The QRILL Aqua team is gearing up for AQUA 2024 in Copenhagen, Denmark, a major event organized by Aquaculture Europe and the World Aquaculture Society to be held on August 26-30. This is a key gathering for the aquaculture community, bringing together diverse stakeholders from across the industry. The shared aim among all participants is to engage in the latest challenges, opportunities, and breakthroughs in aquaculture.
For more than a decade, QRILL Aqua has served as an active participant in this conference. We see it as a crucial meeting point for knowledge sharing, collaboration, innovation, and the spreading of sustainable practices within aquaculture. At this year’s conference, QRILL Aqua will be well-represented by Ragnhild Dragøy, Marianne Nergård, Kiranpreet Kaur, and Virginie Claeyssens, who will be ready to meet and discuss the latest innovations and developments in the krill fishery.
Make an appointment with QRILL Aqua team: HERE
“This year, we are excited to present results from our joint feed trial with partner IRIDA. This field trial was focused on the use of QRILL Aqua Total for seabass under organic farming, determining how the use of krill meal positively impacted the growth performance and overall health of the fish,” says Virginie Claeyssens, Director QRILL Sales Europe, Aker BioMarine.
Our Presentations at Aqua 2024
We have lined up three compelling presentations and one poster for Aqua 2024, each focusing on different aspects of aquaculture sustainability and innovation.
Session: Crustaceans (August, 30th, 09:15)
Title: Improving Shrimp Feed Performance with Krill Meal
Presenter: Kiranpreet Kaur, Director R&D, Aquaculture, Aker BioMarine
In this session, we will delve into the latest studies showcasing how krill meal can enhance shrimp performance. The findings reveal significant benefits, including the alleviation of Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei (EHP) symptoms in infected shrimp, improved immune system, and optimized nutritional formulations that minimize the use of unsustainable or scarce raw materials.
Session : Sustainability Indicators, Energy Use, and Certification (August 27th, 14:00 - 17:30)
Title: Charting Sustainable Pathways: A Real-Life Case Study of Green Initiatives in a Challenging Industry
Presenter: Ragnhild Dragøy, PhD, MBA, VP Product Management and Sustainability, Aker BioMarine
This presentation will highlight QRILL Aqua's innovative approaches to developing sustainable solutions in aquaculture. We will share real-life examples of initiatives aimed at reducing the environmental footprint of aquaculture ingredients derived from challenging fisheries industries. The focus will be on sustainable practices that benefit both the industry and the environment.
Session: Nutrition Contributed (August, 30th, 09:30)
Title: Effect of Krill Meal on Sea Lice Infestation and Skin Mucosal Health in Atlantic Salmon
Presenter: Kiranpreet Kaur, Director R&D, Aquaculture, Aker BioMarine
This session will explore the advantages of including krill meal in the diet of Atlantic salmon. The study demonstrates how krill meal can enhance skin mucosal health and reduce sea lice infestation, providing crucial benefits for the health and welfare of farmed salmon. The findings underline the potential of krill meal as a functional feed ingredient that can offer sensitive tools to improve fish health.
Poster:
Title: Benefits of Dietary Krill Meal Towards Better Utilization of Nutrients and Response to Oxidative Stress in Gilthead Seabream Sparus aurata Juveniles
Presenter: Kiranpreet Kaur, Director R&D, Aquaculture, Aker BioMarine
Join Us at Aqua 2024
We invite all attendees to visit the IRIDA booth (N 170-171) and attend our presentations to learn more about our innovative research and sustainable practices related to krill.
“Aqua 2024 promises to be an enriching experience, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange that will drive the future of aquaculture forward. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation on sustainable aquaculture practices and innovations,” says Virginie Claeyssens.
For more information about the event, visit Aqua 2024 and Irida.