Quick Dips
Curated topical articles on the Blue Economy
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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This project aims to help agriculture, aquaculture, and fishing organizations identify likely material topics, improving the way they disclose and manage their impacts.
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Dawn Borg Costanzi & Elaine Young, The Pew Charitable Trusts Fisheries & Aquaculture
Parties to the Port State Measures Agreement will use new platforms to coordinate efforts against illicit activity and strengthen fisheries health.
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