The Courage to Try – The legacy of Clive Barker

The Courage to Try – The legacy of Clive Barker

Every day, crystal-clear water from Te Waikoropupū Springs flows through New Zealand King Salmon’s Tākaka hatchery, supporting the broodstock, eggs and smolt that underpin our farming operations.   The Tākaka hatchery is a very important and special freshwater...
Growing the Next Generation of Aquaculture Talent

Growing the Next Generation of Aquaculture Talent

Developing the next generation of skilled people is one of the biggest investments any industry can make.   While innovation and infrastructure often dominate conversations about aquaculture’s future, people remain at the centre of its long-term success. For...
Celebrating Blue and his 34 years at NZKS

Celebrating Blue and his 34 years at NZKS

After 34 years of dedicated service, one of New Zealand King Salmon’s most familiar and respected faces has hung up his boots. Ian “Blue” Walker at his home in Southbridge Ian Walker, known to everyone as “Blue”, joined the company in November 1991 as employee number...