RobustFish – New posibilities for growth and robustness in organic aquaculture

RobustFish will strengthen the development of Danish organic trout production. According to the EU Regulation on Organic Aquaculture, fish production shall exclusively be based on organic fry from 2016. Particular, in organic farming, medication is only allowed within very strict limits. RobustFish will also provide needed knowledge about market conditions and consumer attitudes, including the competitive effect of increased production. Mapping the existing types of organic aquaculture products in European markets will pave the way for product development and increasing the Danish market share.