In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we explore how Norway’s development license program triggered a wave of high-risk engineering to overcome limits in Atlantic salmon production. The conversation breaks down the shift toward open-ocean platforms, closed-containment systems, and the technologies reshaping environmental control, biosecurity, and regulatory expectations. Hear how these innovations are setting new global standards for aquaculture sustainability and production capacity. Listen now on all major platforms!

Inspired by the 2022 article titled "Technological innovations promoting sustainable salmon (Salmo salar) aquaculture in Norway" by Føre, Heidi Moe, et al.

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"Norway’s national government incentive program initiated high-risk engineering efforts designed to overcome production limits caused by environmental restrictions and outdated marine farming structures."

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:13) Introduction
• (01:39) Open ocean expansion
• (04:12) Closed system control
• (06:15) Sea lice prevention
• (07:01) Escape mitigation
• (08:33) Regulation challenges
• (08:45) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we break down the major pressure points shaping today’s global shrimp sector, from extreme feed cost volatility to shifts in genetics and system design. You’ll hear how production models, biosecurity strategies, and market instability are redefining farm performance and risk across key producing regions. This conversation offers practical, research-driven insights for anyone operating in high-stakes shrimp production. Listen now on all major platforms!

Inspired by the 2023 article titled "Shrimp farming advances, challenges, and opportunities" by Villarreal, H.

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"The estimates are now closer to four billion dollars a year in losses, mainly driven by white spot and AHPND."

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:15) Introduction
• (01:58) Farming intensity models
• (03:39) Feed cost pressure
• (04:54) Disease vulnerability
• (05:26) Genetics strategy shift
• (06:15) Extrusion technology role
• (08:45) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we discuss how genetic and genomic innovations are transforming modern aquaculture breeding. From closing reproduction cycles to improving feed efficiency, we cover advances in genomic selection, CRISPR editing, and multiomics integration. You will understand how these tools are shaping the future of efficient, resilient, and sustainable seafood production. Listen now on all major platforms!

Inspired by the 2022 article titled "Applications of modern genetics and genomic technologies to enhance aquaculture breeding" by Nguyen, Nguyen Hong, et al.

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“Heritability estimates confirm that selection for disease resistance is effective and worth the investment.”

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:54) Introduction
• (01:38) Controlled reproduction
• (02:29) Genetic diversity
• (06:49) Genomic selection
• (07:04) Genome editing
• (08:46) Multiomics approaches
• (09:54) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we explore how global aquaculture production has transformed through technology, biosecurity, and sustainable intensification. From fed species and crustacean growth to seaweed’s ecological role, this reveals how innovation is reshaping the blue economy. Gain insights into biofloc, RAS systems, and precision aquaculture for a more climate-smart future. Listen now on all major platforms!

Inspired by the 2023 article titled "The contribution of aquaculture systems to global aquaculture production" by Verdegem, Marc, et al.

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"Biofloc technology transforms waste management by converting nitrogenous compounds into microbial biomass that becomes usable nutrition."

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:58) Introduction
• (02:42) Crustacean risk factors
• (05:32) Biofloc technology explained
• (07:58) RAS system challenges
• (09:46) Seaweed farming impact
• (10:50) Future integration models
• (11:30) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we explore how epigenetic regulation is shaping the next era of aquaculture productivity. From DNA methylation to heritable molecular memory, it reveals how environmental factors can rewrite biological instructions, impacting growth, health, and resilience in aquatic species. Discover how this science could redefine selective breeding and fish health strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!

Inspired by the 2022 article titled "Genetic and epigenetic regulation of growth, reproduction, disease resistance and stress responses in aquaculture" by Liu, Z., Zhou, T., & Gao, D.

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“Epigenetic modification acts as a dynamic molecular switch, determining which genes respond to environmental cues through chemical tagging and methylation.”

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:48) Introduction
• (01:48) DNA methylation
• (03:48) Growth regulation
• (05:43) Disease resistance
• (06:23) Environmental adaptation
• (07:52) Sex determination
• (09:03) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we explore the design and validation of an independent RAS research facility that’s redefining salmon studies. Learn how structural independence, biosafety protocols, and biofilter variability affect research outcomes in modern aquaculture. Highlighting why statistical reliability and biosecurity are vital to RAS innovation. Listen now on all major platforms!

Inspired by the 2022 article titled "Evaluation of a recirculating aquaculture system research facility designed to address current knowledge needs in Atlantic salmon production," by Mota, Vasco C., et al.

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“Biofilter maturation significantly affects nitrogen stability and overall system reproducibility.”

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:02) Introduction
• (01:27) Independent system setup
• (03:08) Treatment components
• (04:02) Biosafety measures
• (05:21) Infection trials
• (06:34) Statistical validation
• (09:16) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, we discuss how modern shrimp farming can manage and reuse effluents to sustainably produce shrimp. The conversation explores the chemistry and biology behind nutrient waste, new engineering technologies for treatment, and the transformation of pollutants into valuable resources. Gain a clear understanding of how integration across physical, chemical, and biological systems creates real efficiency in aquaculture. Listen now on all major platforms!

Inspired by the 2021 article titled "Recent advances in shrimp aquaculture wastewater management" by Iber, B. T., and N. A. Kasan.

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“High-rate algal ponds remove the nitrogen and phosphorus excess efficiently while transforming them into valuable algal biomass.”

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:57) Introduction
• (01:59) Nitrogen accumulation
• (04:57) Cavitation technology
• (05:27) Nanofiltration systems
• (06:11) Algal nutrient recycling
• (07:33) Biofloc applications
• (08:37) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Aquaculture Podcast Show, experts discuss the latest research on intensive shrimp farming, focusing on how technology, training, and adaptive management reduce disease risks in Litopenaeus vannamei systems. The conversation explores how data-driven strategies, water quality management, and predictive tools are reshaping sustainable aquaculture under climate challenges. Learn what drives resilience in shrimp production, listen now on all major platforms!

Inspired by the 2024 article titled "Climatic events and disease occurrence in intensive Litopenaeus vannamei shrimp farming in the Mekong area of Vietnam" by Le, Ngan Thi Thanh, et al.

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“High stocking density, when supported by advanced technology, can actually lower disease probability.”

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:11) Introduction
• (01:45) Climate risk management
• (03:09) Feeding precision
• (04:11) Stocking density
• (05:24) Farm longevity
• (07:26) Heat stress management
• (08:13) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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