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Fresh salmon product demand, competition in Europe

Salmon production has long been dominated by Norway, while the United States, Canada and United Kingdom have experienced slow expansion in recent years, and Chile saw a fall and rebound in volume. Norwegian product leads fresh salmon imports in European markets, but increases in price can shift sourcing to Ireland and the U.K.

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COEXIST project addresses uses, interactions in Europe’s coastal waters

Throughout Europe, debate is taking place as to whether new fish farms, wind farms, tourist facilities or marine and/or coastal protected areas should be established. Competition for space is increasing. In the COEXIST project, partners from 10 European countries are exploring these developments, aiming to increase synergies and reduce conflicts, particularly with regard to the fields of aquaculture and fisheries.

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Sole show culture potential in Europe

Early efforts at sole culture in Europe were hampered by several technological and disease problems. Improvements in recirculation technology and advances in feed technology have renewed interest in the species.