Fish n' Bits - The Aquaculture Data Intelligence Podcast

We’re kicking off 2025 diving deep into Norway's recently updated white paper on animal welfare—the first such update in over two decades. This comprehensive 200-page document sets ambitious goals for the entire aquaculture industry, including a striking target to reduce fish mortality in farming to 5%. We’ll explore the implications of this directive, the specific measures proposed such as banning triploid salmon, and the realistic paths towards achieving these mortality rates. With insights drawn from Manolin's data and industry-wide benchmarks, this episode promises to unpack how governmental aspirations translate into actionable strategies on the ground.  For more aquaculture insights, head to our Fish n' Bits blog.

What does it take to innovate in an industry steeped in tradition while staying true to its roots? This week we had the pleasure of interviewing Sondre Eide, the CEO of Eide Fjordbruk, and widely recognized as the “Elon Musk of Salmon Farming.” Sondre shares his journey from growing up on the family farm to the company developing their Michelin-starred seafood venture, unpacking how the core values of folk, fish, fjord, and future guide his work and inspire the next generation of aquaculture leaders. Tune in for a conversation that blends legacy, innovation, and an unshakable passion for sustainability. For more aquaculture insights, head to our Fish n’ Bits blog.

What’s driving the ups and downs in the salmon industry this quarter? This week we dive into the Q3 2024 earnings reports from salmon companies across six countries, uncovering the biological challenges, strategic shifts, and market dynamics shaping the sector. From Norway's battle with record-breaking sea lice outbreaks to Scotland’s impressive profitability turnaround, and insights into global pricing trends, listeners will gain a clear picture of the industry's financial health and future opportunities. Plus, we explore major moves in aquaculture investments, including Novo Holdings’ entrance into the space.  Download Manolin’s full Q3 2024 report here. For more aquaculture insights, head to our Fish n’ Bits blog.

What if the key to solving aquaculture's biggest challenges lay hidden in a strand of DNA? This week’s episode discusses deep into the science and controversy surrounding gene editing, exploring how tools like CRISPR are transforming the possibilities for seafood and agriculture. From the basics of genomics and the pivotal discoveries behind CRISPR technology to the stark regulatory differences between the U.S. and EU, we unpack how these advancements could revolutionize salmon farming. Learn how genetic research could solve industry challenges like sea lice resistance and why the path to adoption depends as much on policy as it does on science.  For more aquaculture insights, head to our Fish n’ Bits blog.