Regulatory Showdown: Neighbors in Tiverton, Rhode Island, asked a Superior Court judge to step in after CRMC stalled on a proposed Sapowet Cove oyster farm, arguing the delay is an abuse of authority. Shellfish Operations: Cedar Island Oyster Co. won CRMC approval to switch gear in Point Judith Pond, converting existing lease areas into hundreds of floating basket cages to lift survival rates. Climate Pressure on Aquaculture: Philippines lawmakers filed a House resolution calling for an investigation into Super El Niño impacts on farmers and fisherfolk, with PAGASA warning hotter conditions and less rain into early 2027. Feed Market Expansion: Chinese feed giant Haid is accelerating overseas growth, with international aquafeed sales up about 21% by volume in H1 2026. Dealmaking & Tech: Ambienta bought four aquaculture tech firms to build a sustainable aquaculture platform, while AKVA agreed to sell to Yanmar for about USD 612 million. Trade & Policy: A US senator introduced a bill to raise phased tariffs on Ecuadorian shrimp, targeting price pressure on Gulf shrimpers. Global Industry Events: CONXEMAR and its FAO-MAPA congress in Vigo highlighted competitiveness, traceability, and innovation as Venezuela prepares to join the fair.