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Curated topical articles on the Blue Economy

The prospects for offshore aquaculture: a Rabobank perspective

Rob Fletcher & Megan Howell, The Fish Site Fisheries & Aquaculture

Up to 10 percent of the global salmon supply could be produced in offshore systems by the end of the decade, according to a new report published by Rabobank today.

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Global seaweed farming accelerator launched

The Fish Site Fisheries & Aquaculture

A “new generation seaweed accelerator” has been launched this week, in a bid to increase organic seaweed aquaculture.

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Sparking interest – and investment – in sub-Saharan African aquaculture

Rob Fletcher, The Fish Site Fisheries & Aquaculture

On the day of the publication of Aqua-Spark’s new report on tilapia farming in sub-Saharan Africa, Willem van Pijl and Amy Novogratz reflect on what they’ve learned and what they’re hoping to achieve through the process, as they approach the launch of a $50 million African aquaculture fund.

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Puerto Lopez’s big fishing problem

World Ocean Initiative, The Economist Group Fisheries & Aquaculture

Artisanal fishermen in Ecuador talk about the sustainability, illegal fishing and regulatory challenges impacting their livelihoods.

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Seaweed farms significantly reduce nitrogen, pollution - TAU study

The Jerusalem Post Fisheries & Aquaculture

A new study from TAU and UC Berkeley suggests seaweed farms provide significant benefits to the environment.

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Sea Scallops Farmed in Maine Aren’t Just Sustainable. They’re Helping Their Habitat.

Melissa Clark, The New York Times Fisheries & Aquaculture

There are only a handful of these farms in the United States, most run by fishing families in Maine. But their number is growing.

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WHOI Advancing a Seaweed Solution to Develop New Kelp Strains

ECO Magazine Fisheries & Aquaculture

As the state of the Earth’s climate remains at the forefront of the minds of policymakers, scientists, and economists, seaweed farming is being viewed as a sustainable and efficient way to boost economies, provide nutritious food and diversify ocean life.

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Coral, meet coral: how selective breeding may help the world’s reefs survive ocean heating

Emily Howells & David Abrego, The Conversation Fisheries & Aquaculture

A single generation of selective breeding can make corals better able to withstand extreme temperatures, according to our new research.

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What is integrated aquaculture and how can it help feed the world?

Rumaitha Al Busaidi, World Economic Forum Fisheries & Aquaculture

Integrated aquaculture means linking two or more farming activities, where at least one is a fish-farming activity. It offers a sustainable, resilient solution to increase food security.

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Twinning aquaculture with marine conservation

Rob Fletcher, The Fish Site Fisheries & Aquaculture

Proof that aquaculture can have positive impacts within Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) is offered by a collection of case studies by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

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Britain’s ageing fishing fleet a key contributor to climate crisis: report

Graeme Green, The Guardian Fisheries & Aquaculture

Environmentalists call for fisheries to move away from carbon-spewing engines and climate-harming practices such as bottom trawling.

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Three aquaculture startups make the Forbes Asia “100 to Watch” list

The Fish Site Fisheries & Aquaculture

Aquaconnect, Algal Bio and the Regional Fish Institute have made it onto the prestigious 100 to Watch list, highlighting the companies’ capacity to make a positive impact and bring innovative solutions to the Asia-Pacific market.

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Tuna Fishery Management in Eastern Pacific Has Faltered; Here’s How to Fix It

Grantly Galland, The PEW Charitable Trusts Fisheries & Aquaculture

Commission should adopt modern oversight strategy and improve transparency throughout the supply chain.

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Marine Protected Areas Are Less Effective Than We Thought — Illegal Fishing Is to Blame

Tiffany Duong, EcoWatch Fisheries & Aquaculture

Are Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) effective? Yes, but not as well as we thought, a new study finds.

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Is Kelp the Next Big Ingredient in Alt-Meat?

Grace Garwood, Food Institute Fisheries & Aquaculture

When it comes to sustainable food sources, kelp checks all the right boxes. But are U.S. consumers ready to embrace it as a main course?

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Rebalancing the Indonesian seaweed industry

World Ocean Initiative, The Economist Group Fisheries & Aquaculture

A guest blog by Dodon Yamin from MARI Oceans and Paddy Tarbuck from Sea Green.

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How artificial intelligence, insects and yeast can boost sustainable aquaculture

World Ocean Initiative, The Economist Group Fisheries & Aquaculture

The World Ocean Summit heard about the latest innovations to accelerate the sustainable development of aquaculture.

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A Small State Plans to Go Big With Oyster Restoration

The Pew Charitable Trusts Fisheries & Aquaculture

A new science-based tool, the first of its kind, will help Connecticut rebuild its wild oyster beds.

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As oceans warm, Zanzibar's women sea farmers grow sponges to stay afloat

Kim Harrisberg, Thomson Reuters Foundation Fisheries & Aquaculture

Zanzibari women are learning how to swim and farm natural sponges that can withstand climate shocks and protect their income.

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Can blockchain provide more transparent supply chains for seafood?

World Economic Forum Fisheries & Aquaculture

A recent webinar discussed the use of blockchain in reducing fraud and unsustainable practices in the seafood supply chain.

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