Each year, starting in 2023, the WAS African Chapter (WAS-AC) will recognize individuals, companies, and organizations that have made significant contributions to both the Chapter and the development of aquaculture in Africa. this recognition spans ...
Almost weekly, I am reminded of how well-intentioned ideas can have unforeseen negative consequences, and aquaculture seems to be particularly vulnerable to this phenomenon. This often occurs when an uninformed group of advocates manage to persuade a...
Through the work of the EU-funded TRUEFISH project, overseen by the Lake Victoria Fisheries Organization (LVFO), a successful bid was presented for the hosting of World Aquaculture Safari’25 at Speke Resort Munyonyo from 24 to 27 June 2025. This will...
The use of integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA) for multi-species culture is not new, but this study looks at the potential of rearing sea cucumbers and abalone together as a tool for bioremediation and a way to stimulate increased abalone gro...
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) represents a promising approach for continued development of sustainable aquaculture practices. In this review, the authors summarized innovative aquaculture techniques focusing on the synergistic relation...
We have published a video of highlights from the meeting in Tunisia last November.
At various points in my career, I have heard the argument that freshwater aquaculture makes more sense than marine farming due to “technical, economic and resource constraints.” And the best evidence of these advantages has been the meteoric growth o...
Feeling overwhelmed by the information flow? Just want to slow down a bit but not disengage? Want to learn what lampworking and marine invertebrates have to do with each other? Join us in the NSA at the Movies - Shellfish AND Aquaculture edition....
Each year since 2023, the WAS African Chapter (WAS-AC) will celebrate individuals, companies and organizations who have made significant contributions to the Chapter and to the development of aquaculture in Africa, in fields of scientific research, e...
From an aquaculture producer’s standpoint, animal health and welfare are the most important components of biological performance. And, accordingly, economic sustainability. Few would argue the fact that stress plays a crucial role in the health statu...
As I write this note, I’m preparing to travel to Entebbe for the 2025 Aquaculture Safari — my final meeting as president of our Society. It’s a moment of reflection and deep gratitude. I want to sincerely thank the Society, the Board, our committees, and the dedicated event staff for making my tenure both fulfilling and inspiring. Together, we’ve continued to move the society forward in a positive direction.
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