The sector announced significant results from the operation of producer companies.
In the offices of the Chilean Salmon Industry Association A. G. (SalmonChile) in the city of Puerto Varas, Los Lagos region, the results obtained in the IX Report of Sustainability from the sector, which brings together the main economic, health, environmental and labor indicators with communities of the actions carried out by the associated producer companies during 2023. The document was presented by the president of the entity, Arturo Clément, accompanied by the general manager of the Salmon Technology Institute (Intesal), Esteban Ramírez.
The document is an exercise of transparency and commitment of the union and its partner companies to the country and to the communities in which they operate. On this occasion, progress in sustainability was highlighted, Community development and in the implementation of new technologies in the production processes of salmon farming, research, development and innovation initiatives being fundamental (R+D+i) they have risen in the south-eastern part of Chile, which during 2023 exceeded the $7,000 million.
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In this context, Clément stressed that "this document is a demonstration of our commitment to transparency and to good practices, in order to be able to continue to advance on a path that we began years ago and that has as main objective the being leaders in matters such as sustainability and relationship with the communities that are part of salmon farming in the south-austral of the country. We are very happy that companies continue to promote actions that go in this direction."
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As a result of this commitment to sustainability and growth, SalmonChile achieved significant Progress in 2023, including:
- 100% of certified biomass under international standards: all partner companies of the guild comply with certifications as Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and/or GlobalG.A.P.ensuring that all production follows the highest standards of quality and sustainability.
- Increase in R & D & I investment: during 2023, $7,373 million was invested in projects and initiatives related to this matter, an increase in the 21% in relation to the $6,048 million pledged in 2022.
- Decrease in the use of salmon farming antibiotics: last year, a decrease of 30% compared to 2022 in the use of these drugs, which are used only in strictly necessary cases and under the authorization of veterinarians. In this way, the path towards a commitment to a reduction of 50% by 2025 signed with the prestigious NGO Monterey Bay Aquarium.
- Investment in local development: with $46,000 million invested exclusively in suppliers of AysénSalmonChile continues to drive South-South growth.
- Zero escapes reported in 2023: an environmental milestone that reinforces the sector's commitment to the protection of marine ecosystems, achieved through the implementation of monitoring systems in real time and advanced technologies.
- Second most exported product in the country: salmon farming totaled US$ 6.463 million in exports of 2023, being surpassed only by copper, and being placed above lithium and fruit, forestry and wine industries.
In view of the main results of the report, the general manager of Intesal, Esteban Ramírez, highlighted the importance of science in the advances that national salmon farming has experienced, highlighted the Science Plan launched in 2023, which has reinforced research in critical areas such as climate change, water resources and biodiversity.
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"This initiative allows us to advance in cutting-edge research in key areassuch as the health of marine ecosystems and the efficient use of water resources. Looking ahead, we hope that this scientific strategy will not only enhance our competitiveness and sustainability, but also turn our sector into a global benchmark in responsible aquaculture production. For this, we are very happy to keep betting on R & D & I to lift more initiatives that solve the gaps through innovative solutions," Ramírez said, adding that SalmonChile's partner companies employ thousands of people throughout the country, being a driving force for development and boosting the regional economy through quality jobs.
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"Our union focuses on promoting sustainable growth and balanced in every territory where we are present. We are committed to supporting communities through social, environmental and economic development initiatives, which have made it possible to improve quality of life of thousands of people in the south of the country, reflecting the commitment that we have to generate value throughout Chile," added Arturo Clément.
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