Norwegian salmon producer threatens to suspend purchase of Brazilian soy

The world’s largest salmon producer, Mowi ASA, might stop buying Brazilian soybeans used in its production if the country does not curb deforestation in the Amazon. The announcement was made by the Norwegian company on Wednesday (08/28).

“The treatment given to the Amazon is unacceptable. Mowi will have to consider looking for other sources of raw material unless the situation improves,” said Catarina Martins, the company’s director of sustainability.

The company, which expects to sell about 430,000 tons of salmon this year, is also a major fish food producer. “Mowi [soy] sources come from certified suppliers, and we can guarantee that our suppliers are not linked to deforestation or human rights violations,” Catarina added.

“However, it is important that we and all who buy goods from Brazil clearly say that the rainforest must be preserved and that the current situation is unacceptable,” she said.

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