Optimal lipidernæring for laks_2

Offentlig prosjektsammendrag

The aquaculture industry faces challenges with the sustainability and cost of fish feed. Fish oil, traditionally the main omega-3 source, is limited, prompting a shift to alternatives such as algae oils and concentrated omega-3 products. This raises key questions about the optimal balance of EPA and DHA in salmon diets. This project, an extension of Optimal4Salmon, will complete the postponed DHA/EPA trial. The objective is to determine the optimal EPA:DHA ratio for ongrowing Atlantic salmon using EPA from concentrated oils and DHA from AlgaePrime. A controlled sea-cage feeding trial will be conducted with systematic monitoring of growth, health, and fillet quality, followed by statistical analysis. Results will provide practical feeding guidelines for sustainable diets that reduce reliance on fish oil and support the use of novel omega-3 sources.