What is the true cost of sea lice to the aquaculture industry?
Working with Nofima to examine; it is estimated that sea lice carry an associated cost of 6.6bn NOK to the Norwegian industry each year. However, it is difficult to quantify, and this price tag doesn’t include intangible damages including public perception and environmental safety.
The treatment landscape has changed over the last decade, seeing a rise in mechanical treatments. Today, fish health and welfare must be at the forefront.
Benchmark introduced the first new sea lice medicine to the Norwegian market in over a decade, strengthening the toolbox and promoting an integrated approach to sea lice management.
Hear John Marshall, Head of Animal Health discuss this more at the 2022 NASF conference.
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