Health
Microbiome Sequencing as a Precursor to Adaptive Production Management in Ponds
Conducting an extensive examination of pond microbiology through microbiome sequencing provides valuable insights, enabling pond producers to gain an understanding of the advantages and risks associated with microorganisms in a practical and actionable manner.
Read MoreMicromanaging your microbiome in RAS
Microbiome sequencing is as an effective method for identifying and quantifying bacterial species in RAS systems, allowing to identify potential issues before they result in negative outcomes.
Read MoreThe Center for Aquaculture Technologies Canada (CATC) Receives both GLP and GMP Recognition
The Center for Aquaculture Technologies Canada (CATC) announces the expansion of their Canadian laboratory services receiving both the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) recognition and EU Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification effective immediately. This GLP recognition provides CATC the ability to conduct aquatic safety studies at both the Souris…
Read MoreWhat is your aquatic microbiome up to?
Continuous monitoring of your aquatic microbiome can help optimize your operations, leading to more sustainable and economically viable aquaculture practices.
Read MoreHow to bring the pen to the tank — without compromising …
Wondering what are the pros and cons of in-tank studies for fish disease research? Check out this article in Fish Health Forum where Dr. Mark Braceland explains the differences of in-tank and field studies and details approaches that allow us to mimic field conditions to provide real-world, relevant data and results.
Read MoreEvaluation of a commercial shrimp breeding program…
CAT Breeding Scientist, Jeff Prochaska, explores commercial shrimp breeding programs using laboratory viral challenges to build genetic resistance against three primary pathogens.
Read MoreEmerging diseases of global Atlantic salmon Aquaculture
Emerging diseases in aquatic species are increasing in incidence and are typically difficult to control due to the limited availability of preventative or therapeutic treatments. CAT’s Director of Fish Health, Dr. Mark Braceland, presents on emerging pathogens and diseases in Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar L.) in Scotland, Norway, Canada, and Chile with reflections on mitigation and management strategies, as well as the development of in vitro and in vivo disease challenge models at CAT which are positioned to aid in the development of technologies and management practices to reduce their impacts.
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