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The Executive branch has recently released an update to the 2024 Unified Regulatory Agenda which now shows that a listing decision for the Amur Sturgeon and the Ponto Caspian Species will not occur before December 2024.

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Impacts of Ocean Acidification on Global Seafood & Solutions Required for a Sustainable Future

The negative impacts of ocean acidification have become a severe threat to our global seafood supply and aquatic ecosystems more than ever. Increasing carbon emissions are causing our oceans to become record-breaking acidic, significantly disrupting their natural chemical balance and harming wildlife habitats. From contaminated marine species to decreasing seafood supply and worldwide environmental hazards, […]

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Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA): Environmental Benefits, Industry Challenges, & Sustainable Solutions

Integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA) is innovating the future of seafood production. From waste reduction to versatile system access and multiple revenue streams, aquafarms gain various benefits from IMTA production methods. Although multi-trophic aquaculture can be the solution to overfishing, the industry still faces several challenges to ensure responsible farming practices.  Learn more about IMTA, its […]

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Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS): Industry Advantages & Improvements Required for Sustainable Seafood Production

Recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) are revolutionizing how farms produce seafood for public consumption. From using recycled water to eliminating water pollution as a land-based system, RAS is providing sustainable production methods globally.  Although RAS aquaculture can be a solution to overfishing, industry improvements are required for farms that utilize these systems. RAS fish farms face […]

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Aquaculture Systems: Understanding The Different Types & Solutions for Sustainable Farming

You may have heard of aquaculture, but do you know how each system works? Whether it’s freshwater, oceans, or land tanks, they all use different aquaculture systems based on their species requirements, sustainability goals, and more.  Although aquaculture can solve overfishing, more must be done to promote better industry conservation while protecting our aquatic ecosystems. […]

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What is Aquaculture & How It Prevents Overfishing

What is aquaculture, exactly? And, is it the solution to overfishing? With increasing climate change hazards, global populations, and seafood consumption, so has the implementation of aquaculture farming to address these challenges.  However, more must be done to provide sustainable aquafarming solutions and prevent the endangerment of wild fish, aquatic species, and their habitats—while preserving […]

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What is the Sturgeon Conservation Status in 2024?

What does the sturgeon conservation status look like in 2024? It varies on the geographical region, sturgeon species, and their subpopulations. Some sturgeon species are at higher risk of extinction than others due to various factors, like government regulations, climate change, overfishing, and pollution.  While we can’t list every sturgeon conservation group and effort as […]

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6 Reasons Why Sturgeon Are the Most Endangered Species Group in the World

Did you know that the World Wildlife Foundation (WWF) stated that sturgeon are the most endangered species group in the world? Out of 26 total species, only 11 are left—and the remaining two-thirds remain vulnerable, endangered, and critically endangered.  While sturgeon conservation laws and groups are helping, more must done to prevent this vital species […]

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The Most Popular Types of Caviar: Exploring Sustainable Caviar Food Trade Practices for Sturgeon Conservation

Did you know sturgeon is the only fish used for many types of caviar? A sturgeon is a large prehistoric fish with habitats in freshwater lakes, seas, and rivers globally. It’s considered a delicacy in the food industry and certain cultural traditions. Sturgeon is the primary caviar source not only for its meat and eggs […]

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Why Sturgeon Should Be a Protected Species

Sturgeon must be a protected species as they’re critically endangered now more than ever. From climate change-related habitat deterioration to overfishing and poaching, more conversation efforts need to be made to save this historically vital species.  Sturgeons are ancient freshwater fish that have lived for thousands of years and are part of native cultural traditions. […]

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Sturgeon Caviar: What It Is & Why It’s So Sought After 

Sturgeon caviar is considered a culinary delicacy and is consumed by native cultural traditions. However, the impact of sturgeon fish caviar commercialization has significantly contributed to its critically endangered status due to overharvesting, unsustainable farming practices, and the illegal caviar trade.  With two-thirds of the sturgeon population on the brink of extinction and one species […]