AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoInvasive Species Watch: A new Japanese study flags at least 112 non-native marine species since the late 1800s, with many spreading north as warming seas favor them—some include parasites and pathogens that can hit farmed fish and shellfish. Aquaculture Innovation (India): Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies students launched a crab aquaculture startup, building crab feed plus CrabRAS water-quality management and mineral supplements to boost growth and survival. Open-Sea Farming Proof (India): Visakhapatnam researchers and partners showcased a record ~4 tonnes of Indian pompano from a large 12-metre sea cage, pointing to higher yields than typical smaller cages. Biosecurity & Antibiotics: Research from Punjab, Pakistan finds higher antibiotic residues in market fish than farm samples, with resistant bacteria detected—pushing calls for tighter residue monitoring and responsible drug use. Blue Economy Push (India): Andhra Pradesh’s CM announced an “aqua corridor” linking coastal hubs to speed aquaculture research, startups, and processing for export growth. EU Ocean Monitoring: The EU unveiled OceanEye, a $107M ocean observation push to track climate-driven risks—aimed at better protection for marine ecosystems.
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