Indicator 4.1.1.9

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Indicator 4.1.1.9

by Contact on 8 October 2026

Requirement

Indicator applicability: every UoC using feed The UoC shall develop and implement a feeding plan that includes at least the following: a) time and frequency of feeding; and b) feed rations; and c) feeding methods; and d) different environmental conditions; and e) prevention of the use of feed which has expired, spoiled or shows signs of excessive leakage; and f) feed types for the nutritional needs and life stages of the species. An exception applies to (f) when such feeds are not available, in which case the UoC shall use feed suitable for animals with similar nutritional needs.

How Do I Interpret This Requirement?

  • The feeding plan:

    • Outlines the site’s feeding strategy.

    • As a minimum, it must include the following parameters:

      • Time and frequency, e.g. at daybreak and early afternoon (08:30 am and 02:00 pm).

      • Feed rations, e.g. feed type and daily amount.

      • Feeding adaptation to fit different life stages, e.g. transfer diets for Atlantic salmon smolts recently transferred to saltwater.

      • Feeding adaptation to fit different ambient conditions, e.g. stop feeding during algae blooms or use functional feeds when facing specific health issues.

      • Should include considerations to guarantee the good working order of mechanical equipment used to deliver feed, e.g. scheduled maintenance checks of automatic feeders

      • The UoC should document the rationale for changes in the feeding plan to better inform management decisions.

Evidence of Implementation

  • Records:

    • Purchase.

    • Transportation.

    • Delivery.

    • Stocking.

    • Maintenance which affected feeding.

    • Any environmental or health issues which affected feeding.

    • Feeding periods (time and frequency).

    • Feeding rations.

    • Employees should demonstrate adequate knowledge of the feeding plan.

Auditors Should Confirm

  • Feeding plan includes the minimum required parameters and is implemented:

    • Implementation can be confirmed by cross-checking the plan with records, information from employee interviews and observations.

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