Posts by Julio Mendoza, DVM Senior Technical Manager. Pharmaq
China making up for lost time in aquatic vaccine development
China is now responsible for over 70% of global farmed-fish production. Finding appropriate responses to fish disease has not been as rapid, researchers from Huazhong Agricultural University acknowledged — but new options in development suggest that the nation is fast catching up.
Read MoreWhy prophylactic use of antibiotics poses a problem for aquaculture
Aquaculture needs to change its “widespread and unrestricted” use of prophylactic antibiotics and accelerate the move toward vaccination and more sanitary practices globally, according to Felipe C. Cabello, MD, professor emeritus of microbiology and immunology at New York Medical College.
Read MoreSeaweed supplements show promise as immunostimulants in aquaculture
Supplementing the diets of farmed fish with seaweeds or their extracts has “substantial positive impacts” on fish health, growth and survival, according to new analysis by scientists.
Read MoreCleaner-fish health risks highlighted as use in aquaculture rises
Cleaner fish have proved an effective alternative method of sea louse control — but their widespread introduction brings with it a new threat of pathogens and parasites, and available treatments are falling short of requirements.
Read MoreSmart strategies for Caligus control
An interview with Julio Mendoza, MVZ
PHARMAQ, Chile
