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How is regenerative agriculture connected to our oceans? A report released this February by the Yale Center for Business and the Environment sheds some on the subject. The report, named “Surf to Turf: Linking Regenerative Agriculture and Restorative Aquaculture in Coastal Foodscapes”, speaks to how aquaculture and land-based agricultural operations are siloed and the opportunity to build bridges between them. This includes using seaweed as a feed supplement & soil amendment, improving ocean health through conservation ag, and how marine organisms can provide ecosystem services such as filtration for water quality improvement. Surf to Turf also contains brief case studies on farms including Ocean Hour Farm, Earth Care Farm, Montauk Seaweed Supply Co, and Yale Farm. The report found the key barriers to restorative aquaculture adoption to be Insufficient Knowledge and Training, Inadequate Infrastructure, an Underdeveloped Market, and a Strong Presence of NIMBYism (“Not In My Back Yard”). Thank you to Violet Low-Beinart and Kelly McGlinchey for putting this together! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e-8SgF2s (https://lnkd.in/e-8SgF2s) #regenerativeagriculture #aquaculture #seaweed

Applications to the Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge (SOIC) 2023 are closing soon. https://lnkd.in/gx82Fw23 Through SOIC 2023, innovative startups and SMEs can collaborate with industry leaders in tackling sustainability challenges. JAPFA is looking for sustainable and cost-effective water and wastewater treatment solutions for livestock and aquaculture facilities. Water plays a vital part in livestock farming and aquaculture. Due to constraints such as water scarcity, space limitations and energy intensity, we are seeking more sustainable solutions than conventional water filtration or reverse osmosis systems. Submit your groundbreaking solutions by the final deadline on Wednesday, 31 January 2024, to be part of this transformative journey and secure your chance at funding and exclusive feedback. Learn more about JAPFA’s challenge and how to participate by clicking here https://lnkd.in/gDmH7vie #Sustainability #OpenInnovationSG #InnovationChallenge #SOIC2023

AI in aquaculture - fish-farming for the future 🐟🌟 We are collaborating with ReelData AI to implement AI-based tools for the land-based fish farming industry. Optimizing the feed regime in aquaculture is a must. By integrating Reel Data's Reel Appetite AI Feeding into our land-based fish farming, we are optimizing feed regimes for enhanced growth, fish health, and cost efficiencies. The system identifies real-time population appetite and adjusts feed levels accordingly to maximize biomass while minimizing waste. Our dedicated fish farm team is eager to embark on this transformative journey toward a better future. Stay tuned for incredible results! As The Fish Site puts it, "AI has the potential to revolutionize the world of precision aquaculture by making it a more sustainable, efficient and cost-effective solution for producing animal protein. Land-based aquaculture, in particular, is the most sustainable option for raising fish and other aquatic species, and AI can play a crucial role in making this method even more efficient and effective." #arcticchar #landbasedfishfarming #fishfarming #aquaculture #landbasedaquaculture #SustainableFarming #FishFarmingInnovation

🌊 FAO Targets 35% Growth in World Aquaculture Production by 2030 🐟 Did you know? World aquaculture production has surged by a remarkable 54% since 2011, solidifying its position as one of the fastest-growing agricultural sectors globally. Now, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has set its sights even higher, aiming for a 35% growth in aquaculture production by 2030. This ambitious target underscores the critical role aquaculture plays in meeting the escalating demand for protein, while also addressing environmental concerns associated with traditional agriculture. As we strive towards sustainable food systems, this initiative paves the way for innovative solutions and collaborative efforts across the industry. Let's seize this opportunity to drive meaningful change and shape the future of aquaculture together. Engage, inspire, and ignite transformation within our industry! 🚀 #Aquaculture #Sustainability #FoodSecurity #Innovation #Collaboration #FutureOfFood #FAO #UnitedNations #SDGs #SustainableDevelopment #FishFarming #Seafood

📈🐟 Dive into our Second 'Aquaculture Innovation Insights' series where we explore the future growth potential in fish farming innovation & technologies. New technologies are predominantly applied for water management, feeding and farm management. Across various fish farming sectors, there is still a significant expansion potential for digital innovations. Technology adoption varies depending on the value of the species being farmed. Constraints include, among other factors, economic considerations and farmers' willingness to adopt the technology. 🔍 For this project, we've partnered with The Fish Site to conduct a global survey, providing insights into aquaculture innovations and technologies from a diverse range of aquaculture stakeholders globally. What are your thoughts on this? 🤝Reach out to us, if you'd like to discuss how we can sustainably support your companies’ strategic needs and move forward in the sector. #aquaculture #innovation #fishfarming 

📢 Prepare yourselves for our forthcoming webinar, during which we will discuss the remarkable possibilities of insect farming in promoting sustainable food production! ✨ 🗣️ We are thrilled to have  Dr. Steve Omondi Oduor and Prof. Dr. George Owuor from the Egerton University, INCiTiS-FOOD project, joining us as featured speakers. Check out the information below for further insights!👇

New strategy to support Scotland’s fish farming sector Actions to increase the productivity of Scotland’s aquaculture sector and help reduce its impact on the environment have been set out in a new strategy. The Vision for sustainable aquaculture describes the Scottish Government’s long-term aspirations to 2045 for the finfish, shellfish and seaweed farming sectors, and the wider aquaculture supply chain. Streamlined consent process The vision seeks to balance the industry’s demand to have an efficient and transparent process for securing consent for developments. That has been hampered by rules that require four different Scottish government agencies to consult with each other on industry application. A streamlined process, including Marine Scotland, Crown Estate Scotland and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency, is to be trialled this year. The Vision for Sustainable Aquaculture by the Scottish Government and further details on this story can be read here: https://lnkd.in/er9vjJXm

Key Takeaways from Ag2050 Scenarios Report: 1. Urgency for Innovation: The CSIRO report stresses the urgent need for innovative strides in agriculture to meet future productivity, resilience, and sustainability goals by 2050. 2. Facing Challenges: It highlights significant issues such as climate change impacts, supply chain vulnerabilities, and innovation delays that threaten the sector’s future. 3. Future Scenarios Explored: Four potential futures are proposed, each depicting varying degrees of technological integration and climate adaptation. 4. Industry Collaboration: The report is a product of collaborative efforts with over 100 stakeholders aiming to forge a strategic path forward. 5. Proactive Research and Development: CSIRO’s Ag2050 program is pivotal in driving the sector towards these future goals through scientific innovation. Skills Insight National Farmers' Federation Hort Innovation Rocket Seeder FutureAg Meat & Livestock Australia CSIRO Bow Souter Kara-Glenn Worth Ian Layden Ken Garner Neena Mitter Grant Gilmour Jesse Reader Dr Madeline Mitchell Lucy Noble Kevin Argyle Katerina Kotenko Sam Turner Nicole Dimos-Byrnes GAICD Jonathan Middis Elke Cleverdon Manda W. Shayne Hyman Esther Rand Mark Sloan Justin Ahmed Geert A. Hendrix Bruce McConnel David Bondfield Michael McCosker Kadambot H.M. Siddique Liza Noonan Russel Rankin AgriFutures Australia AgriFutures growAG Bernadette Ditchfield Georgia Pugh William Taing 陈财喜 #agriculture #agribusiness #regionalaustralia #farming #agtech #agriculturaltechnology #sustainability #regionaldevelopment #producers #horticulture #cropping #broadacre #regenerativeagriculture #climatechange #aginnovation #drought #bushfires #livestock #agrifutures