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
Read the full article ↗Salmon Business