THIS IS SALMON FARMING with SAM TOMKINSON
“I think our young professional’s group is starting to become a great success story.“ Aquaculture is responsible for thousands of high-paid, skilled, and rewarding jobs…
THIS IS SALMON FARMING with KIRSTYN HALLBERG
The passion I see in these people is nothing I have experienced before. Salmon farmers are people who live in nature, they love nature, and…
THIS IS SALMON FARMING with MICHELLE FRANZE
“I think the fact that two-thirds of the sector being under 35 speaks volumes that salmon farming companies take their environmental stewardship seriously” Aquaculture is…
THIS IS SALMON FARMING with BENJAMIN DEL CURTO
Behind the scenes in aquaculture, there is a significant amount of unseen work carried out by multiple experts from diverse fields, collaborating in remote areas,…
THIS IS SALMON FARMING with EMILY WARREN
“A big misconception I hear is that the people working in the fish farming industry don’t care about the ocean or the environment in general,…
THIS IS SALMON FARMING with MOHAMMED SHOAIB AHMED
“I’m really proud of our salmon farming practices because they have the lowest carbon footprint among all protein production methods, with emissions reduced by an…
THIS IS SALMON FARMING with JORDAN FRIZZLEY
“I remain somewhat baffled by how much hate the poor little sea louse has been able to garner. People seem to view them as some…
THIS IS SALMON FARMING with DR. TERRA MACDONALD
“I will strive to promote animal health and welfare, relieve animal suffering, protect the health of the public and environment.” Aquaculture is responsible for thousands…
Anti-salmon farming activists pit First Nation against First Nation
Many First Nations, who supposedly have lent their support to an anti-fish farming lobby group, are themselves involved in projects that pose a myriad of…
New probe involves old claims by anti-salmon farming activists
Investigation pushed for by marine aquaculture opponents seen as a ploy to delay salmon farm licence renewals in British Columbia By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews An investigation…
Why Ottawa needs to renew salmon farming licences in BC
The responsible path towards building a strong Blue Economy, must include a vibrant BC salmon farming sector, say Canada’s land and sea farmers in an…
Mega science review showcases the realities of salmon farming in BC
“We are going to take back what is being taken from us,” say First Nations as a scientific review showcases the realities of salmon farming…
Leonardo DiCaprio needs an education about salmon farming
BC’s salmon farmers and First Nations invite Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio to tour their operations after he repeats false information about salmon aquaculture. By Fabian…
Then and now in BC’s salmon farming industry
Putting the evolution of BC’s salmon farming techniques in perspective so it makes sustainable sense on our dinner tables. CommentaryBy Samantha Bacchus McLeod There are…
Factually incorrect anti-salmon farming ads removed, again
The continued spread of misinformation by anti-salmon farming groups emphasizes the need for responsible advocacy based on facts and science. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Anti-salmon farming…
Energy risks grow for land-based salmon farming in British Columbia
“The big question is how are we going to increase power production and who is going to pay for it,” – Barry Penner, Chair of…
BC reiterates support for salmon farming First Nations
“First Nations which have oversight over aquaculture in their territories should have a direct role in determining the future of salmon farming in BC –…
Canada failing First Nations salmon farming communities in BC
“We are the stewards of our territories. We are salmon farmers. We have always managed these fish in our traditional territories, and we will continue…
First Nations call for nine-year renewal of salmon farming licences
“If Canada is going to walk the talk on true reconciliation, I think every Canadian would agree that the future of modern salmon farming in…
Why anti-salmon farming activists fear Canada’s new Fisheries Minister
“These activists are getting desperate…They want a minister, like the previous two, who will listen to their unfounded claims and ignore the peer-reviewed science about…
Courts rein in anti-salmon farming activist, US politician
Courts act against an “irrational” anti-aquaculture activist in Scotland and a Washington State public official, who is trying to shut down salmon farms for political…
Patagonia’s hypocrisy displayed in new anti-salmon farming book
“Patagonia’s campaigns against salmon farming, books and films are all about creating traction for its expensive and exclusive products…its hypocrisy.” By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Patagonia, the…
Controversial salmon farming decision heads back to court
First Nations and salmon farmers seek judicial review of minister’s aquaculture decision that prevents them from raising fish in the Discovery Islands of British Columbia….
Minister can’t be “trusted” say salmon farming First Nations
First Nations’ leaders call for ouster of Fisheries Minister Joyce Murray following her controversial, unscientific and damaging decision to shut down salmon farms in BC…
Land-based salmon farming is risky business in BC : study
New government study shows BC will need billions of dollars and about 10 years to replace open-net salmon farms with land-based aquaculture operations By…
First Nations must lead salmon farming in BC
“Working together with First Nations who are interested in aquaculture is essential to our future on the west coast,” said Diane Morrison, BC Salmon Farmers…
Fishy salmon farming ban by Franz under fire
Activists in the Pacific Northwest keep pumping out falsehoods and junk science to vilify salmon aquaculture as demand for farmed seafood grows around the world…
Anti-salmon farming activists destroy a tribal legacy
“These activists, they don’t build anything…they just want to destroy what we have built around our sustainable aquaculture and salmon farming operations for their political…
Grieg Seafood BC looks for new salmon farming sites
Grieg Seafood BC seeks to develop new sites better suited for salmon farming as it works with First Nations to chart the future of aquaculture…
First Nations school minister about salmon farming in BC
Federal Fisheries Minister Joyce Murray gets first-hand knowledge about salmon farming operations from BC First Nations, as activists ratchet up their fake propaganda campaigns. By…