IN BRIEF - Bioled and US university seeks to define optimal light in full cycle RAS
CHILE
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
In the coming weeks, research will begin at the University of Maryland facilities where the use of Bioled photoperiod systems and remote control technologies is being considered.
The Chilean company Bioled has R&D as a fundamental pillar of its work. This is how, throughout its 18 years of life, it has led 18 research projects (practically one per year) and of which eight have been fully financed by the company and ten have been co-financed by Corfo instruments.
As part of its international expansion plan and analyzing the characteristics of soil cultivation systems, Bioled has started a research project with the University of Maryland (United States) to study how irradiance interferes in the control of growth and maturity . early in the culture of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) in full-cycle RAS systems.
“We are very pleased and proud to conduct this research together with the Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET) at the University of Maryland, which is located in the city of Baltimore. “We are sure that this project, which is co-financed by the Corfo “Consolidation and Expansion” instrument for validation and international scaling of products, will be a milestone at a national and international level,” stated the Bioled R&D&I manager. , Ximena Navarro (in the photo above).
MIAMI (AP) — A vessel linked to anti-whaling activist Paul Watson collided with a krill trawler in Antarctica, escalating tensions over fishing in the Southern Ocean.
Photo: Aker Qrill Company via AP
Footage released by Aker QRILL Company shows the M/V Bandero, operated by the Captain Paul Watson Foundation, striking the stern of the Norwegian-flagged Antarctic Sea on Tuesday. The company called it a “deliberate attack”, warning it came within centimeters of a diesel tank, risking environmental disaster.
Krill, a tiny crustacean vital to whales, seals, and seabirds, is increasingly targeted for supplements and fishmeal, fueling conflict in the fragile region.
Aker said its multinational crew was unharmed but shaken and vowed legal action. CEO Webjørn Barstad stated: “Only luck avoided potential environmental damage.”
The foundation did not respond to AP but described its actions as “aggressive nonviolence.” Led by Lamya Essemlali, activists claimed a five-hour intervention disrupted krill fishing and deployed net-shredding devices.
The 13th edition of Aquasur has closed its doors with a 37% increase, receiving 30,959 visitors and bringing together 550 exhibitors from 34 countries spread across eight pavilions in a 20,000 m2 space. These figures come from the event organizer, Fisa, part of the GL events Chile group, who stated that this edition “has consolidated Chile as a world leader in aquaculture.”
Aquasur also served as a platform for knowledge sharing and a showcase for cutting-edge aquaculture. The International Congress featured six sessions and 57 high-level speakers, including scientists from the FDA, representatives from the FAO, and the Director General of Aquaculture from the Norwegian Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries, in addition to a large number of researchers from Chilean and international universities.
Source: iPac.acuicultura | Read the full article here
The champagne corks will not be popping open among Norway’s salmon farmers this Easter.
Fresh salmon prices failed to stage a late holiday rally, and in fact dropped for the second week in succession.
According to the monitoring organisation Statistics Norway prices fell by 4.1% to NOK 90.55 per kilo (£7.04) between 23 and 29 March (week 13).
Salmon farmers had been hoping that the approaching Easter holiday would lift prices, but reverberations from the Middle East war continue to create havoc in the seafood market.
Author: Vince McDonagh / Fish Farmer | Read the full article here
Vietnamese aquaculture and tech firms are actively deploying AI to modernize practices in the country’s shrimp industry, using data-driven tools to lower production costs and protect margins, especially amid rising electricity and feed prices.
Hai Nguyen, the co-founder and farm manager of shrimp company ESG, told SeafoodSource at the 2026 VietShrimp Asia and Aquaculture Vietnam show that geopolitical issues have pushed equipment costs up by 25 percent and feed by 2,000 VND (USD 0.07, EUR 0.06) per kilogram.
With global shrimp supply expected to rise in 2026, profit margins are thinner than ever
Author: Toan Dao / SeafoodSource | Read the full article here
Located in Hall 4, Booth A401, the ASC stand returns as a lively hub for connection, featuring meeting spaces and a barista coffee station for meaningful discussions on the future of responsible seafood farming.
Taking place on Wednesday 22 April (13:30–14:15, CC5.1), ASC’s flagship side event—“Proving Change from Source to Shelf: Reducing Risk, Building Trust and Driving Demand in a Changing World”—will spotlight pioneers delivering measurable progress across the global seafood supply chain.
NESLE — Innovafeed has released preliminary findings from ongoing trials of its Hilucia™ for Aqua ingredient in salmon feed, revealing both strong expected benefits and an unusual observation.
The company confirmed that the ingredient continues to support improved fish health and growth. However, recent studies noted that salmon fed with Hilucia™ displayed significantly higher activity levels, with some fish leaping energetically out of the water.
“The inclusion of Hilucia™ in diets seems to result in unusually high activity in salmon,” said Marine Bezagu, PhD, Head of Product Development at Innovafeed. “Maybe eating flies will make salmon grow wings!”
While the comment was made humorously, the company emphasized the scientific focus of its research. Despite the surprising behavior, no actual “flying fish” have been observed, and all salmon remain in standard aquaculture conditions.
Innovafeed reiterated that its priority remains delivering reliable, science-based nutrition solutions to the aquaculture industry, while continuing to explore the limits of sustainable inse
THAIFEX – Anuga Asia returns to IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok from 26 to 30 May 2026, expanding into Hall 4 as the show reaches its largest edition yet. The upcoming event will introduce first-time countries, new national pavilions, and new features reflecting the continued growth of the global F&B trade.
A Show Built for the Full Industry:
Spanning 12 halls and more than 140,000 sqm, the 2026 edition brings together more than 3,300 exhibitors from over 60 countries across nine co-located trade shows — with 65% international participation reflecting how the food trade moves across borders in real time.Buyers from retail, foodservice, manufacturing, and import and export sectors will join 88,000+trade professionals from over 140 markets, all on the floor with clear sourcing objectives andnegotiating agendas.
Introduced to accommodate growing global participation and rising demand from international F&B companies targeting Asian markets, Hall 4 is the show's F&B Idea Engine — where innovation and trend insight are concentrated and amplified for buyers and brands. Home to Future Food Experience+, the tasteInnovation Show, Trend Zone, Startup, New-to-Market Street, Taste the Future, the Alternative Protein Taste & Flavour Challenge, and the Thailand Ultimate Chef Challenge, it is where next-generation ingredients and disruptive concepts converge before they hit mainstream markets.
Partner Region: European Union:
The European Union joins as the official Partner Region, giving buyers and distributors direct access to the depth of Europe's food and beverage industry — from established culinary traditions to cutting-edge food innovation. A dedicated showcase of European producers makes sourcing from one of the world's most respected food regions easier than ever.
What's Also New in 2026:
First-time countries including Georgia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Mongolia, Saudi Arabia, and more make their show debut, alongside a growing number of new national pavilions from Australia, India, Japan, Poland, Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Taiwan.
Rising fuel prices, increased logistics costs, and the lack of a labor agreement are forcing the fishing sector to reconsider whether going out to sea is still viable.
The Argentine fishing industry is once again looking at fuel supplies with concern. The president of the Argentine Patagonian Chamber of Fishing Industries (CAPIP), Agustín de la Fuente, has warned that the rise in diesel prices is eroding profit margins to the point that some members of the fleet are beginning to question whether it is worthwhile to set sail or remain in port. He attributes the pressure to a combination of increasingly higher upfront costs
On April 13, Fedepesca will participate in the 39th Gourmets Fair, at the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPA) stand within the "Foods of Spain" gastronomic area. This activity is part of the 2025-2026 Agreement signed with MAPA, which aims to promote Spanish fish and aquaculture products, as well as the role of traditional fishmongers as a specialized, professional, and influential channel.
To this end, Fedepesca will conduct a live culinary demonstration focused on preparing sushi using Spanish fish and aquaculture products, showcasing the quality, freshness, traceability, and diversity of fish and seafood, as well as their potential for innovative and high-end culinary creations.
Source: Industrias Pesqueras | Read the full article here
VIGO — The Cooperativa de Armadores de Pesca del Puerto de Vigo (ARVI) confirmed that the company “NOKAO-Sra. Emilia” has once again been selected for the production of the 7th Edition of the Festival ARVI do Peixe – Vigo SeaFest (VSF26), following an evaluation process carried out by the Monitoring and Evaluation Committee.
The decision was adopted at the close of the application period, in accordance with the criteria established in the official specifications, reaffirming the quality and efficiency demonstrated by the company in previous editions.
The VSF26 maintains its objective of promoting the consumption of seafood products and highlighting the work of the ARVI fleet, through outreach activities, workshops, gastronomic proposals, and concerts, in an open and free format.
The festival will take place from July 9 to 12, 2026 at the Elduayen Gardens, consolidating its position as a key event to bring the sea closer to the public.
ARVI thanked institutional support and is already working on an even more comprehensive and participatory edition, inviting the public to enjoy an event that celebrates the sea, its people, and its gastronomy.
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Vietnamese aquaculture and tech firms are actively deploying AI to modernize practices in the country’s shrimp industry, using data-driven tools to lower production costs and protect margins, especially amid rising electricity and feed prices.
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Located in Hall 4, Booth A401, the ASC stand returns as a lively hub for connection, featuring meeting spaces and a barista coffee station for meaningful discussions on the future of responsible seafood farming.
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