Salmon

Icelandic company breaks ground on land-based salmon farm

Thor Salmon plans eventually to produce 20,000 metric tons a year at its facility in southwestern Iceland.

Thor Salmon co-founder Thordur Thordarson and Olfus municipality mayor Ellithi Vignisson launched construction of the smolt facility on July 4.
Thor Salmon co-founder Thordur Thordarson and Olfus municipality mayor Ellithi Vignisson launched construction of the smolt facility on July 4.Photo: Thor Salmon
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Published 16 July 2024, 13:08Updated 16 July 2024, 13:08
Land-based aquacultureLand-based salmonIcelandFarmed salmonSmolt