Archive for October 2022
SalMar’s CEO quits after five months
Linda Litlekalsøy Aase has resigned as CEO of salmon giant SalMar after just five months in the post. Aase, who took over from SalMar founder Gustav Witzøe in May, has been a member of the SalMar board of dirctors since 2020. She notified her decision to the board a few days ago. No reason has…
Read MoreKingfish Maine project gets local go-ahead
The Kingfish Company has cleared the final local hurdle in its route to building a yellowtail fish farm in Maine on the US east coast. In a significant move, the community of Jonesport, close to where the RAS (recirculating acquaculture systems) facility will be built has approved Kingfish Maine’s construction application. Kingfish said today: “With the…
Read MoreTechnology implementation in agriculture
The events we hear about every day on the news at a global level will often filter down to local level, and changes and adaptations have to be considered as ways to deal with the consequences. The likes of the pandemic, global warming and changes in trade regulations are geopolitical events to manage at government…
Read MoreBIO-UV Group offers innovative technologies and water treatment expertise
BIO-UV Group, a water treatment specialist for over 20 years, designs and manufactures disinfection and treatment systems for both fresh water and salt water. In order to prevent the proliferation of algae and the entry or development of diseases in the water, BIO-UV Group’s portfolio of technologies protect and enhance water quality in aquaculture tanks,…
Read MoreNew fish feeding robot from Arvo-Tec
Arvo-Tec is launching a range of new feeding systems, starting with an upgraded feeding robot in early 2023. The robot offers several improvements such as increased capacity, improved sensors and the latest in battery technology. Designed with medium to large indoor RAS facilities in mind, the new robot system promises gentle feed handling over long…
Read MoreMowi’s Salmon Wagon raises funds for good causes
Fish farmer Mowi’s “Salmon Wagon” food truck has raised more than £7,000 for local charities in Scotland, on its return after the Covid-19 pandemic. The Salmon Wagon has been touring Highland and Island communities, serving salmon burgers and noodle salads at community events, with 100% of the proceeds going to nine good causes. The initiative…
Read MoreForever Oceans kanpachi makes commercial debut
Offshore fish farmer Forever Oceans says its first commercial harvest is proving a success in restaurants on America’s west and east coasts. Forever Oceans produces kanpachi, otherwise known as yellowtail or amberjack (Seriola rivoliana), in offshore farm sites in waters around 100 metres deep. The first commercial batch, from Panama, has now been harvested and…
Read MoreHiddenfjord gets two-star BAP accreditation
Faroese salmon farmer Hiddenfjord has been accredited by BAP (Best Aquaculture Practices), having met the international body’s standards for environmental impact, social responsibility, food safety, animal welfare and traceability. Hiddenfjord is also already certified by Global GAP. Atli Gregersen, the company’s CEO, said: “We are committed to farming and producing salmon in the most sustainable,…
Read MoreSalmon listeria alert in Norway
The Norwegian Food Safety Authority has issued an alert after listeria bacteria was discovered in smoked salmon. The listeriosis infection is caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. So far the infection has been found in only four people. The samples were taken between February and August this year (2022). The four people are aged 50…
Read MoreFlugga Boats presents a sustainable choice for aquaculture
The E-Flugga is a 7.5m Fluggaboat with a difference: it is entirely electric. The main battery is a 63 kWh lithium-ion battery housed in the console along with the charger and DC/DC control. The drive unit is built by Evoy in Norway and is remotely monitored via the Internet for software updates, commissioning, and performance.…
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