S2G closes $1B fund as investors double down on food and energy resilience
Growth-stage capital raise seen as validation of ‘missing middle’ thesis amid tough fundraising environment and rising geopolitical risk
Blue food
Growing pressures: China’s fishmeal demand likely to fall in third-quarter seasonal peak – IFFO
China’s fishmeal demand is likely to fall at its seasonal peak as high inventories and weak farm-gate prices curb restocking, while softer piglet demand adds pressure, says IFFO.
From surviving to scaling: How this Icelandic start-up bounced back after volcanic eruptions
Not even a volcano could stop Aurora Abalone’s scale-up journey
Significant upgrades: World Bank backs US$19m project to boost Vietnam’s fisheries sector
The World Bank will support a US$19.94m project in Vietnam’s Nghe An province to upgrade infrastructure to improve and modernise the local fisheries sector sustainably.
Asia’s salmon leap: China on track to consume one-tenth of global output by 2030
China is on track to consume one‑tenth of global salmon production by 2030, as demand in Asia accelerates despite slowing growth in the US and Europe.
‘Alarming increase’: Fuel-saving commercial fleets push Philippine artisanal fishers from coastal waters
Rising fuel prices are driving commercial fishing fleets closer to the shore in the Philippines, squeezing artisanal fishers out of legally protected municipal waters.
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Waste not: How Iceland is striving to use a 100% of every fish
Iceland’s fishing industry and start-up ecosystem are working together to use every part of the fish — from the meat down to the bones to every single scale
Indonesian villagers signal financial support for sustainable ‘Agrosilvofishery’ peatland restoration
A landmark study in Perigi Village has revealed that local communities are willing to pay for innovative land-use models that combine farming, forestry, and fishing to combat the devastating effects of peatland degradation.
Combined probiotic, curcumin feeds boost Asian seabass growth, disease resilience: Singapore study
Research from Singapore revealed that a combinatorial approach to functional fish feeds can significantly increase body weight and survival rates in aquaculture, offering a scalable, antibiotic-free alternative for the industry
Oceana accuses BFAR of ‘betraying’ small fishers with pro‑commercial fishing stance
Oceana says the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) is accelerating the decline of the Philippines’ municipal fisheries by adopting a pro‑commercial fishing stance following a disputed Supreme Court ruling.
Where’s the data? Philippine Senate pushes investigation into failure to track commercial fishing
The Philippine Senate is grilling the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) for alleged failures in using vessel monitoring data to track commercial fishing, leaving municipal waters exposed to illegal incursions.
Climate-ready solution: NZ study positions snapper as salmon alternative to boost aquaculture resilience
A study from New Zealand has found that selectively bred Australasian snapper could serve as climate-adapted alternative to salmon, providing a way to strengthen aquaculture resilience as ocean temperatures rise
Uni rehab: New land-based sea urchin farm aligns environment restoration with aquaculture growth
A new land-based aquaculture facility in Iwate, Japan, has been built to scale regenerative sea urchin farming, upgrading low-value urchins while helping to prevent marine desertification.
Weak execution: Oceana criticises ineffective fisheries enforcement in Philippines as industry losses mount
Weak monitoring, unreliable registration data and poor compliance are driving the mounting losses across the Philippines’ fishing sector.
Indonesia seeks tariff-free tuna exports to Japan as it aims to be top exporter
Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) working with Japan to remove tariffs on tuna and skipjack to enhance competitiveness of its fisheries industry.
Molluscs under pressure: Future of oyster farming rests on ‘targeted’ research into interacting stressors
The long-term viability of oyster farming requires better understanding of how combined stressors like temperature and acidity interact to affect growth and survival.
A win-win: US invests $15.2m in Vietnam tilapia project to boost soybean exports
The US is committing $15.2m to a five-year project supporting and improving Vietnam’s tilapia value chain while supporting soybean exports.
Sea of opportunities: Blue carbon could unlock sustainable growth in Vietnamese fisheries: UNDP
Blue carbon projects can offer Vietnam’s growing fisheries sector a way to mitigate its bottlenecks and pave the way for sustainable growth, says the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Japan signals strong demand for fisheries tech as climate risks grow
Japan plans to scale up automated ocean monitoring, data-driven stock management and labour-saving fishing vessels to stabilise fisheries production.
Desert-ready aquaculture: Mustadem bets on RAS to drive seafood self-sufficiency in Saudi Arabia
Mustadem’s recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) develops desert-ready fish farming solutions in Saudi Arabia, aiming to accelerate the kingdom’s drive towards greater seafood self-sufficiency.
How this Chilean aquaculture company uses oxygen to improve sustainability
Chile’s past with ecological disasters is spurring interest in sustainable aquaculture and the use of technology — like Oxzo — to secure the country’s food system
‘A one-sided move by EU’: ICFA supports Japan on CITES eel proposal, warns against industry damage
The International Coalition of Fisheries Associations (ICFA) backs Japan’s opposition to proposed tighter controls on eels by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), arguing that it could undermine the industry and ongoing...
Oyster doom looms: Japan’s large-scale oyster deaths threatens next year’s harvest
Japan’s agriculture minister warns that next year’s oyster harvest is in jeopardy as producers across the country report farmed oysters dying off in large quantities.
A need for feed: Japan aims to boost feed efficiency and secure stable supply to drive aquaculture growth
Japan is strengthening efforts to improve feed efficiency and ensure a stable supply as part of its strategy to grow its aquaculture industry.
Asia’s marine ingredients sector holds global promise but lacks certification, says IFFO
Asia’s marine ingredients sector has strong global potential, but certification is needed to meet international market needs and requirements, says the Marine Ingredients Organisation (IFFO).
Chinese scientists tour Stirling aquaculture hub amid rising UK security concerns
Visit to £21m research facility sparks debate over collaboration with state-linked institutions as China’s aquaculture dominance grows
Eels on edge: Japan disputes CITES rationale for regulating all eel species over visual similarities
Japan is challenging CITES’ justification for listing all Anguilla species under Appendix II, arguing that visual similarities alone do not warrant a blanket inclusion of all eel species
Aquaculture underused: APAC biodiversity bearing the brunt of ‘murky’ aquarium fish supply chains
Consumer preference, tech barriers and ‘murky supply chains’ are threatening biodiversity in Asia and thwarting the potential of aquaculture to play a wider role beyond feed and food.
‘Sleeping giant’: Urgent need to understand vulnerable fisheries in Indonesian peatlands
The expansion of palm oil and acacia plantations, along with Indonesia’s Mega Rice Project, have put Kalimantan’s peatlands and fisheries at high risk.
Double gains: China eyes integrated rice-fish farming to boost circularity and food security
China sees potential in rice–fish farming to advance circular, sustainable agricultural practices while also enhancing food and farmer security.
Going green key for Vietnam to unlock EU seafood opportunities - MAE
Vietnam’s seafood producers must embrace sustainable practices in order to overcome the stringent barriers and capitalise on the EU–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), says its agriculture ministry.
Embracing the tech wave: Korea quadruples AI funding for maritime and fisheries
South Korea will prioritise its support of artificial intelligence (AI) developments in the maritime and fisheries sector by increasing its 2026 budget over four times to KRW148.7bn (U$106.67m).
Natural astaxanthin sector gathers momentum with fresh entrants
Italian startup, Asteasier, has begun to commercialize microalgae strains while Corbion partners with Kuehnle AgroSystems on fermentation route
Tech tide: Three Norwegian aquatech firms reshaping sustainable seafood
As global demand for sustainable seafood rises, Norway’s aquatech sector is leading the charge with cutting-edge innovations that promise cleaner oceans, healthier fish, and smarter farming
Marine ingredients vital for aquafeed, novel alternatives cannot fully replace them – IFFO
The Marine Ingredients Organisation (IFFO) says marine ingredients play a crucial role in aquafeed and that novel alternatives are better positioned to complement rather than completely replace them.
Premium catch: Korea eyes commercial opportunities from surging bluefin tuna hauls
Rising bluefin tuna catches in fixed nets prompts South Korea to explore new commercial opportunities as it aims to transform the premium catch into a mainstream source of income for fisheries.
‘Enforcement isn’t enough’: Philippines IUU fishing thrives with poor governance, legal gaps
Weak governance and legal loopholes in the Philippines are enabling illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing despite enforcement efforts, raising concerns over regulatory effectiveness and marine sustainability.
Securing seaweed: Korea injects extra US$5.85m to safeguard supply from warming seas
South Korea allocates an additional KRW8bn (US$5.85m) to mitigate the impact of rising sea temperatures on production and export.
A slippery situation: Proposed CITES restrictions puts pressure on Asia’s eel producers
Asia’s aquaculture eel industry is bracing for disruption as the European Union (EU) pushes for stricter enforcement on the endangered species trade.
‘We have the tech we need’: Calls for greater action on tuna fishing transparency
A new report is warning about opaque tuna fishing supply chains, claiming that many companies are reluctant to resolve it despite already having the tools to ensure transparency
Shrimp farm in the supermarket? AquaEasy envisions using AI tech to shorten farm-to-table journey
AquaEasy wants to use AI-powered tech to bring shrimp farming closer to consumers, shortening the farm-to-table supply chain
Turning to tech: Japan promotes smart fisheries to turn around declining industry
Japan will prioritise the development of technologies in an effort to boost its troubled fishing and aquaculture industries, according to a white paper published by Japan’s Fisheries Agency (JFA)
Enifer and FS launch Brazil’s first corn ethanol-based mycoprotein project
Aquaculture and pet remain target feed markets
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Seadling gets $1M to propel sustainable seaweed innovation
Malaysia-based Seadling, a biotech company specialising in sustainable seaweed-based functional ingredients, has announced the successful close of its US $1 million seed investment round.
BioMar’s insights may advance waterborne feeding systems
Danish feed company set to launch specialized grower diet
Modest growth forecast for shrimp and salmon markets
Asian shrimp production is projected to grow by 2% year-on-year in 2025
Peru’s robust fishing season boosts global fishmeal supply
In the first 11 months of 2024, global fishmeal production increased nearly 16% compared to the same period in 2023.
International expansion is key part of MiAlgae’s growth strategy
MiAlgae grows nutrient-rich algae from whisky waste to provide an alternative source of omega-3.
When will algal oil scale up to transform aquaculture?
Industry told to collaborate to build a reliable market for fish oil alternative