A pure metabolite of vitamin D3, the most bioavailable form of vitamin D for fish, its proper use can have a positive impact on animal welfare and productivity.
The deal ends a strategic review that had included the possibility of Mowi selling its feed business. "The partnership with Skretting is our preferred outcome," said CEO Ivan Vindheim.
Norwegian research in collaboration with Cargill indicates using tailored diets for land-based farms can dramatically reduce nutrient losses and risk of eutrophication while maintaining fish health.
The Norwegian Government's advisory group on sustainable feed delivered its report with 20 measures to achieve the goal of sustainable feed production by 2034.