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Australia’s super-sized salmon farmer gets a fifth Falcon
Huon Aquaculture, Australia’s second largest salmon farmer, has purchased another Saab Seaeye Falcon underwater robotic vehicle to support its marine and environmental operations. This brings Huon’s Falcon fleet to five. Huon sees the Seaeye Falcon as a vital farming tool for surveying and monitoring their marine leases in South East Tasmania, Australia. Huon purchased their…
Read MoreHow to cope with seasonal fluctuations on your farm
Trout are farmed on outdoor farms all over Europe. Although they are a cold-water species, as with all fish, and can withstand temperature variation of 0–20°C, the ideal temperature for trout growth is between 12–16°C. Below this range, their metabolism slows down, affecting fat digestion. As the fish’s metabolism slows down, it can take up…
Read MoreGentle, efficient and precise fish handling solutions from VAKI
VAKI pumps, graders and counters protect your investment during handling operations with the company’s proven technology and exceptional support. MSD Animal Health – VAKI’s parent company – helps aquaculture producers and conservationists cultivate and maintain healthy and sustainable aquatic ecosystems. Its industry-leading biopharmaceutical and technology solutions monitor for insight, optimise with precision, and benchmark for…
Read MoreSalmon giants “may split” to avoid new land tax
The fall out from the Norwegian government’s controversial salmon land tax proposal has continued with warnings in the country’s media that the industry could split up. The broadcaster NRK reports that Robert Næss investment director of Nordea believes the companies will do everything they can to escape the tax which will affect the biggest players.…
Read MoreSubsea sector provides platform for new diving VR tool
In a first for the aquaculture sector, a new digital platform inspired by virtual reality (VR) technology used in the subsea energy and oil and gas sectors is being developed to enhance the health and safety of divers on fish farms. Led by researchers at the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), operated by the University…
Read MoreFaroe Islands next on tax hit list?
Fish farmers on the Faroe Islands could be next to face higher government taxes, it emerged today. Bakkafrost, the country’s largest salmon farmer has issued a statement warning that administrators are working on proposals to adjust revenue taxes to reflect the recent high increases in salmon prices. The news follows the Norwegian bombshell yesterday where…
Read MoreTax plan “scary” says Seafood Norway chief
Seafood Norway, the employers organisation representing fishing and aquaculture, described yesterday’s announcement of a 40% land tax on fish farming companies as a “sad day for the industry”. Its CEO Geir Ove Ystmark, said the move will have “serious consequences” for businesses and those who work for them. He commented: “What the government is actually…
Read MoreSalmon chiefs warn of investment flight from Norway
There was almost universal industry condemnation of the Norwegian government’s plan for a 40% land tax on salmon companies, with Mowi warning investment may move overseas. The proposal which affects farms with production volumes of more than 4,000 to 5,000 tonnes will be confirmed in next week’s national budget. The Lerøy Seafood Group denounced the…
Read MoreBakkafrost Scotland celebrates win at Scotland Food & Drink Awards
Bakkafrost Scotland (formerly the Scottish Salmon Company) celebrated another significant industry win after scooping two top awards at the Scotland Food & Drink Awards 2022. Native Hebridean Smoked Scottish Salmon won the top prize of the night to be named ‘Product of the Year’ and also beat off some very strong competition to be named…
Read MoreIndustry reeling after Oslo announces new salmon tax
Norway’s Labour-led coalition government sent shock waves through the country’s salmon industry today by confirming it will impose higher taxes on the sector. Full details will be announced in next week’s Budget, but it will be in the form of a new ground rent tax. The news sent salmon shares plummeting on the Oslo Stock…
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