Animal welfare in the fishing industry

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Animal welfare in the fishing industry

In the fishing industry, there is an increasing focus on animal welfare, not only for ethical reasons, but also to ensure product quality and sustainability. With new technological possibilities within artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, there are ample opportunities to improve the monitoring and understanding of fish behavior. Thus, these technologies can play an important role in ensuring responsible practice in the fishing industry.

Monitoring fish behavior

With the help of advanced sensors and cameras, real-time data on fish behavior can be collected. This data can provide valuable insight into the health and welfare of the fish. Behavioral parameters such as swimming patterns, foraging behavior (including food intake), and interactions with other fish can indicate both stress and disease. The advantage of AI and machine learning is that they can analyze large and complex datasets, thereby identifying patterns or deviations that are not typically detected by the supervision we know today. For example, a sudden change in swimming patterns can indicate stress due to environmental conditions or health problems. Real-time monitoring of fish with alarms can therefore result in faster intervention if the behavior of the fish changes.

Use of knowledge about fish behavior

The ability to process and analyze complex issues can provide in-depth insight into the natural behavior of fish and their reactions to different stimuli. This knowledge can be used to design and optimize farming environments that mimic the fish's natural living conditions, without compromising productivity. With the continued development and integration of AI and machine learning in the fishing industry, it is possible to achieve a more detailed and nuanced understanding of fish behavior and welfare. This will not only benefit the fish by ensuring higher welfare standards, but also the industry by producing healthier, higher quality products and by maintaining sustainability in practice.

Implementation of methods for improved animal welfare in the fishing industry

The Danish Technological Institute, with its expertise and advanced facilities, can play a key role in this process. We offer tailored solutions that can integrate new technology into existing production systems, while ensuring that animal welfare is at the center of development. Danish Technological Institute will help promote these technologies and their application in monitoring and understanding of fish and we ensure a more responsible and ethical fishing industry that respects both the animals and the environment they live in. If you want to know more about how we can help you create a better and more productive fish production, please contact Dorte Schrøder-Petersen by filling out the form on the right.

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