Our innovations

Skretting's ultimate goal is to see research implemented into innovative and sustainable solutions for the aquaculture industry, whether in the form of products, methodologies or manufacturing improvements. Our innovation directions cover three horizons – from improvements to current business, right through to completely new business models. Below you can find some examples of these.

AquaSim

Over the course of the last 20 years, we have established a comprehensive portfolio of models for the large number of species that we supply feeds for. Each Skretting diet has a unique FCR model, based on research done by Skretting Acuaculture Research Centre (ARC), which tests all raw materials and diets both in the lab and under field conditions. Combining biology, quality and economics, the robust set of innovative AquaSim management tools give qualified references through which aquaculture farmers can calculate expected farm performance.

NIR

Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is an accurate and rapid analysis method that is well suited for quantitative determination of nutrients in feed ingredients and feed. NIR instruments are installed at every Skretting plant worldwide and provide rapid, accurate analyses of feed ingredients, intermediate products and finished feeds.

RAS

Today, Skretting is the market leader for feeds specifically designed for recirculating aquaculture systems. Skretting has invested many research resources into RAS because of their potential to enhance the sustainability of the aquaculture industry. We have three dedicated RAS-based research facilities across the world, each of which has a unique focus. Our central RAS team at the Skretting Aquaculture Research Centre (ARC) is comprised of many knowledgeable researchers,specialising in these systems.

MicroBalance®

MicroBalance® encompasses Infinity, MicroBalance FLX and N3, and is about the right nutrients, not specific raw materials. This allows us to replace feed raw materials without impacting performance, welfare or fish quality, providing unprecedented formulation flexibility.

Ingredient innovation

As the global population continues to grow, there is increasing focus on aquaculture to provide the protein to feed the world. At Skretting, as one of the largest aquaculture feed suppliers in the world, we see that we have an essential role to play. A 30 million tonne projected increase in aquaculture production means there will be a need for an additional 45 million tonnes of raw materials. So where will they come from? Here, we deepen on some of our ongoing activities in this arena, exploring novel ingredients and some of our most important partnerships.

Feed and services for aquaculture

Skretting has consistently developed innovative products and solutions that, over time, have evolved into production standards. Our feeds wholly meet the nutritional requirements of fish and shrimp throughout their lifecycle.

A timeline of our innovations

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2024

AmiNova - a feed formulation concept

AmiNova is a feed formulation concept that allows even more precise nutrition, resulting in better utilisation, higher efficiency, and lower nutrient release to the environment.

Learn about AmiNova

2024

Armis - a breakthrough functional diet for shrimp

Armis is specially designed to support the resilience of shrimp facing challenging conditions and provide optimal nutrition to safeguard farm performance.

Learn about Armis

2024

Optiline Catfish

This global diet solution ensures optimal performance and cost-efficiency.

Learn about Optiline Catfish

2024

Cosmos, a premium diet for Barramundi

Cosmos enables barramundi farmers to achieve optimal fish performance and farm efficiency.

Learn about Cosmos

2023

A new generation of hatchery feed: Nutra Terra

Nutra Terra is a novelty in hatchery feed with documented high performance and reduced emissions. Trials show a reduction in emissions of phosphorus and zinc from faeces of up to 30%, while fish fed with Nutra Terra have significantly better growth and a lower feed conversion ratio.

Learn about Nutra Terra

2023

Clean Labrus for wrasse

With the launch of Clean Labrus, we offer a complete feed range adapted to farmed and wild-caught wrasse.

Learn more about Clean Labrus

2023

Elevia: A game-changing shrimp feed

Elevia is a groundbreaking feed designed to revolutionise shrimp hatcheries and nurseries. Elevia's precisely produced, stable micro diet enhances larval performance and simplifies feed management while ensuring a cleaner system.

Learn more about Elevia

2023

Collaboration with tuna farming start-up Next Tuna

Our cooperation agreement with tuna farming start-up Next Tuna will take the farming of juvenile Atlantic bluefin tuna to new heights. The Next Tuna project, backed by world-class aquaculture and feed R&D, promises to pave the way for sustainable farmed Atlantic bluefin.

Learn more about the agreement

2022

Unveiling the Skretting AI Guayas Research Station

We opened a world-class EUR 6.1 million R&D station in Ecuador, dedicated to shrimp farming and expanding our knowledge of shrimp nutrition and health. This station aims to shape the future of shrimp farming in one of the world's most crucial shrimp-producing regions.

Strengthen cooperation with eniferBio

We joined forces with eniferBio, the winner of the 2020 Nutreco Feed & Food Tech Challenge, to continue driving innovation in livestock farming, aquaculture, and alternative food proteins. The future steps outlined in this agreement are set to revolutionise the industry.

About the cooperation

2022

A sustainable future for salmon - an agreement with Atlantic Sapphire

In line with our goal of eliminating marine-derived ingredients in feed by 2025, we partnered with Atlantic Sapphire and algal oil specialist Veramaris® to introduce sustainable omega-3 rich salmon to the United States.

about our agreement with atlantic sapphire

2022

The dawn of Skretting Aquaculture Innovation

Skretting ARC underwent a transformation to become Skretting Aquaculture Innovation (AI). This new unit integrates all facets of innovation, from research and product development to digital innovation and sustainability.

about Skretting ai

2021

Nutra Sprint and Celero - starter and grower feeds for trout

Our new starter and grower feeds for rainbow trout, Nutra Sprint & Celero, aim to help farms reach their full potential.

learn more about nutra sprint & celero

2021

GEMMA Neo - a groundbreaking hatchery diet

The groundbreaking hatchery diet GEMMA Neo reduces dependence on traditional feed ingredients while offering the perfect nutrient balance, exceptional production system performance, and unparalleled weaning flexibility.

Read about GEMMA Neo

2021

AquaCare Mineral Balance - the solution for pristine water quality

AquaCare Mineral Balance joins the AquaCare portfolio, promising superior water quality for fish and shrimp pond farming. Dive into this mineral combination's high bioavailability of macro and trace minerals.

about aquacare mineral balance

2020

Embrace cutting-edge technologies to lead aquaculture innovation

The opening of our own biotechnology lab, The Bubble, puts us at the forefront of technological innovation. With its dedicated team of expert scientists, The Bubble accelerates progress with advances in biological sciences, computing, data processing, and artificial intelligence.

About the Bubble

2020

Vitalis PRIMA - elevating hatchery system performance

Vitalis PRIMA is a marine broodstock diet that enhances the health of parent fish and young fry, ultimately improving hatchery system performance.

About Vitalis PRIMA

2020

Expanding horizons with AquaCare

We extended our scope with the introduction of AquaCare, a new global product line focused on practical solutions to improve water quality for fish and shrimp farming systems.

explore our aqua specialty products

2020

Raw material independence with Infinity

Infinity, the final development of the MicroBalance® concept, offers complete independence from marine feed raw materials.

About Infinity

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2019

Xpand - transforming shrimp farming

Xpand is a grower diet set to unlock the full growth potential of shrimp, empowering proactive farmers to enhance their operations.

About Xpand

2019

Insect meal in Skretting feed - a pioneering leap

Skretting Norway's factory in Averøy produced commercial salmon feed with insect meal for the first time, changing the landscape of aquaculture.

learn more About insect meal in our feed

2019

MaGro - transforming tuna farming

MaGro is a groundbreaking diet that helps tuna farmers overcome biosecurity risks and sustainability challenges associated with baitfish diets.

About MaGro

2019

Promoting tilapia health

Protec for tilapia is the first dedicated, documented tilapia health feed, extending support for fish health and survival to our customers in Egypt, Ecuador, and Vietnam.

About Protec for Tilapia

2018

HTO2 - conquering high water temperatures.

HTO2 is a feed solution designed to support fish during periods with high water temperatures, ensuring consistent growth performance.

About HTO2

2017

Prime & Express: Our next-gen feeds for post-transfer salmon

Prime & Express are our next-generation premium feeds for post-transfer salmon which enable shorter production times without compromising quality.

About Prime & Express

2017

ORI N3 - enrichment technology for artemia

ORI N3 is a unique algae blend maximising DHA uptake into artemia, promising a flexible and convenient approach to nutrient enrichment.

About ORI-N3

2017

N3 - pioneering raw material replacement

N3 is a groundbreaking salmonid diet that uses new marine algae oil, providing a viable and sustainable alternative to traditional fish feed raw materials.

About N3

2017

SHIELD - a world-first diet to enhance both gill and gut integrity

SHIELD is a functional diet specifically supporting against intestinal challenges for Mediterranean species. SHIELD supports the external barriers of fish, such as gills and gut, and gives broad support under different environmental conditions.

About Shield

2016

Lorica - for shrimp health

Lorica is the most advanced functional health feed for shrimp, designed to strengthen shrimp before and during environmental and bacterial challenges.

About Lorica

2016

MicroBalance FLX - formulation flexibility

MicroBalance FLX provides unprecedented ingredient formulation flexibility, allowing salmon farmers to produce more from less in a sustainable way.

About MicroBalance

2013

ORI-ONE and PL - transforming hatcheries

ORI-ONE and PL offer enhanced nutrition for shrimp at critical life stages.

About ORI-ONE

About PL

2012

Premium - a high-energy revolution

Premium is a high-energy concept designed to deliver higher growth and reduce feed conversion rates, producing more with less.

About Premium

2010

MicroBalance®: a game-changer in micronutrients!

MicroBalance®offers an industry-first alternative source for micronutrients typically sourced from fishmeal.

About MicroBalance®

2009

Specialising in RAS

We become a market leader for feeds designed specifically for recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), enhancing the sustainability of the aquaculture industry.

About RAS

2009

A breakthrough for the Mediterranean

We identify specific nutritional requirements for European seabass and Gilthead seabream. The dedicated products for these species mark a significant breakthrough in the Mediterranean.

Our seabass and seabream diets

2007

Protec - the leading health diet

Protec is a pioneering health diet that is leading in the industry in promoting fish health and well-being.

About Protec

2005

Skretting Marine Hatchery Feeds (MHF) - ensuring a healthy start for fish

The establishment of Skretting Marine Hatchery Feeds (MHF) brings lifecycle products that offer fish a healthy start in life.

See our range of hatchery feeds

2001

LipoBalance: Replacing marine raw materials

LipoBalance ensures precise omega-3 fatty acid content using fish and vegetable oil blends. We also introduce cold extrusion technology for starter diet production.

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2000

AquaSim -cutting-edge digital tools for measuring aquaculture performance

AquaSim offers advanced forecasting and analysis for fish and shrimp farmers to optimise farm performance and provides tailored advice.

About AquaSim

1993

Our first functional diet: A nutritional breakthrough!

We launch our first functional diet, Respons – the precursor to Protec.

Our functional diets

1990

NIR instruments are deployed worldwide for accurate feed analysis

Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIR) instruments are installed all around the world. This allows us to rapidly and accurately analyse feed ingredients and finished feeds at every Skretting plant worldwide.

About NIR

1989

The birth of Skretting ARC - pioneers in aquaculture research

The year marks the establishment of Skretting Aquaculture Research Centre (ARC) in Stavanger, Norway, the home of pioneering aquaculture research.