Climate & Water Stress: South Korea’s record heat wave is pushing up seafood prices and killing farmed fish, with authorities warning that water temps above 28°C are stressing aquaculture and driving mass losses. Disaster Risk for Farmers: Myanmar urged fish and shrimp farmers to reinforce pond embankments and monitor warnings ahead of flood risks as heavy rains raise river levels. Disease & Biosecurity: Hainan reported major red tide outbreaks linked to toxic algae, causing large-scale marine fish deaths and exposing weak spots in marine aquaculture resilience. Policy & Investment: Andhra Pradesh approved a PPP Policy 2026 and an Ease of Doing Business Act, while extending subsidised power support for aquaculture farmers—moves aimed at improving investment conditions and lowering operating costs. Production & Inputs: China’s Yuehai Feed opened a shrimp seedling base in Jiangsu to boost domestic larval supply and reduce reliance on imports. Research & Breeding: North Carolina aquariums joined NOAA-funded work to develop breeding methods for more than 20 marine fish species in human care, supporting more sustainable finfish aquaculture. Market & Trade: Japan’s first-half 2026 agri/forestry/fishery exports hit a record, with yellowtail and other seafood helping drive growth.