What is the true cost of mouth rot to B.C. salmon farming? New economic modelling estimates that bacterial stomatitis could cost the B.C. Atlantic salmon industry USD $10.58 million annually—and the real impact may be even greater.

From earlier diagnostics and vaccine development to functional feeds and better understanding of environmental triggers, the path forward may be less about treating outbreaks and more about preventing them.

Explore what this research means for the future of fish health in B.C. salmon farming.

The journey from freshwater to seawater is one of the most critical stages in salmon production. Discover why successful smoltification has such a significant impact on fish health, survival, and long-term production performance, and how new research and diagnostic tools are helping producers reduce risk before fish enter the marine environment.