Aquaculture Welfare

Farmed Salmon Welfare 2026 Progress

A 2026 progress report on farmed salmon welfare documents advances, identifies gaps, and sets the direction for continued improvement.

Key Facts

Electrical stunning before slaughter now covers the majority of Norwegian production
OWI frameworks are increasingly embedded in certification and regulatory requirements
Sea lice biological control is growing as treatment-resistant lice drive innovation
Consumer awareness of salmon welfare has grown in key European markets
Academic salmon welfare research has expanded dramatically since 2020

Welfare Considerations

Salmon welfare progress in 2026 is real - electrical stunning, biological lice control, and validated welfare indicators represent genuine improvements in conditions for billions of farmed fish. Sustaining this progress requires continued advocacy, research, and market engagement.

What You Can Do

Choose welfare-certified salmon products that reflect these welfare improvements
Engage with retailers about their salmon welfare sourcing standards and progress
Support organisations documenting and advancing salmon welfare progress in 2026