Aquafeed producer BioMar’s CEO, Carlos Díaz, recently unveiled the latest addition to the company’s Aquaculture Technology Center in Hirtshals, Denmark. The newly opened LARVIVA Hatchery Hub testing facility signifies a significant stride in research and development within the fish farming sector.

Tapping into Untapped Potential

Carlos Díaz emphasized the company’s commitment to the hatchery segment, highlighting its strong growth trajectory. Despite substantial progress, Díaz expressed optimism about untapped potential as the segment continues to evolve.

In recent years, the fish farming sector has witnessed notable changes, including consolidation, standardization of protocols, and the introduction of new species with unique feeding behavior.

A Dream Realized

Joana Amaral, global fish farming product manager at BioMar, hailed the inauguration of the LARVIVA Hatchery Hub as a dream come true for the company’s global hatchery team. The facility aims to enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and develop stronger species through advanced research and testing.

BioMar’s innovative approach includes reducing the dependency on rotifers and brine shrimp through early co-feeding techniques. The LARVIVA Hatchery Hub is set to bolster this effort by providing a platform for continuous development of diets and feeding protocols.

Importance of High-Performance Feeds

According to a press release from BioMar, high-performance fish farm feeds play a crucial role in fostering strong, healthy fish and shrimp at an early stage. This results in improved survival rates and overall robustness of the animals.

Simon Wadsworth, global director of R&D at the BioMar Group, highlighted the advanced capabilities of the new facility. With precise control over production parameters, the facility enables simulation of conditions experienced by customers worldwide, facilitating tests with both marine and freshwater species.

Since their introduction in 2008, BioMar’s LARVIVA fish farming feeds have gained recognition worldwide for their efficacy in raising both fish and shrimp.