Firum

Firum is a limited Company (formerly Fiskaaling), owned by the Faroese government. Its objective, in accordance with Law of the Løgting No. 73, dated 25 May 2009, is to:
- To research, develop and advice within the farming of water-based animals and plants and within bio-technology.
- To conduct commercial activities within this field of activities and other related activities.

Our vision is: Knowledge for Sustainable Aquaculture.

On this basis, Firum employs provident, quality research that aims to build internationally recognized knowledge for sustainable aquaculture. This work is designed to benefit the aquaculture industry and Faroese economy, too.

The purpose of the research work at Firum is to develop knowledge about aquaculture and other affairs that pertain to aquaculture. A particular emphasis is on producing knowledge that serves to develop sustainable Faroese aquaculture.