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Aquaculture Insights

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Hey there, I'm Mikkel!

A pipe-smoking Norwegian entrepreneur on a mission to make aquaculture cleaner...

Welcome to The Rokter— a hub for professionals.

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Sustainability
September 30, 2024
Mikkel Pedersen
The Role of Aquaculture in Feeding a Growing Population

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Sustainability
Education & Facts
September 23, 2024
Author: Mikkel Pedersen
Aquaculture vs. Plant-Based Diets: A Sustainable Comparison

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Sustainability
Education & Facts
September 19, 2024
Author: Mikkel Pedersen
Why Eating More Seafood Can Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

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Biosecurity
September 16, 2024
Author: Mikkel Pedersen
Best Practices: The Key to Improving Biosecurity in Salmon Farming

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Technology & Innovation
September 9, 2024
Author: Mikkel Pedersen
How Size and Technology Have Transformed Salmon Farming

Aquaculture Calculators:

Free online calculators designed for fish farmers, researchers and fishermen. Compute fish weight, K-factor, length and feed conversion ratio.

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-A place for open, honest discussions about aquaculture. No corporate jargon—just real talk among professionals and enthusiasts aiming to optimize aquaculture.

Projects:

My journey in aquaculture is all about contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable industry. Here are some ventures I've founded and actively work on:

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