The new target for Norwegian-produced raw materials in aquafeeds has increased to 25% by 2034.
The Norwegian government has set a goal that by 2034 all feeds for farmed fish and livestock must come from sustainable sources. It has also set a new target for how much of the feed must come from Norwegian raw materials.
“Fish is climate-friendly and healthy food, but we source too many raw materials for the feed from abroad. A sustainable production of feed based on an increasing proportion of Norwegian raw materials will reduce climate emissions and strengthen our ability to be self-sufficient,” said Fisheries and Oceans Minister, Cecilie Myrseth.
Currently, the proportion of Norwegian-produced raw materials in feed for farmed fish is 8% and the government wants to increase this to 25% by 2034.
With these targets, the government aims to help preserve natural diversity, develop a strong feed ingredient industry and increase security of supply in Norway. The targets also aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from raw materials used for feed for farmed fish.
Source link : https://www.aquafeed.com/regions/europe/norway-sets-new-targets-for-raw-materials-in-aquafeeds/
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Publish date : 2024-03-18 07:00:00
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