Norwegian salmon farmer turning invasive Pacific salmon into profitable catch

Pink salmon, introduced from the Pacific, die after spawning, leaving behind decaying fish that impact water quality.

Leroy began trialing commercial use of the fish this year, processing catch from Vesterelva River in Nesseby, East Finnmark. — Leroy began trialing commercial use of the fish this year, processing catch from Vesterelva River in Nesseby, East Finnmark.Photo: Kaspar Knudsen

Kaspar Knudsen

Published 29 July 2025, 07:41Updated 29 July 2025, 07:41

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