News Digest n.3 / 2025
Eurobarometer survey shows new trends in fishery and aquaculture products consumption
The Eurobarometer survey reveals a decline in EU consumption of fish and algae products, with only one-third of respondents consuming them at least once a week. Cost is the most influential factor, with frozen and tinned products surpassing fresh ones.
Climate Change Threatens Mediterranean Mussel Farming
Climate change is shifting mussel aquaculture habitats towards higher latitudes, affecting key producing countries like Spain, France, Italy, and Greece. Warming seawater temperatures and changes in salinity could negatively affect mussel growth and survival rates.
University of Stirling Develops an Innovative Metric Enhances Sustainability in Aquaculture
Researchers from the University of Stirling and other universities have developed a new metric called the nutrient Fish-In Fish-Out (nFIFO) to improve nutrient retention in aquaculture. The nFIFO metric aims to optimize nutrient retention while reducing environmental impacts, and it will be used by stakeholders to guide practices in aquaculture.
A floating piece of Cypriot history: the Lambousa museum
The Lambousa, an old wooden fishing trawler in Cyprus, has been restored and transformed into a floating museum using EU funding. The project, funded by the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund, celebrates the Mediterranean island's rich fishing heritage and culture.
