EXCLUSIVE: DNA tools to transform fish feed traceability

A generic picture of fish feed research - a gloved hand holds a fish sample in a laboratory

Source: DTU

DNA analysis of UK fish feed samples reveals undisclosed species diversity, highlighting major transparency gaps in aquaculture supply chains and fish meal production.

Researchers led by Dr Marine Cusa at the Danish Technical University (DTU) have applied genetic tools to analyse 30 fish feed samples sourced across the UK, uncovering 33 distinct fish species.

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