the production system include improving water quality, availability of supplementary food and prevention of diseases
Seaweed farming could help battle climate change Researchers say harvesting algae could be a powerful tool for sequestering carbon.
How poultry byproducts can help reduce aquaculture’s environmental footprint Using poultry-based ingredients instead of fish meal ad fish oil in aquafeeds could help to substantially lower the aquaculture sector’s environmental footprint
Integrated utilization of microalgae grown in aquaculture wastewater The global growth of fish farming has resulted in serious concerns regarding environmental pollution related to the aquaculture wastewater and over-exploitation
What Is the Environmental Impact of Aquaculture? The environmental impact of aquaculture is completely dependent upon the species being farmed, the intensity of production and the location of the farm
How RAS farming can alleviate environmental pressure in East Africa The development of a sustainable aquaculture sector can play an important role in providing livelihoods for people living around Lake Victoria