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CAT Strengthens Focus on Client Partnerships with Ecuador and Global Support Roles
CAT (Center for Aquaculture Technologies) is expanding its client support services to further strengthen the company’s commitment to high-quality service and operational excellence. The Ecuadorian shrimp Industry has experienced tremendous growth over the last 5 years. With much of Ecuador’s success as a global shrimp leader been driven by continuous genetic improvement programs. CAT…
Read MoreGenetic Innovation for Blue Food Security: Production and Resilience in Aquaculture
A 10-minute presentation by Debbie Plouffe As the world searches for sustainable ways to feed a growing population, the future does not lie only on land, but also in our waters. In this 10-minute talk recorded for Sea the Future 2026, Debbie Plouffe explores how genetic innovation is transforming aquaculture into a smarter, more resilient,…
Read MoreRevolutionising Aquaculture Through Genetics: The role of genetics in Aquaculture
Aquaculture has been evolving fast. Producers continue to be under growing pressure to deliver more – more efficiency, more resilience, more sustainability and often with fewer resources and tighter financial constraints. So how does genetics help? Genetics isn’t just about growing better animals. It’s about building aquaculture systems that are robust, adaptable, long-term, and commercially…
Read MoreMeet CAT at Aquaculture America 2026
We’re excited to be back at Aquaculture America 2026! The CAT team will be sharing practical insights on genetics, breeding strategies, and our Next-Gen Breeding™ approach to building resilient aquaculture systems. Join us for our talks or stop by Booth 426 to learn how we help producers launch new breeding programs or strengthen existing ones,…
Read MoreThe Center for Aquaculture Technologies Appoints Matt Kramer as Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing
Matt Kramer has joined the growing team at the Center for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT) as the Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing. He will lead the company’s expanding global rollout of innovation in genetic improvement, particularly in commercial-scale genome editing for aquaculture. Matt is a seasoned commercial leader with more than two decades…
Read MoreImproving genomic selection and diversity with cryopreservation: A case study in Atlantic salmon
Sam May, our Genetic Services Lead – North America, was the Principal Investigator (PI) of the recently published study: Improving genomic selection and diversity with cryopreservation: A case study in Atlantic salmon Selective breeding is key to producing healthier, more resilient aquaculture populations, but maintaining genetic diversity is always a challenge. This study explores how…
Read MoreSam May joins as the new Genetic Services Lead for the U.S. and Canada
CENTER FOR AQUACULTURE TECHNOLOGIES WELCOMES SAM MAY, THE NEW GENETIC SERVICES LEAD FOR THE US AND CANADA Reflecting its continued growth and commitment to innovative genetic improvement and strategic breeding program support, Center for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT) is pleased to welcome Samuel May as the new Genetic Services Lead for the US and Canada. Sam…
Read MoreThe Center for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT) Launches New Low-Density Genotyping Panel for Black Tiger Shrimp
Advancing Practical Genetic Innovation in P. monodon Breeding As global investment in Black Tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) breeding continues, the Center for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT) introduces a new, value-driven genotyping solution designed for improved efficiency in selective breeding programs. Amid growing industry demand for sustainable production – supported by the recent research study on Brazilian…
Read MoreSelecting for Success
In the rapidly evolving aquaculture industry, where seafood demand continues to rise, efficiency and sustainability are more critical than ever. Improved genetic improvement strategies and breeding program management have been a driving force behind global aquaculture growth. Thanks to selective breeding, aquaculture species can now grow faster, with greater disease resistance, require fewer resources, and,…
Read MoreA pivotal moment for genome editing in aquaculture
CAT’s CEO, John Buchanan, and genome editing field lead Matt Josephson recently joined Ramon Amaral, CEO of Brazilian Fish, in a conversation with The Fish Site to share more of the story behind our new strategic partnership. As previously announced, CAT is working with Brazilian Fish to integrate CAT’s genome editing technology into their breeding…
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