A new technological development is helping fish farmers maintain the health and quality of edible fish, even during challenging periods. As demand for fish such as sea bream, barramundi, mullet, and carp rises sharply ahead of holidays, farmers face increasing difficulty in physically reaching ponds to monitor stock. Ensuring fish health without frequent on site inspections has become a critical need.

A start up called Aqua Sense, operating from the SeaNovation innovation center in Eilat, has introduced an automated system that enables farmers to weigh, count, and track fish remotely. The technology uses a unique electronic sensing method that measures fish length and volume accurately without removing them from the water. Unlike camera based systems, it functions effectively in turbid water and operates continuously without harming the fish.

By generating a smart electric field that detects each passing fish, the system provides real time data while reducing labor demands and lowering the risk of disease. Following a successful trial in northern Israel, an advanced testing facility has been established to expand monitoring capabilities across multiple species. The initiative is part of broader efforts by the SeaNovation center to promote marine technology, applied research, and sustainable aquaculture in the region.