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'The situation is quite serious': Unprecedented lice levels raise new questions about the viability of Iceland's salmon farming sector

'All necessary components, like services and regulatory support, are not yet in place, and the infrastructure was not ready for the latest lice situation.'

"The lice levels in Iceland have been higher this year both during the spring and the autumn compared to previous years," MAST Senior Veterinary Officer for Aquatic Animals Berglind Helga Bergsdottir said.
"The lice levels in Iceland have been higher this year both during the spring and the autumn compared to previous years," MAST Senior Veterinary Officer for Aquatic Animals Berglind Helga Bergsdottir said.Photo: iceland24blog
Published 7 November 2023, 04:23Updated 8 November 2023, 11:10
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