Innovation in seafood and aquatic foods is advancing faster than ever. New analysis shows that global patent applications in this field have surged from just 80 in 2011 to over 4,000 in 2024, with China leading by a wide margin. In contrast, Norwegian patent activity has plateaued since 2022, underscoring the need for a stronger focus on intellectual property.

Alexander Johann Bjørnå elaborates on the subject in this article.