Hopes and concerns about salmon farming in South Korea

One of the largest markets in the world is salmon. As of 2022, global salmon farming production reached 4.24 million tons. Salmon, a global variety, has quickly entered the domestic market and has become one of the most popular seafood products, especially among the younger generation. There is already a consensus that the domestic salmon farming industry should be fostered. This is because salmon, which is mostly dependent on imports, can be replaced with domestically produced salmon. In particular, the smart farming cluster project being promoted by the government, local governments, and the private sector can lead to innovative development such as expanded salmon production and advanced farming industry. However, there are also obstacles and solutions are needed. At the ‘Salmon High Value-Added Industrialization Symposium’ held in Pohang, Gyeongbuk on October 25, it was mentioned that salmon imports, which had been increasing, have recently slowed down. It was also suggested ...