Smoltification: The Industry’s Race to Optimize Sea Transfers
An episode of the Fish n' Bits - The Aquaculture Data Intelligence Podcast podcast, hosted by Manolin, titled "Smoltification: The Industry’s Race to Optimize Sea Transfers" was published on June 16, 2025 and runs 45 minutes.
June 16, 2025 ·45m · Fish n' Bits - The Aquaculture Data Intelligence Podcast
Summary
When farms push smolt growth, what happens to biology, health, and risk? In this episode, we explore the evolving science and rising business pressures behind smoltification in salmon farming. From light control and brackish water systems to the push for 1 kg smolt, Tony breaks down why getting this phase right is so critical, and how larger smolt bring a new set of biological and operational challenges. Then, stay tuned for a conversation with Dr. Bill Harris, whose journey from Harvard pediatric nephrology to smoltification feed innovation reveals just how interconnected fish and human biology can be.For more aquaculture insights head to our Fish n’ Bits blog.
Episode Description
When farms push smolt growth, what happens to biology, health, and risk? In this episode, we explore the evolving science and rising business pressures behind smoltification in salmon farming. From light control and brackish water systems to the push for 1 kg smolt, Tony breaks down why getting this phase right is so critical, and how larger smolt bring a new set of biological and operational challenges. Then, stay tuned for a conversation with Dr. Bill Harris, whose journey from Harvard pediatric nephrology to smoltification feed innovation reveals just how interconnected fish and human biology can be.
For more aquaculture insights head to our Fish n’ Bits blog.