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Manolin, a data intelligence platform for aquaculture, has launched its first-ever Observer Report, an industry-focussed series designed to expand the level of insights available to Norwegian fish farmers, regulators, and industry stakeholders. Through the quarterly report, Manolin aims to provide data-driven analysis on the key performance topics shaping the sector.
In the inaugural edition, Annual Sea Lice Performance, Manolin delivers a comprehensive assessment of sea lice pressure and treatment capacity across Norway – two critical factors in understanding and addressing one of the country’s most persistent aquaculture challenges.
The report reveals a 30 percent higher peak in total female sea lice pressure in 2024 compared to recent years, equating to an estimated 31 million more female sea lice across the country than previous averages. According to analysis by Manolin, these spikes were driven by increased sea surface temperatures, which can support lice proliferation.
"Looking back at 2024, it was one of the most difficult sea lice seasons in over the last decade for Norway, and there isn’t a great picture of how challenging the situation was in the water. By using our AI-powered platform, our team has produced a truly unique analysis of Norway’s sea lice situation with estimated sea lice pressure and the total number of cages treated per production area," said Tony Chen, CEO of Manolin, in a press release.
"In a world where everything is AI-powered now, we strongly believe it’s important to use the technology in areas with practical applications. This report is one of those examples, which gives the industry a new level of depth into the sea lice conversation that hasn’t previously been available, and it's just the beginning for us," Chen concluded.