A new study from Stamford University in the US has found that half of the fish consumed globally is now raised on farms. Professor Naylor and co-authors also support the reduction in the use of wild-caught fish meal and fish oil in aquaculture feeds.
A forthcoming European Union (EU) regulation to combat illegal fishing will require that China obtain and manage catch certificates for all fish raw materials potentially destined for EU markets. A report by Shelley Clarke for Traffic East Asia explains China'…
Salmon farming has potential negative implicationsfor its surroundings, including wildsalmon. In their sustainability report 2008, Marine Harvest - the worlds leading seafood company - outlines recent efforts to reduce the impact of sea lice from their farms.