The IFFO Annual Conference 2024 in Lisbon gatssshered over 530 delegates from 43 countries to explore the role of marine ingredients in global nutrition and sustainable fisheries. This year Kanematsu Corporation sent three representatives from its animal feed sector with the goal of meeting strategic partners, exchanging market information, and strengthening its global relationships.
Opening remarks by IFFO President Egil Magne Haugstad and Director General Petter Johannessen underscored the need to maximize resource value in aquaculture and align with UN sustainability goals.
Key discussions included the impact of economic protectionism, led by Financial Times commentator Gideon Rachman, who examined how geopolitical shifts are reshaping global seafood supply chains. Sustainability in marine protein sources also took center stage; Professor Luisa Valente emphasized the need for transparency on environmental impact and social acceptance, while Jim Cannon of the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership called for industry collaboration to address climate challenges.
Other sessions highlighted innovations like algae oil and krill as sustainable feed ingredients, which help reduce carbon footprints and offer alternative nutrient sources. Dr. Einar Wathne discussed evolving sustainability standards, noting how new criteria influence market demands and promote local and circular sourcing.
The conference closed with insights into fishmeal and fish oil markets, focusing on the rising demand from aquaculture and the role of non-essential metabolites in fish health. Overall, participants stressed the importance of aligning practices with sustainability standards to support the future growth of the aquaculture sector.
With its extensive experience and continuous drive for innovation, Kanematsu Corporation is strengthening its position in the animal feed market and looks forward to contributing to the sustainable growth of the industry.
Peru’s second fishing season in the north centre has presented an average meal yield of 24% and a low oil yield of 1.8%. Daily average landings of 36.500 MT.
Peru landed wk44 (113.917 MT), wk45. (260.487MT), wk46 (235,836MT) & wk47 (93.048MT). A total of 28% of the quota has been landed (703.288 MT). At this rate, fishing will be over by 10 January 2025
China Total weekly fishmeal off-take: Wk. 44 (31.530 MT), Wk. 45 (28.200MT).
China Fishmeal Import: Wk. 44 (33.300MT), Wk. 45 (17.900MT).
China Total weekly fishmeal port stocks: Wk. 44 (346.390MT), Wk. 45 (336.090MT).
Source: Beijing Zlink Consulting Co.,Ltd
