Underwater feeding systems are gaining traction among salmon farmers as a way to reduce feed waste, energy consumption, microplastics, and exposure to sea lice.
Vitamin D deficiency is a widespread concern in many regions, and farmed salmon enhanced with naturally elevated levels of the nutrient could help address this gap in daily dietary intake.
The ASC Feed Standard sets a high bar for sustainability, requiring certified facilities to meet rigorous criteria in areas such as responsible raw material sourcing, labour practices, traceability, and environmental management.
Production will take place at Fóðurblandan’s upgraded facility in Reykjavik, accompanied by the establishment of a distribution centre for BioMar’s existing feed portfolio.
Costa Rica will now join Ecuador, Chile, and the United Kingdom on BioMar’s list of ASC-certified production sites.