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For more than 35 years, Regal Springs has been redefining what tilapia can represent in the premium seafood market. As one of the world’ s largest vertically integrated tilapia producers, the company operates exclusively in oxygen-rich deep freshwater lakes across Indonesia, Honduras, and Mexico, environments carefully selected to support exceptional fish quality and responsible aquaculture practices.
Since its establishment in 1988, Regal Springs’ mission has been clear: to raise tilapia to the highest standard through full production integrity, sustainable farming practices, and an uncompromising commitment to quality. At the heart of this mission are more than 3500 dedicated employees whose expertise ensures that the company consistently delivers nothing less than the best. Graham Ellis, Chief Executive
Officer at Regal Springs, joins Food Chain to discuss how the business is striking real impact across the global seafood industry with its unique farming philosophy, commitment to sustainability, and – most importantly of all – its passion for providing a truly great product.
“ Our deep-water lake farming model is one of the defining characteristics of Regal Springs and a major differentiator in product quality,” Graham begins.“ Unlike conventional pond farming, our fish are raised in oxygen-rich, deep freshwater lakes with constant water flow and low stocking densities, creating a healthier and more natural growing environment. Deep water allows us to control flavor. Our tilapia are suspended in cages, and they don’ t have any way to access the bed of the lake. This means that there isn’ t any foraging opportunity, and the only diet our tilapia eat
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