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Fishmeal output up 75% in January, driven by Peru’s 300% increase : Strong start for global fishmeal and fish oil production in 2025. Global fishmeal production increased by approximately 75% in January 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to market intelligence reports. https://lnkd.in/dzxYPHBD

Kontali: Atlantic salmon harvest to grow 5% this year : Kontali forecasts 5% growth in global salmon supply for 2025. Norwegian analytical firm Kontali projects a 5% increase in global Atlantic salmon harvest volumes in 2025, driven by higher biomass, strong production, and lower losses in the first quarter.

Insula moves to tevive SALMA brand after Bremnes Seashore exit : Insula Acquires SALMA Brand from Bremnes Seashore Bremnes Seashore has signed an agreement to sell the SALMA brand to seafood group Insula. The deal will see Insula take over the development and distribution of one of Norway’s most recognized fresh salmon brands, with products expected to return to Norwegian grocery stores by autumn. https://lnkd.in/d3xY9zTV

Joanne Thompson takes helm at Fisheries and Oceans Canada : Joanne Thompson appointed Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard. Joanne Thompson has been sworn in as Canada’s Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, becoming the first politician from Newfoundland and Labrador to hold the role since 2008. https://lnkd.in/dP_-JxSE

Women in Scottish Aquaculture announces new leadership team : New co-chairs announced for Women in Scottish Aquaculture. After more than four years as chair of Women in Scottish Aquaculture (WiSA), Dr. https://lnkd.in/dDxZRsj6

From fields to fjords: Can grass replace soy in salmon feed? : Will grass-based feed help make salmon farming more sustainable? Norwegian researchers are exploring whether grass can be turned into a protein-rich fish feed ingredient to reduce reliance on imported soy and lower aquaculture’s environmental footprint. https://lnkd.in/dnt78SXs

Too little, too late? Norway’s public push for salmon farming needs long term commitment : The salmon industry’s PR machine is in about to kick into overdrive—here’s why. Sjømat Norge has launched a major public relations campaign, including advertisements on Norwegian public television, in an effort to build broader acceptance for salmon farming.

Norwegian Seafood Federation launches major campaign in bid to improve industry image : Sjømat Norge commits to permanent communication overhaul. The Norwegian Seafood Federation (Sjømat Norge) has launched a large-scale campaign and a revamped website to increase transparency and improve public engagement with the country’s seafood industry.

Editorial: The industry can’t afford for bad biology to be good business : Salmon farming’s balancing act. The salmon industry is once again proving that biology and economics do not always pull in the same direction. https://lnkd.in/dymBJuzh

Arctic Securities lowers price targets for salmon sector on weaker market estimates : Arctic Securities has revised down its price targets for listed salmon producers, citing lower-than-expected salmon prices in the first half of the year. The bank outlined its updated outlook in a sector report released on Thursday. https://lnkd.in/dPHP5dKg