2008-09 Research Programme
Below is a list of the research, monitoring and advice conducted by Fisheries Research Services (FRS) on behalf of the Scottish Government to support a healthy and sustainable aquaculture industry and safeguard the health of wild stocks. FRS also conducts research and provides advice on the aquatic environment, sea fisheries management and salmonid and freshwater fisheries
Schedule of Services 2008-2009
CODE | PROGRAMME | SUMMARY OBJECTIVES | KEY CUSTOMER PURPOSE |
FC09 | Finfish and Shellfish Cultivation | Investigate the cultivation potential for new (native and non-native) fish and molluscan species, with particular emphasis on understanding bivalve recruitment processes. Investigate cultivation techniques which show potential for development by the industry, including growth rates, eggs and larval production and rearing techniques. Assess the potential impact of aquaculture on the marine environment. | Jointly with industry encourage the development of a viable aquaculture industry. Alert policy to the possible environmental impact of aquaculture. |
FC11 | Fish and Shellfish Health | Improve understanding of the nature of the major fin and shellfish diseases, develop more efficient diagnostic procedure, and identify new control measures. | Enable the Scottish Government to more effectively respond to outbreaks of fish and shellfish diseases, through rapid testing and adoption of appropriate control measures in the light of research funding. |
Research Projects 2008-2009
CODE FC1198 | The distribution of viable sea lice in Scottish lochs |
START | END | SUMMARY OBJECTIVES | KEY CUSTOMER PURPOSE |
Apr-05 | Mar-09 | (i) Establish the key spatial and seasonal features determining levels of sea lice infection in sea lochs; (ii) Deliver a model of sea lice settlement in the loch system(s) and a mathematical model on settlement risks for other Scottish lochs. | The development of a successful and sustainable farmed Atlantic salmon sector in Scotland requires that it co-exists with the wild salmonid fishery. This project will improve scientific understanding of the interactions and dynamics of sea lice infection of salmonids. |