AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPolicy & Regulation: Pakistan’s maritime minister says a National Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy is in the works to unlock up to $10bn, with a one-window setup aimed at cutting red tape for investors. Environmental Governance: New Zealand’s Natural Environment Bill is moving forward via last-minute amendment papers, with critics warning environmental limits are weakened and councils may rely on non-binding action plans. Fisheries Transparency: Ghana has been named a Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI) implementing country, boosting public access to marine fisheries information. Aquaculture Risk & Compliance: Maine’s highest court upheld a permit for a 20-acre mussel and shellfish farm near Bar Harbor, rejecting claims the project should have faced stricter discharge review. Feed & Biosecurity: Australia’s Biosecurity Tasmania is investigating a fish-feed contamination claim at Skretting after an employee alleged mouldy pellets were reworked into new feed. Innovation & Tech: AquaNab is pushing nanoantibody feed delivery to tackle sea lice, while Rutgers researchers tout new oyster-related IP and other aquaculture innovations. Capacity Building: FAO and Sri Lanka partners launched a youth agrifood innovation challenge, and Saint Lucia backed sustainable shrimp hatchery and seed training. Market & Industry Events: Vietfish 2026 opened in Vietnam, spotlighting innovation and sustainability as exports target $12bn for the year.
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