The effects of daily ration on growth and smoltification in 0+ and 1+ Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) parr

It is concluded that under accelerated production regimes, feed restriction may result in underyearling Atlantic salmon smolts developing a poor hypo-osmoregulatory ability. Variations in ration significantly influence growth, although it is believed that growth is dependant on the maintenance of a specific lipid level in the body.