BusinessAugust 19, 2026

fishmeal

FISH-meel

Definition

A high-protein powder or flour made from dried and ground fish or fish processing waste, commonly used as a concentrated feed ingredient for aquaculture and livestock.

Etymology

The word is a compound of the Middle English 'fissh' and the Old English 'meolu' (meal/flour). It has been used since the 19th century to describe the industrial product derived from processed fish.

In the news

In this article, the Peruvian fishmeal business is identified as a primary driver of the weaker quarterly financial results for the Austevoll Seafood group. The performance of this specific segment was a key factor in the company missing its earnings consensus.

Fearnley: Lerøy parent kept at Hold after Q2 miss

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