Sustainable salmon breeding

Growing Salmon Faster and Healthier

A crucial tool for more sustainable salmon farming is genomic selection which uses genetic information to help salmon grow faster and healthier. Genome Atlantic, The Huntsman Martine Science Centre and Mowi Canada East have teamed up on a $4.6 million R&D initiative to map the genetic markers of Atlantic salmon for traits such as growth, resistance to sea lice, and tolerance to changing water temperatures. Genomic selection enables scientists to uncover crucial genes sooner, fast tracking breeding programs and ultimately, improving the well-being of the salmon. Project outcomes include a publicly available genome for research and immediate improvements to sustainable, profitable salmon production in Atlantic Canada.

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