Review
Fisheries
Jennifer C. Nascimento-Schulze, Tim P. Bean, Ross D. Houston, Eduarda M. Santos, Matthew B. Sanders, Ceri Lewis, Robert P. Ellis
Summary: Aquaculture accounts for half of global seafood production, with marine bivalve aquaculture showing great potential for sustainable expansion. Artificial spat propagation and selective breeding offer rapid gains for the industry, though unique characteristics of bivalves present challenges for genetic improvement.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Clemence Fraslin, Heikki Koskinen, Antti Nousianen, Ross D. Houston, Antti Kause
Summary: This study demonstrates that selective breeding for improved resistance to columnaris disease in rainbow trout is feasible. A natural outbreak of the disease in a farm environment can be utilized to select fish with greater resistance, and genomic selection is an effective approach to expedite this process.
Article
Fisheries
Zheng Luo, Yang Yu, Jianhai Xiang, Fuhua Li
Summary: In this study, a strategy for genomic selection (GS) using a subset of markers selected by genome wide association studies (GWAS) was proposed. Results showed that using GWAS-selected SNPs improved prediction accuracy compared to using total SNPs, with the BayesB model outperforming the GBLUP model. Optimal SNP numbers for GS varied for different traits and species.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Josefa Grasiela Silva Santana, Helaine Christine Cancela Ramos, Renato Santa-Catarina, Julio Cesar Fiorio Vettorazzi, Daniel Pereira Miranda, Adriana Azevedo Vimercati Pirovani, Tathianne Pastana de Sousa Poltronieri, Rafaela Pereira Duarte, Messias Gonzaga Pereira
Summary: This study measured and explored the potential of genetic variability in a population of papaya lines, focusing on fruit quality traits. The results showed genetic variability in fruit quality, with fruit shape being the most contributing trait. The diverse population of papaya lines showed promise for producing commercial-sized fruits in different patterns. Furthermore, selecting papaya lines based on fruit shape using morpho-anatomical traits did not compromise fruit quality parameters.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Ronan Griot, Francois Allal, Florence Phocas, Sophie Brard-Fudulea, Romain Morvezen, Pierrick Haffray, Yoannah Francois, Thierry Morin, Anastasia Bestin, Jean-Sebastien Bruant, Sophie Cariou, Bruno Peyrou, Joseph Brunier, Marc Vandeputte
Summary: This study assessed the impact of training population size and marker density on the prediction accuracy of disease resistance traits in European sea bass and gilthead sea bream. Results showed that as training population size increased, the accuracy of genomic-based breeding values also increased. The accuracy could still improve with more individuals in the training population as the plateau was not reached. Additionally, even using only a 6K density chip, accuracy reached at least 90% of that obtained with the full density chip.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2021)
Review
Fisheries
Zituo Yang, Yepin Yu, Yi Xuan Tay, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: Selective breeding has significantly increased aquaculture production, and the use of CRISPR/Cas9 technology for gene/genome editing is faster and more precise, rapidly emerging as a tool for genetic improvement in over 20 aquaculture species.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jon Pavelin, Ye Hwa Jin, Remi L. Gratacap, John B. Taggart, Alastair Hamilton, David W. Verner-Jeffreys, Richard K. Paley, Carl-johan Rubin, Stephen C. Bishop, James E. Bron, Diego Robledo, Ross D. Houston
Summary: The study identified nae1 as the causative gene underlying the major QTL affecting resistance to IPNV in Atlantic salmon, providing further evidence for the critical role of neddylation in host-pathogen interactions. The results also highlight the value of combining high-throughput genomics approaches with targeted genome editing to understand the genetic basis of disease resistance.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
O. Gervais, A. Barria, A. Papadopoulou, R. L. Gratacap, B. Hillestad, A. E. Tinch, S. A. M. Martin, D. Robledo, R. D. Houston
Summary: The study found that the heritability of ISAV resistance is moderate with a polygenic architecture, but a significant quantitative trait locus was detected on chromosome 13. A mild up-regulation of the interferon pathway characterizes the response to the virus in heart samples from this population of Atlantic salmon, and candidate genes showing differential expression between samples with high and low breeding values for resistance were identified.
Review
Agronomy
Nuzul Widyas, Tri Satya Mastuti Widi, Sigit Prastowo, Ika Sumantri, Ben J. Hayes, Heather M. Burrow
Summary: This paper reviews the literature on cattle breeding in tropical environments, particularly Indonesia. The aim is to find new breeding opportunities for smallholder farmers in Indonesia while conserving local cattle beef breeds. The lack of well-designed breeding programs in Indonesia has resulted in many mixed-breed animals with unknown genetic composition and adaptation capabilities. Crossbreeding programs are too complex for smallholder farmers, but within-breed selection could be used to develop tropically adapted composite breeds. International collaborations and the use of genomic information are crucial for genetic improvement and conservation of unique Indonesian cattle breeds.
Review
Fisheries
Kunyin Jiang, Chen Chen, Gaowei Jiang, Yong Chi, Chengxun Xu, Lingfeng Kong, Hong Yu, Shikai Liu, Qi Li
Summary: Oysters are an important shellfish species that have been cultured for thousands of years. The oyster aquaculture industry has rapidly developed over the past few decades, with researchers making efforts to improve commercially important traits through selective breeding and other techniques. Advances in oyster breeding have resulted in the development of strains with desirable characteristics, such as fast growth and disease resistance, and have contributed to the sustainability and economic benefits of oyster production. However, challenges such as infectious diseases, environmental concerns, and climate change remain.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Richard S. Taylor, Roberto Carvalheiro, Amanda L. Patchett, Klara L. Verbyla, Jeremy Carson, James W. Wynne, Brad S. Evans, Curtis E. Lind, Harry King
Summary: This study found that resistance to yersiniosis is a heritable trait and that two consecutive year classes of salmon were highly correlated in terms of disease resistance. Genomic prediction was more accurate than traditional pedigree-based selective breeding, with an improvement of 9-14%. GWAS analysis confirmed that resistance to yersiniosis is a polygenic trait with no major QTL. Candidate genes identified suggest altered host interactions, inflammatory responses, and clearance of Y. ruckeri infection.
Article
Fisheries
Alan Licona-Jain, Ilie Racotta, Carlos Angulo, Antonio Luna-Gonzalez, Ruth Escamilla-Montes, Edilmar Cortes-Jacinto, Rosa M. Morelos-Castro, Angel I. Campa-Cordova
Summary: This study examines the use of probiotics as an alternative to antibiotics in shrimp aquaculture and finds that a combination of mixed yeast and simultaneous administration routes can improve growth and immunity in shrimp.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Yi Xuan Tay, Yepin Yu, Zituo Yang, Le Wang, Fei Sun, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: Understanding the molecular mechanisms of disease resistance is crucial for improving aquaculture. The pIgR gene was found to play an important role in the mucosal immunity of Asian seabass, inhibiting iridovirus infection. Two SNPs in the pIgR gene may be associated with resistance to iridovirus.
Article
Fisheries
Ehsan Ahmadifar, Sedigheh Mohammadzadeh, Naser Kalhor, Morteza Yousefi, Mohsen Shahriari Moghadam, Watcharapong Naraballobh, Mehdi Ahmadifar, Seyed Hossein Hoseinifar, Hien Van Doan
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of cornelian cherry fruit extract on the growth performance, immune responses, and disease resistance in common carp. The results showed that feeding common carp with 0.5-1% cornelian cherry extract improved growth performance and reduced the impacts of A. hydrophila infection.
Article
Plant Sciences
Yongjun Li, Fan Shi, Zibei Lin, Hannah Robinson, David Moody, Allan Rattey, Jayfred Godoy, Daniel Mullan, Gabriel Keeble-Gagnere, Matthew J. Hayden, Josquin F. G. Tibbits, Hans D. Daetwyler
Summary: We investigated the benefit of introgression of external lines into a cereal breeding programme and strategies to accelerate introgression of favourable alleles. The study found that the benefit of introgression depended on the level of genetic variation for the target trait in the existing breeding programme. Introgression of external resources was beneficial when the existing population lacked variation in disease resistance or when minor disease QTL were already at medium or high frequency. No extra genetic gain was achieved from introgression when minor disease QTL were at low frequencies. More benefit was obtained from introgression if the major disease QTL had larger effect sizes, more selection emphasis was applied on disease resistance, or more external lines were introgressed. However, most strategies to increase introgression of major disease QTL had negative impacts on selection for grain yield. Breeding programmes should carefully consider the level of genetic variation in a trait before deciding to introgress germplasms.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Xue-Mei Xiong, Nicholas Andrew Robinson, Jia-Jia Zhou, Yu-Long Chen, Weimin Wang, Xu-Bo Wang, Ze-Xia Gao
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
N. A. Robinson, A. Krasnov, E. Burgerhout, H. Johnsen, H. K. Moghadam, B. Hillestad, M. L. Aslam, M. Baranski, S. A. Boison
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Biming Zhong, Nicholas A. Robinson, Robyn D. Warner, Colin J. Barrow, Frank R. Dunshea, Hafiz A. R. Suleria
Review
Fisheries
Luke T. Barrett, Frode Oppedal, Nick Robinson, Tim Dempster
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
M. L. Aslam, D. Robledo, A. Krasnov, H. K. Moghadam, B. Hillestad, R. D. Houston, M. Baranski, S. Boison, N. A. Robinson
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Tara Kelly, Hanne Johnsen, Erik Burgerhout, Helge Tveiten, Tina Thesslund, Oivind Andersen, Nicholas Robinson
G3-GENES GENOMES GENETICS
(2020)
Article
Fisheries
Brett P. Shiel, Ira R. Cooke, Nathan E. Hall, Nicholas A. Robinson, Jan M. Strugnell
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Marie Lillehammer, Rama Bangera, Marcela Salazar, Sergio Vela, Edna C. Erazo, Andres Suarez, James Cock, Morten Rye, Nicholas Andrew Robinson
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
Review
Fisheries
Andrew Coates, Ben L. Phillips, Samantha Bui, Frode Oppedal, Nick A. Robinson, Tim Dempster
Summary: Salmon lice have developed resistance to chemical therapeutants, leading to a shift towards non-chemical control methods in aquaculture. However, lice may also adapt to these new methods. Research indicates phenotypic variation in louse populations, which could affect non-chemical control strategies.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Stephanie M. Heyworth, James B. Bell, Christopher M. Wade, Georgenes Cavalcante, Nicholas Robinson, Emma Young, James Glass, David A. Feary
Summary: Quantifying population connectivity within and between deep-water fisheries stocks is crucial for effective management plans. The study found little genetic structure between commercially targeted Hyperoglyphe antarctica populations across four seamounts, indicating low genetic diversity and substantial gene flow. This supports coordinated management of all populations across the seamounts.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Nicholas Robinson, Christian Karlsen, Elisabeth Ytteborg, Aleksei Krasnov, Jascha Gerwins, Hanne Johnsen, Jelena Kolarevic
Summary: Recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) have potential benefits, such as reducing water use and improving biosecurity, but may hinder the early development of Atlantic salmon, leading to thinner epidermis, less vertebral mineralization, and altered gene expression related to bone and skin development. These differences in early development could potentially affect the robustness of salmon at later life stages.
Article
Fisheries
Dean R. Jerry, David B. Jones, Marie Lillehammer, Cecile Massault, Shannon Loughnan, Holly S. Cate, Paul J. Harrison, Jan M. Strugnell, Kyall R. Zenger, Nicholas A. Robinson
Summary: The article discusses the breeding programs for barramundi based on genomic selection and pedigree-based selection, finding that genomic selection yields better results in terms of genetic gains. Through experiments with various breeding strategies, it was discovered that genomic-based breeding programs can achieve higher genetic gains in different environments compared to pedigree-based programs.
Article
Fisheries
P. McIntosh, L. T. Barrett, F. Warren-Myers, A. Coates, G. Macaulay, A. Szetey, N. Robinson, C. White, F. Samsing, F. Oppedal, O. Folkedal, P. Klebert, T. Dempster
Summary: Salmonid aquaculture has expanded globally in recent decades, with changes in cage technologies and locations. This study used satellite images to analyze the changes in cage size, location, and proximity to neighboring farms. The results showed that cage diameters have increased, leading to larger farms, while the distance to neighboring farms varied across regions. These changes have environmental and production consequences, emphasizing the importance of analyzing and improving management practices in salmon farming.
Review
Fisheries
Nicholas A. Robinson, Diego Robledo, Lene Sveen, Rose Ruiz Daniels, Aleksei Krasnov, Andrew Coates, Ye Hwa Jin, Luke T. Barrett, Marie Lillehammer, Anne H. Kettunen, Ben L. Phillips, Tim Dempster, Andrea Doeschl-Wilson, Francisca Samsing, Gareth Difford, Sarah Salisbury, Bjarne Gjerde, John-Erik Haugen, Erik Burgerhout, Binyam S. Dagnachew, Dominic Kurian, Mark D. Fast, Morten Rye, Marcela Salazar, James E. Bron, Sean J. Monaghan, Celeste Jacq, Mike Birkett, Howard I. Browman, Anne Berit Skiftesvik, David M. Fields, Erik Selander, Samantha Bui, Anna Sonesson, Stanko Skugor, Tone-Kari Knutsdatter Ostbye, Ross D. Houston
Summary: Disease and parasitism pose significant challenges to global aquaculture, and genetic technologies offer potential solutions. Understanding genetic mechanisms, developing tools for boosting host resistance, and applying genetic technologies can improve disease resistance and transform aquaculture.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Shannon R. Loughnan, Carolyn Smith-Keune, Luciano B. Beheregaray, Nicholas A. Robinson, Dean R. Jerry
MARINE AND FRESHWATER RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Fisheries
Hunter S. Bailey, Ashley N. Fincannon, Lee A. Fuiman
Summary: This study investigated the transfer of fatty acids from broodstock diets to eggs and the time needed for the eggs to equilibrate to the diet in Southern flounder. The findings indicate that different diet treatments significantly affect the fatty acid composition of eggs, and it takes 8-16 weeks for the eggs to adapt to changes in the adult diet. These results are important for improving broodstock diets and feeding protocols in stock-enhancement programs.
Article
Fisheries
Yu Liu, Mingtao Lei, Hector Victor, Yan Wang
Summary: This study confirms the feasibility of replacing raw fish diet with a formulated diet in commercial farming of large yellow croaker, which can increase fish survival and yield, and reduce feed cost and body lipid deposition.
Article
Fisheries
Xiaoyan Zhang, Lize San, Yucong Yang, Yuehong Tao, Jiangong Ren, Yufeng Liu, Zhongwei He, Jiashuo Di, Ziteng Pei, Guixing Wang, Jilun Hou
Summary: Gynogenesis is an effective technique for establishing homogeneous lines and confirming potential chromosomal mechanisms of sex determination in fish. This study successfully induced gynogenetic families in Thamnaconus modestus and established a complete method for gynogenesis induction.
Article
Fisheries
Julieta C. Martinelli, Megan Considine, Helen R. Casendino, Carolyn M. Tarpey, Isadora Jimenez-Hidalgo, Jacqueline L. Padilla-Gamino, Teri L. King, Lorenz Hauser, Steven Rumrill, Chelsea L. Wood
Summary: Shell-boring polychaetes have caused significant damage to mariculture operations worldwide, particularly in the US Pacific region. This study provides a comprehensive dataset on the prevalence, species distribution, and environmental associations of these parasites, highlighting the impact of season, culturing methods, and environmental factors on infestation.
Article
Fisheries
Juan Gao, Xueshan Li, Kangle Lu, Kai Song, Jian Zhang, Ling Wang, Chunxiao Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of dietary protein levels on growth performance, antioxidant capacity, digestive enzyme activity, and metamorphosis rate of bullfrog tadpoles. The optimal dietary protein level for bullfrog tadpoles was estimated to be 42.49%-46.50% of the diet.
Article
Fisheries
Qiang Li, Lijun Duan, Dongsheng Jin, Yuxin Chen, Yirong Lou, Qianjin Zhou, Zhongjie Xu, Fangjie Chen, Hongxian Chen, Guizong Xu, Maocang Yan, Guanjun Yang, Jianfei Lu, Yanjun Zhang, Jiong Chen
Summary: This study developed a centrifugal microfluidic chip with on-chip RPA to detect five pathogenic microorganisms. The chip enabled the parallel analysis of six genetic markers from a single sample and allowed for the highly automated detection of multiple samples. Compared with PCR and DNA sequencing, the on-chip RPA assay showed high sensitivity and specificity for detecting multiple pathogens in shrimp aquaculture.
Article
Fisheries
Xingchen Huo, Pengxu Wang, Fengxia Zhao, Qian Liu, Qingqing Tian, Lingjie Tang, Maolin Lv, Zhaohui Wei, Chunrong Yang, Jianguo Su
Summary: Bacterial diseases in aquaculture ponds have negative effects on sustainable development. The use of composite I20 biotherapy has been shown to effectively treat bacterial diseases in bullfrog ponds, providing a new strategy for controlling bacterial diseases in aquaculture.
Article
Fisheries
Peng Yin, Takaya Saito, Per Gunnar Fjelldal, Bjorn Tharandur Bjornsson, Sofie Charlotte Remo, Sandeep Sharma, Rolf Erik Olsen, Kristin Hamre
Summary: This study aims to investigate the effect of seasonal changes in temperature and photoperiod on the redox metabolism of Atlantic salmon at the molecular level. The research findings suggest that the changing photoperiod and temperature influenced the redox metabolism of Atlantic salmon, highlighting the importance of oxidative status in the ecological implications.
Article
Fisheries
Nicholas Oppong Mensah, Jeffery Kofi Asare, Emmanuel Tetteh-Doku Mensah, Ernest Christlieb Amrago, Frank Osei Tutu, Anthony Donkor
Summary: This study investigates aquaculture farmers' preference for climate-smart aquaculture insurance products, the challenges they face, and their preferred insurance coverage. The results show that farmers prefer Climate-Induced Aquaculture Stock Mortality Insurance and the most significant constraint is the delay in claim settlement.
Article
Fisheries
Qiu-Ping Chai, Pei Wu, Wei-Dan Jiang, Yang Liu, Hong-Mei Ren, Xiao-Wan Jin, Lin Feng, Xiao-Qiu Zhou
Summary: The study found that appropriate levels of potassium diformate (KDF) can enhance the immune defense and mediate the inflammatory process in fish, possibly through the regulation of T cell differentiation via JAK-STAT and NF-kappa B signaling pathways.
Article
Fisheries
Tian Zhu, Haomin Jia, Haopeng Zhang, Yujing Xiao, Cui Han, Jiaxin Yang
Summary: Chicken manure has significant effects on the cultivation of Chlorella and rotifers. The optimal amount of chicken manure extract for continuous cultivation is 10 mLL-1. Chicken manure can promote the growth of Chlorella and improve the fatty acid composition, indirectly enhancing the growth condition and fatty acid content of rotifers.
Article
Fisheries
Zheng Luo, Yang Yu, Zhenning Bao, Fuhua Li
Summary: This study analyzed the heritability and genetic correlation of two growth traits in Pacific white shrimp and evaluated the genomic prediction using different genomic selection models. The results showed that the NeuralNet model had the highest prediction accuracy and better prospects for predicting shrimp growth traits.
Article
Fisheries
Alberto Ruiz, Ignasi Sanahuja, Karl B. Andree, Dolors Furones, Paul G. Holhorea, Josep A. Calduch-Giner, Jose J. Pastor, Marc Vinas, Jaume Perez-Sanchez, Sofia Morais, Enric Gisbert
Summary: Supplementing diets with a combination of spice oleoresins can reduce lipid accumulation and inflammation in farmed fish. The combination of spice oleoresins also has an immunomodulatory effect on the fish's intestinal immune system, potentially offering anti-inflammatory benefits.
Article
Fisheries
Beibei Zhao, Renhui Mei, Le Li, Di Hu, Lei Li
Summary: This study reveals that JfCXCL8_L1a and JfCXCL8_L1b have different immune pathways, and JfCXCL8_L1b plays a significant role in enhancing the adaptive immunity of T cell-dependent antigen.
Article
Fisheries
Yuhang Liu, Danying Cao, Nan Wu, Xuyang Zhao, Qingsong Zhu, Lian Su, Fatima Altaf, Qianqian Zhang, Haokun Liu, Yongming Li, Bruno Hamish Unger, Yingyin Cheng, Wanting Zhang, Aihua Li, Yaping Wang, Xiao-Qin Xia
Summary: Based on previous research, sinomenine has been found to protect mucosal immunity in farmed fish species by preventing intestinal pathological changes and regulating gene expression related to inflammation. It also enhances immune homeostasis and controls the growth of pathogenic bacteria.