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Mowi set to trial anti-lice fence technology
Mowi has agreed a deal with Norwegian company Harbor to try out new technology aimed at protecting farmed salmon against sea lice. The preventive measure, Harbor Fence, is a low-voltage electric barrier that prevents sea lice from entering the salmon cages. The trial will involve the deployment of the fence to Mowi’s Rogne site, in…
Read MoreAll change at top for Biofish and Iceland Seafood
There has been a change at the top at two leading seafood businesses – the smolt breeder Biofish and leading processor Iceland Seafood International (ISI) . Torbjørn Skulstad has decided to step down as CEO of BioFish while, after five years in charge Bjarni Ármannsson is leaving the top role at ISI. The new Biofish…
Read MoreIceland calls halt to new salmon permits
The Icelandic government has called a temporary halt to issuing new salmon farming permits. The move comes amid a growing national debate over aquaculture in the wake of various incidents including escapes. Food and Fisheries minister Svandís Svavarsdóttir suggested it was time to draw breath, stating that the country has been chasing an industry which…
Read MoreShares row threatens chances of salmon tax repeal
Norway’s Conservative leader Erna Solberg has become embroiled in a major tax row involving her husband which could have long term consequences for the country’s salmon farming industry. Her husband, Sindre Finnes, is accused of being involved in dozens of share dealings while she was prime minister – including, allegedly, dumping some shares just as…
Read MoreWastewater can be reclaimed with BIO-UV
From hatcheries to fish tanks in RAS, water quality is essential for good fish development In seafood industrial processes too, the water used in CIP (clean in place) must be free of bacteria and viruses. For economic and ecological reasons, wastewater can be recycled after being disinfected using chemical-free systems to minimise the proliferation of…
Read MoreAquaMaof appoints new CEO
Israel’s AquaMaof Aquaculture Technologies has named Eli Amar as the company’s new CEO. He succeeds David Hazut, who now takes up the role of Chairman. AquaMaof is a pioneer in recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) technology for land-based production of a diverse range of species, from concept to operational fish production facilities and ongoing service and…
Read MoreWastewater can be reclaimed with BIO-UV
From hatcheries to fish tanks in RAS, water quality is essential for good fish development In seafood industrial processes too, the water used in CIP (clean in place) must be free of bacteria and viruses. For economic and ecological reasons, wastewater can be recycled after being disinfected using chemical-free systems to minimise the proliferation of…
Read MoreCommon Purpose – or hidden purpose?
There is a great deal of coordination in the “anti” groups that exist all over the world to campaign against a range of industries, argues Nick Joy in his latest column for Fish Farmer. And he turns his spotlight on one organisation in particular, Common Purpose, which offers training for leadership roles but, in can…
Read MoreArctic Fish to face official probe over salmon escapes
Icelandic salmon company Arctic Fish looks set to face an investigation following the escape of more than 3,000 fish into a fjord last month. The Mowi-owned business apologised for the incident last week, which took place in Patreksfjörður in the Isafjord region. Now the food safety and veterinary agency MAST has requested an official investigation…
Read MoreBakkafrost Scotland wins SCDI’s International Business award
Bakkafrost Scotland has won the award for Excellence in International Business at the prestigious SCDI Highlands and Islands Awards. This award, from the Scottish Council for Development and Industry, celebrates businesses working in the Highlands and Islands that demonstrate outstanding achievements in the global marketplace, involving a successful export strategy that underpins growth and the…
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