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Value growth for Norwegian seafood exports in April despite trade unrest and falling salmon prices. Norway exported seafood worth NOK 14.3 billion in April. This is an increase of NOK 293 […]
This is what marine scientists think about the Oslo Fjord. Author: Bente Kjøllesdal. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries and the Ministry of Climate and Environment have proposals for a […]
SalMar Merger with Wilsgård AS and resolution to increase the share capital. SalMar ASA (“SalMar”) refers to the stock exchange notice published on 18 February 2025 regarding SalMar and Wilsgård […]
New frontiers in salmonid biology. Diseases and disorders affecting the heart, skin, and gills are major challenges to salmon health and welfare. SIS Frontiers will explore new frontiers in understanding the […]
Currently limited effect of cod escape in Voldsfjorden. This is shown by DNA analyses of cod and fish eggs from the areas around the fish farm. Author: Beate Hoddevik The fjord […]
Scientists trace pollutants from the brown crab back to the source. Author: Bente Kjøllesdal “This stable isotope approach has been previously used for mercury, in Norway, however our study is […]
Fish nose bacteria may hold clues to marine species survival. In a ground-breaking study, scientists have revealed how climate change might influence the bacterial communities living in fish noses – a […]
Meet HI in the Havveka. One Ocean Week kicks off next week, and Norway’sInstitute of Marine Research (HI), is very much present at several events. This year, it will be mostly […]
Marguerite to invest in AQS, a leading Norwegian aquaculture service vessel operator. Marguerite, a pan-European infrastructure fund, will invest in AQS Holding AS (“AQS”), a leading Norwegian operator of specialised […]
Farmed salmon experience faster sexual maturation and health challenges in warmer waters. Norway’s Institute of Marine Research scientists, investigated how water temperature can affect farmed salmon. “We investigated how water […]
Herring spawning trip: Saw far fewer herring than last year. Indicates continued decline for NVG herring. Between February 15 and March 3, researchers from Norway’s Institute of Marine Research were […]
Salmon maturation can be limited with light and diet. Can light and diet be used to control salmon maturation? This is what Vetle Skjold investigated in his doctoral work at Nofima. […]
Hofseth expanding capacity with Marel and MMC First Process equipment. Hofseth gains an advantage in Norway. Hofseth is a leading farm-to-table processor of sustainable farmed salmon and trout. In 2025, the […]
SalMar Aker Ocean AS becomes a wholly owned subsidiary of SalMar ASA. SalMar ASA (“SalMar”) has entered into an agreement with Aker Capital AS (“Aker”) to purchase Aker’s 15 percent […]
Marine heatwaves multiply problems with salmon farming. Article in Dagens Næringsliv February 25: The sea is getting warmer – it causes even bigger problems for both farmed salmon and the environment. […]
Norway–UK Seafood Summit 2025. Shaping the Future of Seafood: Navigating Trends, Tackling Challenges and Seizing Opportunities. A record number of industry leaders gathered on Tuesday at the historic Fishmongers’ Hall […]
The Norwegian Norm Price Council’s additional tax undermines sustainable aquaculture. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is again strongly responding to the recently announced addition to the norm price of 1.5 NOK […]
Strong ending to a record year for Salmon Evolution. Salmon Evolution ASA (OSE: SALME) generated 149.5 NOKm in revenues in the fourth quarter which translated into a group EBITDA of 9.2 […]
Mowi reports loss of 27,000 salmon. Approximately 27,000 farmed salmon have escaped from one of Mowi’s farms off the coast of Norway, prompting the company to offer a reward for […]
Launching land-based smoked salmon under the premium brand Lofoten in Norwegian retail. Salmon Evolution is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Lofotprodukt AS. In Week 8, Lofotprodukt AS will […]
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