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UAS Applied Fisheries program offers new class on Alaska aquaculture

Alaska Aquaculture Semester students visiting Eric Wyatt’s oyster farm “Blue Starr Oyster Co.” located in Sea Otter Sound, Prince of Wales. (Photo Provided)The University of Alaska Southeast’s Applied Fisheries program offers degrees, certificates, and …

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Mr Alex Pearson was the headteacher at Happyhansel School in Walls from 1949 until Christmas 1975 – 26 years’ service. A retirement party and presentation were held in the Walls hall and was attended by pupils, parents and ex-pupils. Here are Mr and Mrs …

Otter Ferry Seafish wins Marine Fund Scotland grant for R&D

Avaldsnes, Norway-headquartered Amar Seafood has announced that its Scottish subsidiary Otter Ferry Seafish has won a grant from Marine Fund Scotland for its research and development efforts.  The grants, which can amount to up to 50 percent of a project’s …

PENGUINS, SEA OTTERS, OCTOPUSES, OH MY! KEYS OFFICIALS TOUR MOTE MARINE LAB’S NEW AQUARIAUM

By Jill Miranda Baker The agenda included close encounters with sharks, rays, manatees, penguins, sea otters, octopuses, coral reef and more as a group of public officials, community members and Mote Marine Laboratory staff from the Florida Keys traveled …

NOAA Fisheries head says science is his priority

NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator Eugenio Pineiro Soler said his top priority at the U.S. agency is improving science. “My priorities when I took this job was number one science,” Soler said. “We have to have better science. We have to improve the …

'We've never protected nature well in Ireland:' Call for investment to protect Ireland's marine areas

Ireland has never protected nature well and the State is failing to provide adequate resources to meet its environmental targets, an Oireachtas committee has been told.Birdwatch Ireland’s head of policy Oonagh Duggan said aspirational plans to protect …

‘Forever chemical’ contamination could undermine sea otters’ fragile recovery in Canada

Sea otters living along the coastline of Canada’s British Columbia province are exposed — and absorb — forever chemicals, a new study shows. Each of the 11 sea otters tested carried residues PFAS chemicals, with concentrations higher for those living near …

Like B.C.'s orcas, sea otters have now been found with toxic forever chemicals

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News UBC researchers say concentrations of PFAS were three times higher in otters found near major cities and shipping routes around coastal B.C. Published Nov 20, 2025  •  Last updated 13 hours ago  •  3 minute read You …

Emperor, Empress Greeted by Sea Otters in Mie Prefecture

The Yomiuri Shimbun The Emperor and Empress observe the feeding of sea otters at the Toba Aquarium in Toba City, Mie Prefecture, on Saturday. The Yomiuri Shimbun 12:23 JST, November 9, 2025 TSU — The Emperor and Empress visited an aquarium in Toba, Mie …

Lamprey control program a part of saving Great Lakes fishery

Kevin Sullivan, left, and Shawn Robertson of Fisheries and Oceans Canada test the pH of the water from the Big Otter Creek at Vienna to gauge the concentration of TFM to control sea lamprey. (Jeff Helsdon photo) Jeff Helsdon, Local Journalism Initiative …

Study: FOREVER CHEMICALS threaten British Columbia’s recovering sea otter population

Study: FOREVER CHEMICALS threaten British Columbia’s recovering sea otter population A University of British Columbia study found per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) – toxic "forever chemicals" – in every sea otter tested, including a …

Toxic 'forever chemicals' are in B.C. sea otters, new study finds

Play Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by text-to-speech, a technology based on artificial intelligence. Sea otters living along B.C.'s South coast and Vancouver Island have high levels of toxic …

‘Forever’ chemicals found in B.C. sea otters

UBC researchers have identified eight per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in B.C. sea otters. ‘These chemicals are everywhere’ Known as ‘forever’ chemicals for how long it takes them to break down in the environment, these human-made chemicals are …

‘We cannot sit and wait’: Southeast Alaska fisheries being overrun by sea otters

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - They’re one of the internet’s favorite animals, sea otters, but in Southeast Alaska, the furry little critters are causing quite the headache for fishermen. Donna Marsh is married to a commercial fisherman and serves as a member …

Booming sea otters and fading shellfish spark values clash in Alaska

In Alaska, a state brimming with iconic wildlife — from grizzly bears to king salmon, humpback whales to harbor seals — the charismatic, densely coated sea otter stands out as perhaps the state’s most hotly debated, controversial species. Sea otters were …

‘We cannot sit and wait’: Southeast Alaska fisheries being overrun by sea otters

Private Funds step in as Trump cuts threaten sea otter restoration

On a blue-sky afternoon, kayakers paddle past dozens of sea lions lolling in the sun and make a beeline toward the sea otters lounging on beds of eel grass at Elkhorn Slough on California’s central coast. The playful predators not only generate millions of …

Petersburg joins other Southeast Alaska communities in asking for stronger sea otter management

The Petersburg Borough assembly passed a resolution on Sept. 15 calling on state and federal authorities for help dealing with rising sea otter populations. Petersburg now joins Wrangell and Haines in asking for stronger otter management. The Petersburg …

Scientists confirm discovery of a new otter species

For decades, wildlife guides said a single Neotropical river otter species occurred from northern Mexico to northern Argentina. Fresh genomic work now shows that to be unlikely. Researchers have confirmed that what looked like one kind of otter is actually …

Everglades Farm Launches New Website Designed to Make Growing Tropical Trees Easier Than Ever

Updated platform features improved navigation, exclusive offers, and a new educational blog for home gardeners HOMESTEAD, FL, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Everglades Farm, a Florida-based nursery known for rare and hard- …

Hemp Market Size, Share, and Trend Analysis Report by Product

The Business Research Company's Hemp Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The hemp industry has seen remarkable expansion …

Austin Texas Fencing Expands Quality Fence Services Across Central Texas

Austin Texas Fencing highlights rising demand for privacy fences as homeowners seek beauty, security, and peace of mind. AUSTIN, TEXAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Austin Texas Fencing, a trusted name in fence …

Hemp Seed Market Projected to Reach $14.51 Billion by 2030 - Exclusive Analysis by The Business Research Company

The Business Research Company's Hemp Seed Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The hemp seed market has been witnessing …

Agriculture 4.0 Market Drivers from 2026 to 2030: Analysis of Regional Trends and Market Size

The Business Research Company’s Agriculture 4.0 Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The agriculture sector is undergoing a technological …

Animal Nutrition Organic Acids Market - Analysis of Opportunities, Market Share, Growth, Competition & Forecast to 2030

The Business Research Company’s Animal Nutrition Organic Acids Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The animal nutrition organic …

The Fishing, Hunting and Trapping Market is projected to reach a value of US $1449.75 billion by 2030.

The Business Research Company's The Fishing, Hunting and Trapping Market is projected to reach a value of US $1449.75 billion by 2030. LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The fishing, hunting, …

The Turf Grass and Turf Solutions Market is Projected to Grow to $42.4 Billion by 2030

The Business Research Company's The Turf Grass and Turf Solutions Market is Projected to Grow to $42.4 Billion by 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The turf grass and turf solutions …

In-Depth Analysis of the Sunflower Market: Key Opportunities and Challenges

The Business Research Company's In-Depth Analysis of the Sunflower Market: Key Opportunities and Challenges LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The sunflower market has been steadily expanding …

Stone Fruit Market Analysis: Industry Competition and Growth Outlook

The Business Research Company's Stone Fruit Market Analysis: Industry Competition and Growth Outlook LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The stone fruit industry has experienced significant …

Hazelnut Market Analysis: Opportunities, Market Share, Growth Trends, Competitive Landscape, and Forecast Through 2030

The Business Research Company's Hazelnut Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The hazelnut market has experienced …

Fruit Pomace Market: Analysis of Future Demand and Leading Key Players Through 2030

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Farm Inputs Market 2026-2030: Exploring Growth Trends and Recent Developments

The Business Research Company's Farm Inputs Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The agricultural sector continues to …

Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape, and Trend Analysis Report for Microbial Agricultural Inoculants

The Business Research Company’s Microbial Agricultural Inoculants Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The microbial …

Harvesting Robot Market: Forecasted Demand and Leading Key Players Analysis Through 2030

The Business Research Company’s Harvesting Robot Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The harvesting robot market is …

Smart Crop Monitoring Market 2026-2030: Exploring Growth Trends and Recent Advancements

The Business Research Company’s Smart Crop Monitoring Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The agricultural sector is witnessing a …

Production Agriculture Market to Grow at 7.4% CAGR During 2026–2030, Reaching $255.88 Billion by 2030

The Business Research Company’s Production Agriculture Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The production agriculture …

Nursery and Floriculture Production Market to Reach $633.88 Billion by 2030, Growing at a 10.6% CAGR

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The Food Crops Grown Under Cover Market is projected to reach USD 127.96 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 12.5%.

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Global Market Report on Organic Oilseed Farming 2026: Business Expansion, Key Growth Drivers, and Trends Through 2030

The Business Research Company’s Organic Oilseed Farming Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The organic oilseed farming …