Trond Rafoss

Dr. Trond Rafoss is an Associate Professor in the Department of Natural Sciences at the University of Agder, Norway. His work focuses on plant health, pest risk assessment, and sustainable agricultural practices, with particular emphasis on invasive species management and climate change adaptation. He has contributed extensively to Norwegian and European food safety frameworks through the Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment (VKM).

• Key affiliations: Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment (VKM), Bioforsk, NIBIO
• Research spans: Geospatial technology applications in agriculture, aquaculture monitoring, mycotoxin safety, and invasive alien species impact assessment

His recent publications (2024-2022) demonstrate ongoing work in aquaculture-based fisheries enhancement, lumpfish physiology for salmon lice control, and environmental contaminant monitoring through marine species. The work shows strong interdisciplinary focus across environmental science, food safety, and agricultural technology.

Scientific contributions include:

• Quantitative pest risk assessment methodologies
• Development of open geospatial standards for plant health
• Climate change adaptation strategies for agricultural pest management
• Food safety assessments for mycotoxins and contaminants
• Marine ecosystem monitoring through blue mussel biomarker studies