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Intellectual Property Rights in Aquaculture Innovations: Protecting technological advancements and breeding techniques…
Introduction As aquaculture continues to expand as a key contributor to global food security and economic growth, innovation in breeding techniques, biotechnology, and digital monitoring tools has...
Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act in Aquaculture: Balancing Growth and Sustainability
Introduction Australia’s aquaculture industry plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy and food security. However, as the industry expands, environmental concerns related to habitat...
Climate Change Legislation and Its Impact on Aquaculture: Navigating Evolving Policies and Compliance
Introduction Climate change is reshaping industries worldwide, and aquaculture is no exception. Rising temperatures, ocean acidification, and extreme weather events pose serious risks to fish farms...
The Legal Framework of Aquaculture Insurance: Managing Risks and Ensuring Industry Stability
Introduction Aquaculture is a fast-growing sector within the global seafood industry, providing a sustainable solution to meet increasing demand for fish and seafood. However, aquaculture...
Addressing The Two Ts of Product Labelling to Meet Consumer Protection Laws!
Introduction In an era where consumers demand greater transparency about the origins and quality of their food, aquaculture product labelling has become a critical issue. Proper labelling not only...
Protecting Digital Aquaculture Solutions: Data Privacy laws and their relevance to aquaculture technology!
Introduction The aquaculture industry is undergoing a digital transformation, with smart technologies, IoT sensors, and AI-driven analytics becoming integral to modern fish farming. While these...
Biosecurity Law Enforcement in Aquaculture: Ensuring Disease Prevention and Control!
Introduction Biosecurity is a critical component of aquaculture, ensuring the health and sustainability of farmed aquatic species. Effective biosecurity laws help prevent disease outbreaks, protect...
Intersection of Animal Welfare Laws and Aquaculture: Standards for the Humane Treatment of Farmed Aquatic Species
Introduction Animal welfare in aquaculture is an increasingly important issue, with legal frameworks evolving to ensure the humane treatment of farmed aquatic species. Unlike terrestrial livestock,...
Riding the Trade Wave: How Agreements Shape Australian Seafood Exports!
Introduction Australia is known for its high-quality seafood, with products like rock lobster, prawns, abalone, and tuna in high demand across global markets. International trade agreements play a...
Implementing ESG Principles in Aquaculture Farms: A Legal and Business Guide
Introduction Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are becoming essential in the aquaculture industry. With increasing global demand for sustainable seafood, implementing...
Best Practice Tips for Aquaculture Companies for Corporate Governance & Compliance
Corporate governance and compliance are crucial for the sustainable success of aquaculture companies. With the growing demand for responsibly farmed seafood, businesses must align with legal,...
Navigating the Waves: The Evolving Use of Technology in Fisheries Enforcement
As the global demand for seafood continues to rise, the need for robust enforcement mechanisms to ensure the sustainability of our marine ecosystems becomes increasingly urgent. Technology is...
Key Legal Issues for the development of the Blue Economy
The "blue economy" refers to the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs, while preserving the health of ocean ecosystems. The development of...
Key international trade laws that impact the seafood industry
The seafood industry is heavily impacted by international trade laws, as seafood is a highly traded commodity across the world. Here are some of the key international trade laws that impact...
Navigating Investment Law in the Blue Economy
As the blue economy continues to expand, businesses operating in this sector face a range of legal and regulatory challenges, particularly when it comes to international investment. In this blog...
Starting an Aquaculture Business: Know the Rules
Starting an aquaculture business in Australia can be an exciting and rewarding endeavour. However, it is important to be aware of the various licenses and permits required to operate a successful...
Marine Protection – beyond the standard convention
by Anthony James Sangster Robles Solicitor @ Aquarius Lawyers Updated July 2021 Recent issues in Ecuadorian territorial waters and the Galapagos Island Exclusive Economic Zone and World Heritage...
Over-Governance in the Fishing Industry – Is it a problem?
by Anthony James Sangster Robles Solicitor, Aquarius Lawyers August 2020 Sustainability of the oceans have been an integral concept to international world governance in the last 10 years, it has...
CONTRACTS & COVID
Latest from Seafood TV - CONTRACTS & COVID: A Tale for Seafood Businesses Contracts have never been more important than in our current environment. Click here to watch...
Legal Support for Professional Fisheries
Aquarius Lawyers is providing legal advice and guidance to Professional Fisheries in NSW relative to the introduction of the Share Catch Quota system at reduced membership rates. If you have...
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