Aquaculture

Farmed Salmon Welfare 2026 Progress

Welfare progress in farmed Atlantic salmon in 2026 reflects advances in certification, monitoring, and regulatory frameworks.

Key Facts

Norway mandated welfare assessment reporting for all salmon farms from January 2026
Scotland extended RSPCA Assured certification requirements to include pre-harvest welfare assessment
Consumer welfare awareness surveys show increasing recognition of salmon welfare issues
New real-time welfare monitoring systems have been deployed on over 500 farms globally
Lice biological control using lumpfish has expanded to cover 20 percent of Norwegian production

Welfare Considerations

Salmon welfare progress in 2026 reflects genuine advancement in regulatory frameworks, certification standards, and monitoring technology. The pace of change is accelerating driven by both regulatory pressure and consumer market demand.

What You Can Do

Choose salmon from farms with the most rigorous welfare certification available
Advocate for continued regulatory advancement on salmon welfare in producing countries
Support organizations monitoring salmon welfare progress and advocating for improvement