Rising mortalities will hit New Zealand King Salmon's profits in 2026

The company said the cause of the mortalities was multi-factorial, but that the dominant correlation was with prolonged elevated water temperature.

New Zealand King Salmon is currently experiencing higher than expected sea farm mortality, coupled with lower than expected growth rates. — New Zealand King Salmon is currently experiencing higher than expected sea farm mortality, coupled with lower than expected growth rates.Photo: New Zealand King Salmon

Rachel Mutter

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Published 17 March 2025, 04:20Updated 17 March 2025, 04:39

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