Trout Finland

Trout farming is a significant part of the aquaculture industry in Finland, with rainbow trout being the primary species farmed. The industry is characterized by its focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility.

• Dominant Species: Rainbow trout is the most commonly farmed fish, making up the majority of the country's aquaculture production.

• Production Methods: Fish are farmed in both marine and freshwater environments, with about 75% of production occurring in the sea and brackish waters. There's a growing trend toward using recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) on land, which minimizes environmental impact by filtering and reusing water.

• Environmental Responsibility: Finnish fish farms are heavily regulated to ensure environmental protection. They have made significant efforts to reduce their nutrient load on the environment, including using local Baltic Sea fish (herring and sprat) in feed and investing in technologies like RAS. The WWF has even recommended consuming Finnish rainbow trout due to its small environmental footprint.

• Economic Impact: The industry is a central part of Finland's fisheries sector, providing jobs and strengthening the overall supply chain. The number of farms has decreased over the years, but production has become more efficient, reaching a 25-year high recently.

• Self-Sufficiency: Finland aims to increase its domestic fish production to reduce its reliance on imported fish.

Trout in Finland

Finnforel

Nordic Trout

Salmon Farm

Fifax

Lohi