A transatlantic research partnership is developing a new tool which could help the aquaculture industry more accurately understand its impact on the environment and support its long-term growth. The consortium – led by Cooke Aquaculture, one of the world’s largest salmon producers, and the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS), with funding from the Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) – is exploring how measuring sulphides...
Marine scientists in Scotland have successfully trialled a new method for investigating the fertility of the European lobster, one of the country’s most valuable catches. Researchers at Heriot-Watt University and Orkney Sustainable Fisheries have proved that their non-invasive method, adapted from a technique used on lobsters in America, allows scientists supporting fishery management. The scientists can now monitor lobster egg numbers quickly while minimising loss....
A consortium in Scotland is taking a significant step toward the development of a commercial vaccine for Rainbow Trout Fry Syndrome (RTFS) – a pervasive disease among trout – as the industry aims to improve fish welfare and unlock the sector’s potential. The group – led by Dawnfresh, one of the UK’s largest rainbow trout producers, and the University of Stirling’s Institute of Aquaculture –...
“Our researchers will show and tell visitors to the Show how science is helping develop extraordinary innovation and new understanding to respond to future challenges” The Royal Highland Show (20-23 June 2019) is one of Scotland’s most iconic events. While it showcases the very best of farming food and rural life, it could be argued that it is actually a science, research and innovation event,...
The James Hutton Institute’s commercial subsidiary, James Hutton Limited, has entered into a five-year agreement with Technico Agri Sciences, a subsidiary of Indian company ITC Limited, for the provision of 16 potato varieties and 600 clones to be trialled and tested in India. It is hoped that the introduction of new potato varieties will benefit India’s potato growers and industry by addressing the demand of processors and exporters...
The James Hutton Institute’s (JHI) bold ambitions for farming’s future have paid off – big time. The multi millions promised to the institute through the Tay Cities Deal are unheard of in a sector which is accustomed to getting by with the dregs of government spending. Last week’s massive vote of confidence effectively transformed JHI, which has been short of cash but not critics since...