Norwegian Aquaculture Center, Aquaculture research center in Toft, Norway.
The Norwegian Aquaculture Center is a research facility in Toft featuring modern feeding systems, automated monitoring equipment, and underwater cameras to track fish development. The installation demonstrates practical techniques used in contemporary fish farming operations.
The facility began operations in 2008 under the leadership of Bjarne Mørk-Eidem, a former Norwegian fisheries minister. It was established to address growing demands and innovation needs within the fish farming industry.
The center draws regular visits from school groups, kindergartens, tourists, and professionals interested in learning about current fish farming methods. Visitors gain direct insight into how the industry operates today and what technologies are used in daily work.
A floating pier connects the mainland to the demonstration areas and research facilities for easy visitor access. The walkway is well-designed to ensure safe and informative visits throughout the site.
The center conducts pioneering work on projects like the Northern Cod initiative and tests closed cage systems. This partnership approach helps develop new solutions in the field of fish farming.
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