Artificial intelligence successfully predicts toxic algae in UK seafood
Molecular biology-based approach with artificial intelligence can predict a rise in toxic algae weeks earlier than the microscope method.
Could this new shucker change the way we open oysters?
John Nicholas believes oysters are perfect, they just need to be opened properly. So he invented what he says is a fast and safe oyster shucker.
Could blue light eradicate this common pathogen that plagues food processing facilities?
Research suggests that blue light could effectively destroy Listeria monocytogenes, a common contaminant that plagues food processing plants.
U.S. supermarket chain launches multi-language seafood guide for newcomers
Available in six languages, Hannaford's seafood guide helps newcomers to the United States explore fresh, local options from the Gulf of Maine.
Florida permits recirculating red drum farm led by former Kingfish Maine manager
Pine Island Redfish will soon begin producing red drum (Sciaenops ocellatus) in a recirculating aquaculture system (RAS).
Could holographic cameras and AI technology lead to an early warning system for sea lice in the ocean?
Researchers are exploring the use of underwater holographic cameras and artificial intelligence technology to identify sea lice in the ocean.
Annual farmed shrimp production survey: A slight decrease in production reduction in 2023 with hopes for renewed growth in 2024
GSA’s annual global shrimp production survey suggests that after a robust 2022, this year will see a modest supply drop with an uptick coming in 2024.
Annual farmed finfish production survey: A modest supply decline for 2023 and a predicted return to growth in 2024
Global production of carps, tilapias, pangasius, salmonids and sea bass and sea bream is expected to reach 39.6 million metric tons this year.
Responsible Seafood Summit 2023 blog – the Advocate reports from Saint John
Editors James Wright and Lisa Jackson are in Saint John reporting from the Global Seafood Alliance's Responsible Seafood Summit.
Climate researchers color-code stages of ocean acidification to illustrate changes
To illustrate how ocean acidification has changed ocean pH, climate researchers developed an online tool and color-coded stripe system.
Financial benchmarking report released for Maine seaweed producers
The Maine Aquaculture Association has published a report to help seaweed farmers start and grow sustainable businesses.
Maine RAS company holds up to another legal challenge, retains permit
Maine Superior Court upholds Kingfish Maine's site permits in Jonesport, allowing the RAS producer to proceed with its construction plans.
Tailoring enzymes could improve the smell of fish protein powders, scientists find
A chemical that causes fish protein powder to smell can be removed by tailoring enzymes – promising for protein shakes and meal replacements.
In Aruba, a newly approved offshore aquaculture firm is going all in on northern red snapper
New offshore aquaculture company Petros will soon farm northern red snapper off the coast of Aruba. They talk to the Advocate about their plans.
Is the key to predicting harmful algal blooms found in genetics?
New research into the genetic diversity of Prymnesium parvum could help predict when harmful algal blooms will occur.
Can artificial intelligence help solve sturgeon farming riddles in Japan?
A collaborative initiative in Japan explores at how artificial intelligence could make sturgeon farming more predictable and caviar supplies steadier.