South American farmers and exporters are keen to have greater access to the European market, however, some European farmers are opposed to the deal.
The company’s plans to pursue additional certifications that enhance value for both the business and its clients.
The group is buying Copeinca, Peru’s largest fishing company which holds the largest anchoveta quota and processes approximately 21% of the country’s total catch.
The plant consolidates a network of three facilities in the Andean region dedicated to Ecuador, offering versatility and flexibility tailored to the needs of a constantly changing and evolving shrimp industry.
ASC-certified salmon producers across Latin America can now strengthen their competitive position in global markets by sourcing ASC compliant feed from BioMar.
Cargill's new Aquaxcel portfolio will be available in the Ecuadorian market starting in November.
The agreement aims to develop advanced feeding and production protocols and to improve larval survival and growth in the early stages of shrimp farming.
Currently, there are 30 feed production sites either certified or in assessment.
The acquisition will improve production processes, logistics and services to the benefit of a global customer base.
The 5th edition of the event will take place on November 19, 2024, at Teatro del Lago, Frutillar, Chile.
The improvements aim to strengthen its service offerings by enhancing the traceability of the shrimp feed supply chain.
The International Finance Corporation invested USD 2 million in ProNuvo, a Costa Rica-based company specializing in the production of insect-based animal feed.
Marine Farm's Capeahuapi Center was awarded for its best FCR in the Coho category in BioMar's Farmers of the Year 2023.
The certification reflects Salmofood's commitment to promoting sustainability and transparency in the soy supply chain and moving towards obtaining the ASC Feed certification.
Danny Velez has decided to retire and BioMar Ecuador’s current finance director, Andres Rivadulla, will take over as general manager.
The company partnered with Cermaq to deliver aquafeeds with insect meal in 2023 and has also incorporated this ingredient in its new Coho diets for freshwater.
A public-private initiative aims to implement new solutions to prevent bacterial diseases and reduce the use of antibiotics.
The company is the first in the region to be ISO 20400 certified, proving its sustainable purchasing strategy.
Marcelo Oyarzún will represent the company both in Chile and Ecuador.
Vimifos achieved multi-site certification for three of its feed mills in Mexico that produce feed for shrimp, tilapia, trout and marine fish and Skretting has also achieved multi-site certification for two feed mills in Chile that produce feed for salmon.