Food system perspective on fisheries and aquaculture development in Asia
This paper reviews development research and policies on freshwater fish in South and Southeast Asia. We conduct a systematic review of academic literature from three major science-based policy institutions to analyze development research and policies that have accompanied the ongoing transition from freshwater capture fisheries to aquaculture in the region. Using a ‘food fish system’ framework allows for the identification and systematic comparison of assumptions underpinning dominant development policies.
Genetic parameters for resistance to Tilapia Lake Virus (TiLV) in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
Tilapia Lake Virus (TiLV) is one of the primary disease concerns for tilapia farming, with mass mortality events and biosecurity restrictions threating aquaculture in several continents. Selective breeding for improved host resistance to TiLV may help to mitigate this problematic disease, but the extent of genetic variation in resistance is not yet known. The objective of the current study was to estimate genetic parameters for host resistance to TiLV in a Nile tilapia breeding population of the Genetically Improved Farmed Tilapia (GIFT) strain.
Securing a just space for small-scale fisheries in the blue economy
The vast development opportunities offered by the world’s coasts and oceans have attracted the attention of governments, private enterprises, philanthropic organizations and international conservation organizations. High-profile dialogue and policy decisions on ocean futures are informed largely by economic and ecological research. Key insights from the social sciences raise concerns for food and nutrition security, livelihoods and social justice but these have yet to gain traction with investors and the policy discourse on transforming ocean governance.
5th INFOFISH World Tilapia Trade and Technical Conference and Exhibition 2025
TILAPIA 2025, the 5th edition of the series, will be held in collaboration with the 13th International Symposium on Tilapia in Aquaculture (ISTA13); the University of Arizona; US Soybean Export Council (USSEC); and with the technical support from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
Themed "Innovation, Integration and Profitability in Tilapia Aquaculture: Modernisation for a New Era", TILAPIA 2025 will present updates on the production status of global, regional and major tilapia producing countries.
WorldFish @ International Sustainability Congress 2025
The International Sustainability Congress (ISC) 2025 is a two-day flagship event themed “Preserving Biodiversity, Driving Sustainable Futures”. In conjunction with the, "Love Our Turtle: IKHTIAR Foundation Call-to-Action Campaign," this congress brings together government leaders, businesses, NGOs, communities, and youth to drive real action on biodiversity, ESG, and sustainability.
SEC’s 92nd Aquaculture Production Training Program Certification, Sustainability, and Best Management Practices – MENA
A virtual training program will be held to explore a set of innovative solutions, tips and techniques of certification and sustainability standards in aquaculture with showcasing a set of different case studies.
From Learner to Leader: Driving Aquaculture Innovation and Impact in Nepal
“In 2013, a WorldFish-organized visit to Bangladesh transformed how I run my hatchery, introducing me to advanced technologies at the Bangladesh Fisheries Research Institute and le
WorldFish @ Africa Food Systems Forum
The Africa Food Systems Forum 2025 is a premier gathering of public and private sector leaders, policymakers, researchers, development partners, and youth champions dedicated to transforming food systems across the continent. Hosted under the leadership of H.E. Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar FAYE, President of the Republic of Senegal, this year’s forum will focus on the theme, “Africa’s Youth Leading Collaboration, Innovation, and Implementation of Agri-Food Systems Transformation.”
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