Food production for a better future

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Farmed Atlantic salmon provides protein, omega-3 fatty acids and several vitamins and minerals, can form part of a varied and balanced diet.

Food systems face the challenge of providing nutritious food for a growing population while managing natural resources responsibly.

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2 focuses on ending hunger, improving nutrition and supporting sustainable food systems. Farmed salmon is one source of protein within this wider food system.

Bakkafrost salmon is produced in the Faroe Islands and Scotland. Our nutritional data shows that salmon naturally contains protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, vitamin D, vitamin E, selenium and iodine.

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Producing food responsibly requires attention to fish health, food safety, resource use, environmental management and the communities connected to our operations. These areas are supported by monitoring, recognised standards and continuous improvement.

The future of food production will require many approaches working together. Responsible aquaculture can contribute to that wider effort while continuing to improve its environmental and social performance.