Consider This from NPR Deep inside a Norwegian fjord, a dream of farming salmon sustainably
Oct 13, 2024
Discover the complexities of salmon farming in Norway, including its role in the global market and the environmental hurdles it faces. Learn about innovative solutions like closed pen systems designed to minimize negative impacts. Dive into the urgent need for sustainable food sources as global food demand rises, with a spotlight on how ocean resources can play a vital role. A Michelin-starred restaurant takes sustainability to the next level with a unique tasting menu that showcases the future of seafood.
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Visit to a Salmon Farm
- Rob Schmitz visited a Norwegian salmon farm with Jürgen Vengard.
- They observed 30,000 salmon in open net pens, separated from the fjord by thin nylon netting.
Impact of Escaped Salmon
- Farmed salmon escaping and breeding with wild salmon negatively impacts the wild population.
- The offspring are less likely to survive, contributing to the halving of Norway's wild salmon population in two decades.
Sea Lice Infestation
- Sea lice infestations are a major problem in open-pen salmon farming.
- The high concentration of salmon creates ideal breeding conditions for lice, leading to high mortality rates despite chemical treatments.
