The New Wave of Aquaculture: Scoot Science's Path to Healthy Fish Farming

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Scoot Science, an innovator since its inception at the 2017 Santa Cruz Works Accelerator, recently unveiled enhancements to its worldwide network of fish farms. These enhancements include advanced 10-day ocean and weather forecasts, aimed at optimizing planning and mitigation efforts across all farm locations in the SeaState platform. Powered by a blend of on-site ocean observations and Scoot Science’s predictive models, these forecasts are tailored to provide unparalleled insight into oceanic risks, offering a comprehensive outlook on expected marine and atmospheric conditions.

The forecasts intricately detail marine dynamics such as tides, currents, and biological interactions with atmospheric elements like wind, rain, and sunlight. SeaState now enables farmers to examine an array of weather scenarios, drawing from over 30 predictive models, alongside detailed ocean forecasts. This level of clarity ensures that every operational decision is informed by the most accurate and comprehensive data available.

Moreover, Scoot Science has rolled out a novel site comparison feature, facilitating effortless evaluations across all locations within a SeaState project. This tool, accessible via a "compare all sites" button on each map, offers immediate insights into Environmental Conditions, Fish Health, Plankton, and Sea Lice at various sites. Managers and directors can quickly identify the sites most impacted by regional ocean risks, compare performances, and coordinate operations strategy region-wide.

SeaState serves as a unified platform, enabling teams to effectively identify and address both challenges and opportunities across their farming sites.

In response to concerns over environmental contaminants found in wild fish In response to concerns over environmental contaminants found in wild fish, overfishing of wild stocks, and the global need for low carbon protein sources, farmed fish are emerging as a safer, healthier, sustainable alternative. Consumers seeking assurance of a healthy farmed fish option are encouraged to look for certifications from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), and Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP). These certifications, visible on product packaging or available upon inquiry at the point of purchase, signify adherence to stringent health and environmental standards.

Jon LaRiviere, CEO and founder of Scoot Sciences, shared his enthusiasm for the industry's growing commitment to transparency and ocean stewardship. "Witnessing the aquaculture sector's dedication to environmental responsibility and the recognition of its interconnectedness with the health of our oceans has been profoundly rewarding," he remarked. Scoot Sciences remains at the forefront, guiding its clients toward sustainable practices that honor the delicate balance between aquaculture operations and marine ecosystems.