salmon
Benchmark strengthens its sales team to improve customer relations
Yesterday was the first day of work for Benchmark's new sales team, composed of Lene Stokka, Catrine Smørås, and Ruben Helmersen Johansen.
Aquaculture
BioMar and Loch Duart Salmon collaborate on “blue impact” feed
Global feed company BioMar partners with small Scottish salmon producer Loch Duart for feed based on circular and restorative marine ingredients.
Stenerud takes the lead in a new commercial role for Benchmark
Kate Stenerud is the new Commercial Director for salmon of Benchmark. The company appointed in May but now she has taken the role.
Fish residues will have a new purpose thanks to a collaboration Norwegian companies
Holmøy Maritime, Eidsfjord Sjøfarm, and BioMar have initiated a circular raw material collaboration in the production of food for short-distance voyages, in which they will use the residues generated from the fishing activity to become part of the salmon food.
New industry association to support sustainable aquaculture in Iceland
The Iceland Aquaculture & Oceans Forum (IAOF) brings together ten leading companies to create a new industry association with the primary goal of supporting sustainable aquaculture.
Lower harvested volume and higher feed prices weigh down Måsøval’s results in Q1 2023
The company records a loss after tax of NOK 31 million due to the reduction in the fair value adjustment of biomass and extraordinary restructuring-related costs incurred.
Salmon Evolution is progressing and focused on moving forward
In the report, they highlight the continued increase in production at Indre Harøy and preparations for the second phase, as well as its international expansion plans, and latest financing package agreements.
Scottish salmon exports to Asia doubled
The EU remained the dominant market for Scottish salmon exports, but North America and Asia accounted for almost half of all sales in the first three months of this year.
New Science Plan for Salmon Farming in Chile
The plan is designed to contribute to the sustainability of the sector and will involve a total investment of USD 5 million over the next 5 years.
Salmon farmers say DFO’s report on the future of aquaculture in BC not distinguish fact from fiction
The BC Salmon Farmers Association regrets that Fisheries and Oceans Canada has merely reflected the views gathered in the consultations without evaluating them.
Lerøy not entirely satisfied, despite 26% increase in revenues in Q1 2023
In addition to seafood price inflation, the challenging situation in Lerøy's farming segment in the second half of 2022 resulted in a lower-than-expected harvest in Q1.
Bright growth and outlook for 2023 at Salmones Camanchaca
The figures show an increase of 41% and reaching USD 114 million, thanks to a higher volume of Atlantic and Coho Salmon as well as a 15% increase in the price of Atlantic Salmon.
Europe’s massive land-based salmon farm plan up for debate
On the one hand, there are activists against this type of exploitation. On the other, the promoters of the farm see it as an opportunity to boost EU sovereignty in the industry.
Aquaculture
Proximar Seafood’s promising outlook after Q1 results
Proximar's project is going according to plan, with fresh salmon and location near Mount Fuji popular with potential Japanese consumers.
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Benchmark strengthens its sales team to improve customer relations
Yesterday was the first day of work for Benchmark's new sales team, composed of Lene Stokka, Catrine Smørås, and Ruben Helmersen Johansen.
BioMar and Loch Duart Salmon collaborate on “blue impact” feed
Global feed company BioMar partners with small Scottish salmon producer Loch Duart for feed based on circular and restorative marine ingredients.
Stenerud takes the lead in a new commercial role for Benchmark
Kate Stenerud is the new Commercial Director for salmon of Benchmark. The company appointed in May but now she has taken the role.
EU blue economy report marks out seaweed’s “high potential”
Sustainability is crucial to ensure the future of Europe's fishing fleet, while seaweed could be Europe's next "blue biotechnology" boom.
