Flexibility pays
NORWAY - Companies that take uncertain times into consideration run well, independent of ownership in fishing vessels or fish farm, says Scientist John R. Isaksen.

Looking for the good sides of herring
NORWAY - New research is underway to look for components in fish that have positive health effects. Initially, the scientists are interested in the roe and milt from herring.

Is stockfish becoming trendy?
NORWAY - Italy is the big stockfish country, but the semi-prepared fish can now also become trendy in the home market, says Fiskeriforskning in its fourth and final article about Norway's oldest export product.

Cultural understanding increases seafood exports
NORWAY - “Norwegian seafood exporters are too laid back about their products in demanding export markets. Cultural sensitivity is the key to better results,” says researcher Gro Alteren in her doctoral thesis at the BI Norwegian School of Management....

New measures to protect wild salmon
NORWAY - The Norwegian Parliament (Storting) has voted to protect 29 fjords and 52 rivers and watercourses by turning them into national sanctuaries for wild salmon.

Fish on the menu for functional food research
NORWAY - Research and industry in Nordic countries are joining forces to develop healthier foods. And the healthy ingredients to come from the sea.

ISO standards will aid sustainable development
NORWAY - The sustainable development of the fisheries and aquaculture sectors will benefit from the International Standards produced by a new ISO technical committee, due to hold its first meeting in Bergen, Norway in October.

Science and strong commercial links vital for future development, says report
NORWAY - Emminent research institute Fiskeriforskning has published its annual report. The offers a clear and valuable insight into the centre's many R & D projects covering all aspects of aquaculture, from production to marketing.

Cell cultivation success marks advance for immune research in cod
NORWAY - Fiskeriforskning has successfully cultivated cod cells in the laboratory. With its own cell culture, research into cod health will be more effective.

Values are drying up
NORWAY - Stockfish that dries too much means at least 25 million NOK in lost revenues for the stockfish industry. According to Fiskeriforskning's studies, the fish should be kept in cold storage after it is brought in.

Obach takes MD seat at Skretting
NORWAY - Alex Obach has been appointed Managing Director at Skretting Aquaculture Research Centre.

Do cod avoid salmon - research still not sure
NORWAY - After recent studies, scientists still cannot prove a connection between salmon farming in fjords and the changed behaviour of coastal cod.

Scientists remain uncertain whether cod avoid salmon
NORWAY - After recent studies, the scientists still cannot prove a connection between salmon farming in fjords and the changed behaviour of the coastal cod, writes Lidunn Mosaker, Fiskeriforskning.

Good advice at the seafood counter
NORWAY - "A seafood dinner isn't just about proteins and Omega 3, but also a good food experience", says Scientist Geir Ottesen.

Is failure more important than success?
NORWAY - "If you want to succeed with new seafood products, it's as important to learn from your mistakes as to admire your successes", say Scientists Geir Ottesen and Finn-Arne Egeness.