Aquaculture is the fastest-growing global production sector and is one of the most eco-efficient forms of protein production. It is also a significant driver of economic growth, with 10–12% of the world’s population relying on the fisheries and aquaculture sectors for their livelihoods.
Today, approximately 60% of salmon produced worldwide is farmed, and 50% of the seafood is farmed (as opposed to wild-caught), and this is projected to reach 62% by 2030.
The oceans cover more than 70% of our planet, which means that if aquaculture is performed correctly, the oceans can offer a significant contribution to sustainable food systems.
Relying on innovation and new platforms enable sustainable growth for Aquaculture to feed the future.
Despite being exciting, aquaculture is a complex and multifaceted industry. Several different production risk factors can impact success. Mitigating the risk factors and focusing on producing a healthy fish for optimal harvest weight.
Feed is a key component in determining harvest weight success. It represents around half of the industry production cost and directly impacts animal health and product quality. Ensuring the correct balance of Omega-3 in diets, especially at critical times of growth and development, is at the heart of this challenge.
With that knowledge in mind, we ask ourselves this question: How can we help advance harvest weight with farmers?
The answer is innovation. As aquaculture businesses, we are devoted to continually seeking new ways of thinking about processes and products to stay ahead of the curve.
AlgaPrime™ DHA is the world’s leading source of algae Omega-3, sustainable, affordable and , at scale. It is a sustainable alternative to fish oil, supporting healthy diets and reducing pressure on marine resources without impacting the carbon footprint. With AlgaPrime™ DHA we help maintain or raise the Omega-3s level for healthy diets, reducing the dependency on fish oil in feed, while preserving the environment.