AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood Safety: Researchers developed a flexible hydrogel that detects traces of banned malachite green directly on shrimp, without sample preparation. India’s Fisheries Push: Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh called for stronger support to fish farmers and better project delivery as national fish production rose from 141.64 lakh tonnes in 2019–20 to 197.75 lakh tonnes. Smarter Fish Farming: Oman’s agriculture ministry and Sultan Qaboos University will test AI and underwater imaging to estimate fish biomass and fine-tune feeding, targeting a major operating cost. Feed Investment: Olam Agri has started work on a $70 million Nigerian mill, including capacity to produce 300 tonnes of aquafeed daily; it is due to open in 2027. Salmon Deal: AquaChile’s parent signed a preliminary agreement to buy Blumar’s salmon-farming business for an enterprise value of $540 million. Azerbaijan Growth Target: The country aims to more than double annual aquaculture output, from 3,400 to 7,700 tonnes, by 2030.
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