Crabs and lobsters https://enaca.org/rss/?tag=29 Information relating to the aquaculture of crabs, lobsters and other non-shrimp crustaceans. [email protected] [email protected] Copyright all rights reserved NACA Newsletter, Vol. XXXX, January-March 2025 https://enaca.org/?id=1377

In this issue:

  • FAO programme supports national innovation and investment plans for aquaculture transformation.
  • 14th Asian Fisheries Forum, 12-15 February 2025 register now!
  • Saudi International Marine Exhibition (SIMEC) 3-5 February 2025, Riyadh.
  • Workshop on Sustainable Brine Shrimp Artemia Cultivation, 17 February, Tashkent.
  • Status, technological innovations, and industry development needs of mud crab (Scylla spp.) aquaculture.
  • Global Seaweed: New and Emerging Markets Report 2023.
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Sun, 26 Jan 2025 09:42:02 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1377
Status, technological innovations, and industry development needs of mud crab (Scylla spp.) aquaculture https://enaca.org/?id=1374

This document contains the proceedings of the technical workshop entitled “Status, technological innovations, and industry development needs of mud crab (Scylla spp.) aquaculture” held from 27 to 30 November 2023, in Singapore. It provides a summary of the workshop, highlighting key opportunities and challenges in the development of mud crab aquaculture, along with a series of follow-up actions and recommendations to support growth in the sector. It also includes a brief global overview of the status of mud crab aquaculture development as well as reviews detailing the development status in major producing countries. Additionally, the document features technical reports on advancements in hatchery-produced seedstock, farming systems for both soft-shell and hard-shell crabs, value chains, marketing, and topics related to management, conservation, transportation, and the future quality and handling standards of the industry.

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Sun, 26 Jan 2025 05:02:26 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1374
Reported Aquatic Animal Diseases in the Asia-Pacific Region during the Second Quarter of 2024 https://enaca.org/?id=1370 With the implementation of the new aquatic animal disease reporting in the Asia Pacific region from January 2021 NACA is publishing reported aquatic animal diseases submitted by countries in the Asia-Pacific region. This report covers the second quarter of 2024 and the original and updated reports can be accessed from the QAAD page.

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Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:15:11 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1370
14th Asian fisheries and Aquaculture Forum: Early bird closes 10 November https://enaca.org/?id=1366

The 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum (14AFAF) will be held from 12-15 February 2025 in New Delhi, India. Submission of abstracts has been extended until 5 November, and early bird registration closes on 10 November, so get in quick!

The forum is a scientific meeting organised by the Asian Fisheries Society (AFS) once every three years to understand the global trends and address issues and challenges faced by the fisheries and aquaculture sector. The main purpose of this Forum is to provide an international platform for eminent scientists, young researchers, and other stakeholders across the globe to share their research experiences and innovative ideas. By facilitating the exchange of diverse range of knowledge and expertise, the Forum with the Theme ‘Greening the Blue Growth in Asia-Pacific’ aims to address key issues towards developing sustainable fisheries and aquaculture.

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Tue, 15 Oct 2024 05:34:50 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1366
Reported Aquatic Animal Diseases in the Asia-Pacific Region during the Third Quarter of 2023 https://enaca.org/?id=1311 With the implementation of the new aquatic animal disease reporting in the Asia Pacific region from January 2021, and in lieu of the published QAAD Reports (last issue published was 4th quarter of 2020), NACA is publishing reported aquatic animal diseases submitted by countries in the Asia-Pacific region. This report covers the third quarter of 2023 and the original and updated reports can be accessed from the QAAD page

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Fri, 02 Feb 2024 05:40:03 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1311
Reported Aquatic Animal Diseases in the Asia-Pacific Region during the Fourth Quarter of 2022 https://enaca.org/?id=1268 With the implementation of the new aquatic animal disease reporting in the Asia Pacific region from January 2021, and in lieu of the published QAAD Reports (last issue published was 4th quarter of 2020), NACA is publishing reported aquatic animal diseases submitted by countries in the Asia-Pacific region. This report covers the fourth quarter of 2022 and the original and updated reports can be accessed from the QAAD page

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Mon, 01 May 2023 05:03:31 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1268
13th Asia-Pacific Marine Biotechnology Conference, 2-6 October 2023, Australia https://enaca.org/?id=1266

The 13th APMBC and 5th ANZMBS conference are combining to engage marine biotechnologists, industry, investors, and policy makers in current marine biotechnology research, and industry development in the Asia-Pacific region. The conference will be held from 2-6 October 2023 in Adelaide, Australia. This provides a great opportunity to participate in the growth and future development of the marine biotechnology industry in the region and globally. A key objective of the joint Conference is to encourage academic-industry partnerships across the region. Abstract submissions and early bird registrations are now open!

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Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:53:49 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1266
Global Seafood Trade Fair 28-30 June, Guangzhou, China https://enaca.org/?id=1265

In June, China will open its doors to the world through the Global Seafood Fair. With over 50,000 visitors and a strong buyer presence, the fair is an excellent opportunity for businesses to showcase their products. The event will feature over 1,000 exhibitors and more than 10,000 products for buyers to choose from. Attendees can also participate in several industry-focused events, including the Global Shrimp Industry Development Summit Forum, the Overseas Seafood Products Digital Trade Forum, the Tilapia Industry Chain Summit, and the China Aquatic Prepared Dishes Development Summit.

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Wed, 19 Apr 2023 02:53:46 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1265
Update: 2022 Global Forum on Sustainable Development of Fisheries to be held on 13 December https://enaca.org/?id=1241

Update: The forum will now be held on 13 December and and updated conference agenda is available below. Please register your attendance using the form linked below. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants before the meeting, thank you.

A free online forum will be organised by the Agriculture Trade Promotion Center, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, and Yellow Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, and NACA. The forum aims to strengthen international exchange and cooperation in aquatic trade, promote high-quality development of fisheries, disseminate advanced concepts, technologies, and models of aquaculture in the Asia-Pacific region and Silk Road countries, and promote the health and sustainable development of global fisheries. Participation is free but registration is required.

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Mon, 24 Oct 2022 02:13:23 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1241
FAO/NACA workshop to developing a regional strategy for aquatic organism health using progressive management pathways https://enaca.org/?id=1252

On 28-29 November FAO and NACA collaborated on a virtual workshop to develop a regional strategy for aquatic organism health, using a progressive management pathway for improving aquaculture biosecurity. The workshop was held under the auspices of the project “Responsible use of fisheries and aquaculture resources for sustainable development component 3: Biosecurity and health management”. The workshop involved 31 experts from 16 countries, including national focal points, FAO and NACA. The objectives of the workshop were to: Present and analyse country responses to a self-assessment survey on biosecurity and health management capacity and performance; to provide guuidance to country participants on conducting a SWOT analysis; and to prepare a detailed plan for Phase II of the initiative.

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Thu, 12 Jan 2023 04:43:23 +0000 https://enaca.org/?id=1252