SalmonBusiness

Salmon Business is a standalone news platform dedicated to the world of salmon farming. Its core focus is on business journalism that covers every aspect of the salmon value chain. In addition to its primary focus, Salmon Business also provides reports, analyses, and insights on other types of protein species, businesses, and activities that are important for grasping the trends and dynamics within the salmon industry.

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Disease outbreak at hatchery triggers movement restrictions

1 week ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

Norwegian Food Safety Authority imposes movement restrictions to prevent spread. A systemic infection with Flavobacterium psychrophilum has been confirmed in rainbow trout at the Skålvik hatchery (site 11636) in Øygarden municipality, Vestland county, operated by Blom Settefisk AS. The Norwegian Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet) confirmed the diagnosis on 11 April following laboratory analysis by the Norwegian Veterinary Institute.
This one isn’t about salmon. It’s about how the news gets made

1 week ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

Most days, we’re writing about licensing delays, harvest volumes, tariff shifts, M&A deals, site inspections, or who’s just taken a new role in Shetland. We try to get it to you quickly, clearly, and without fuss—so you can stay informed and move on with your day. SalmonBusiness is independent. We’re not backed by any group or parent company. We’re growing, but we’re lean. And we’re determined to keep what we do accessible—no paywalls, no pop-ups, no distractions.
Peru sets 3 million tonne anchovy quota for first 2025 fishing season

1 week ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

North-centre fishery to open 22 April, following positive biomass assessment. Peruvian authorities have set the quota for the first anchovy fishing season of 2025 in the North-centre region at 3 million metric tonnes, according to Ministerial Resolution Nº 00148-2025-PRODUCE issued on 14 April. The season will officially open on 22 April, following a final round of biomass analysis—known as a Eureka operation—scheduled for 19–21 April.
Cooke Scotland commissions hybrid feed and service vessel from Moen Marin

1 week ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

Moen Marin to deliver hybrid feed and service vessel to Cooke ScotlandMoen Marin has secured an order from Cooke Scotland for a new multi-purpose vessel designed to support both feeding and service operations at exposed aquaculture sites in the Orkney Islands. The vessel, a NabWork 1785, was developed in collaboration with Marin Design and Cooke Scotland, and is scheduled to enter operation by June 2026.
Regulator U-turn clears path for 40,000 ton land-based salmon farm

1 week ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

Green light for Helgeland Miljøfisk after three-year battle with Mattilsynet. Norway’s food safety authority has given the green light to Helgeland Miljøfisk’s plans for a land-based salmon farming facility in Brønnøy, reversing an earlier rejection that had stalled the project for more than three years.
Catch of the Day: Just hoping it doesn’t land on ‘Ministerial Site Visit’

2 weeks ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

No paywalls. No distractions. Just direct access to the most engaged audience in aquaculture. At SalmonBusiness, we don’t just keep your brand visible—we keep it relevant, resilient, and ahead of the tide. With more than 70,000 monthly readers across key seafood markets including the UK, US, Canada, and Norway, your message doesn’t just circulate—it sets the tone. Our daily newsletter earns a 50% open rate, proof that industry leaders aren’t just skimming—they’re paying attention.
World first: AI system gets greenlight for tracking salmon sexual maturity

2 weeks ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

Aquabyte’s automated maturation tool for farmed salmon gains regulatory approval in Iceland. Aquabyte has received formal approval from the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority (MAST) for its automated, non-invasive method for estimating the sexual maturation of farmed salmon. The tool, which uses computer vision and AI to deliver fish welfare-relevant data, is the first of its kind globally to be approved for regulatory use.
Salmon shock: Norway slapped with 15% tariff as US rules take effect

2 weeks ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

Tariffs by the kilo: What the new U.S. salmon tax means for Norwegian fish. As of today, the United States has imposed a 15% tariff on Norwegian salmon, part of a wider set of trade restrictions introduced by President Donald Trump. Norway, the largest supplier of Atlantic salmon to the U.S., now faces a significant new cost barrier in its most valuable seafood export market.
Regulator faults Grieg Seafood over missing details in massive write-down

2 weeks ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

Grieg Seafood criticised over lack of transparency on NOK 1.73 billion Canada write-downGrieg Seafood is facing criticism from Norway’s financial regulator for failing to clearly explain a NOK 1.73 billion ($164 million/€147 million) write-down on its Canadian operations. In a formal letter dated 2 April, the Financial Supervisory Authority (Finanstilsynet) said Grieg’s Q4 2024 financial report lacked key disclosures required under international accounting standards.
Sushi recall: Lerøy pulls products due to metal fragment warning

2 weeks ago | salmonbusiness.com | Matthew Wilcox

Lerøy recalls sushi products over metal contamination riskLerøy is recalling three sushi products due to the potential presence of metal fragments, Norway’s Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet) confirmed on Tuesday. The affected products were sold at Meny and Narvesen outlets in Eastern Norway and were produced on 5 April, with a use-by date of 9 April. “Consumers are advised to discard the product or return it to the store,” Mattilsynet said in a press release.