Norway Sets New Record in Land-Based Salmon Farming with AI & Microalgae Integration

RAS Breakthroughs

● Ocean Simulation: Baring’s Farsund facility uses Optiras’ AquaDUCT to refresh water four times hourly, mimicking tides and currents. This lowers fish stress and boosts growth. Phase one targets 1,200 tons of smolt, with capacity planned for 24,000 tons.Light & Sound Conditioning: Optimized light spectrums improve fish health and feeding efficiency; long-term acoustic adaptation helps manage behavior in high-density tanks.

Climate Resilience

● Heatwave Protection: Closed RAS systems block parasites and allow real-time temperature control, avoiding issues seen in open-net pens.

● Stress-Tolerant Breeds: Genomic selection produces salmon resistant to heat and disease, cutting chemical use.

Circular Economy

● Sludge Utilization: On-site centrifuges turn sludge into fertilizer or biogas, meeting Norway’s strict waste-removal standards.

● Microalgae Carbon Capture: Photobioreactors grow algae that absorb CO₂ and nutrients, replace part of fish oil in feed, and boost Omega-3 content.

Digital Integration

● Mowi 4.0: AI monitors biomass, automates feeding, and controls lice with lasers and automated counts—reducing costs by 40%.

● Lower Carbon Footprint: Renewable energy and insect-protein feeds cut energy use by 30%.