In the fast-evolving world of aquaculture, fish health is central to both operational success and long-term sustainability. Diseases, like Cardiomyopathy Syndrome (CMS), that are years away from developing market-ready vaccines, must rely solely on careful biosecurity and surveillance practices to reduce the impact of disease through early detection.

There are funding opportunities available both domestically and internationally, but finding the right one can be a challenge, and the application process for an international fund could require outside help. There are many opportunities to move your research forward with government grants that are available to those working in the industry and Onda is here to assist in any way we can to support your research, including assisting in finding and writing the grants. 

Animal testing is a part of research that has not been outsourced to AI or technology and does not present with an alternative method. Animal testing has contributed significantly to advances in medicine, agriculture & aquaculture, and environmental sciences. At this point in time, animal testing is still a necessary part of research, but strides are being made to move more testing to benchtop and other viable options. However, until new options are developed, it will remain an important part of ensuring safety and efficacy for various treatment options and come with an undeniable ethical obligation: ensuring the welfare of animals involved in research.

Sustainable aquaculture means not just farming fish responsibly but also feeding them responsibly — and reducing fishmeal is a major part of that. Bring on microalgae!

Onda is committed to sustainability in aquaculture—through innovative research, resource-efficient systems, and ethical practices, we’re advancing responsible solutions that protect ocean health and support a resilient industry.

Onda Contract Research and the Center for Aquaculture Technologies now offer full-length 16S sequencing for precise microbiome analysis—unlock deeper insights into aquaculture health, pathogen detection, and biofilter optimization with expert guidance.

The rapid spread of dermo disease and MSX in Atlantic Canada's oyster industry underscores the urgent need for advanced diagnostics—Onda's new rapid dermo test empowers farmers with early detection tools to protect shellfish stocks, sustain coastal economies, and preserve vital marine ecosystems.

Onda supports global aquaculture innovation—learn how the European Maritime, Fisheries, and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) can help fund your next project, and let our team guide you through the application process for success.