Are farmed fish and shrimp healthy to eat?

Yes. Regardless of whether it has been caught or farmed, fish and shrimp are a fantastic source of high-quality protein, precious vitamins and minerals. This food group is also the best source of the long chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, which are essential for human health.

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FAQs

Why choose farmed over wild fish?

Are farmed fish and shrimp healthy to eat?

Do salmon and trout feeds contain colouring?

What ingredients are in Skretting feeds?

Are the raw materials that Skretting uses in its feeds responsibly sourced?

Do feeds contain chemicals or preservatives dangerous to human health?

Are the animal by-products used in aquaculture feeds dangerous to human health?

Do feeds contain growth hormones or antibiotics?

What are fish meal and fish oil, and why are they used in aquaculture feeds?

Is low fish meal/fish oil content in feeds harmful to fish and shrimp?

Does Skretting use novel ingredients in its feeds?

What is ethoxyquin and is it safe?

Are circular economy principles applied to aquaculture feeds?

Is aquaculture sustainable?

Is aquaculture controlled?

Why is aquaculture important?

Why do aquaculture species grow quickly?

Are farms healthy environments for producing fish and shrimp?

How much wild fish is needed to feed farmed fish?

Are Skretting feeds sustainable?

Is it safe to eat farmed fish and shrimp?

How is Skretting contributing to feeding a growing global population?

Is one feed sufficient for all aquaculture species?

How much feed is needed to grow a farmed fish?

Can efficient feed management help improve the sustainability of aquaculture?