salmon farms

Farming salmon to save wild fish in B.C.

"We're preserving wild stocks by serving fresh, farm raised salmon grown right here in B.C." - Walter Schoenfelder, sport-fishing guide…

6 years ago

‘Island Good’ set to become ‘island better’

“There is lots of heart and soul in what goes into growing food on Vancouver Island… you grew up here…so…

6 years ago

“I think this would be a shame for British Columbia”

Minister warns that B.C.’s polarized salmon farming debate threatens a viable and sustainable food source for the world By Fabian…

6 years ago

A plea from Ucluelet to save their community

“Please Sirs, for the love of this community, the salmon and the whales, help me find a solution that benefits…

6 years ago

Scientists go fishing for salmon answers

B.C. salmon farmers among the first to step up and sponsor a $1.2-million Gulf of Alaska science expedition. By Fabian…

6 years ago

Ocean to Table video series demystifies farmed seafood

Ocean to Table: stories of farming, food, and conservation BY: Aquarium Of the Pacific The nonprofit Aquarium of the Pacific’s…

6 years ago

Sea change coming for aquaculture in Canada

Federal and B.C. governments outline road map for the future of the aquaculture industry as International Year of the Salmon…

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Shelter Point Sunshine-Glazed Salmon

Sunshine and sea air are the unofficial ingredients of both the fresh farm raised salmon, and the Shelter Point Sunshine…

6 years ago

Salmon sleuths on the hunt for “likely suspects”

The International Year of the Salmon aims to bring people together to share and develop knowledge more effectively, raise awareness…

6 years ago

“I know that what we do is the right thing.”

A love for real science and real experiences underlines Kenny Leslie’s advocacy for salmon farming Kenny Leslie thrives on real…

6 years ago

Chef Cori Wheeler is a woman in aquaculture

Cory Wheeler and her partner Pierre Conroy are Red Seal chefs, and Marine Harvest staff members. They both manage the…

6 years ago

Dr. John Nightingale gets Humane Hero Award

Vancouver Aquarium is perhaps the "greenest" cultural public institution in Canada, thanks to Dr. John Nightingale By SeaWestNews Renowned animal…

6 years ago

Top fish health expert to helm Marine Harvest Canada West

“I am excited to share my experience and build a sustainable future together for our local communities” - Dr. Diane…

6 years ago

 Salmon Farming Industry in BC: farmed and prosperous

10 facts you need to know about British Columbia’s salmon farming industry A Small Footprint B.C. salmon farms contribute over…

6 years ago

  Noted and Quoted at Seafood West 2018

Aquaculture summit, Seafood West 2018, in the ‘Salmon Capital of the World’ was all about working together to protect wild…

6 years ago

BCSFA and Brown’s Bay Packing Company

The BC Salmon Farmers Association (BCSFA )is dedicated to driving communication and cooperation within the salmon farming sector, and is the…

6 years ago

Federal Aquaculture Act – Aquaculture’s net gains unite rivals in US

New joint Democrat-Republican bill to support American coastal communities reflects calls for a Federal Aquaculture Act in Canada When it…

6 years ago

A time to cull seals and sea lies

If this is a time to cull seals to protect our whales, it is also a time to cull the…

6 years ago

 How much fish do we eat? By the numbers

The Joint Research Centre of the European Commission says global seafood consumption has more than doubled in the past 50…

6 years ago

What ails our killer whales

The survival of more than half the world's Orcas are threatened by PCBs, industrial chemicals, overfishing and man-made noise says…

6 years ago

First Nations communities benefit from aquaculture

New government report pushes for a Federal Aquaculture Act while calling for increased funding for Indigenous fish farming initiatives. First Nations…

6 years ago

Canada launches PRV science review

PRV Assessment will support decision making on sustainable aquaculture and aquatic animal health in Canada The Department of Fisheries and…

6 years ago

Campbell River – Chefs and scientists gather for aquaculture summit

Campbell River - The Salmon Capital of the World - will host Seafood West to celebrate and discuss the latest…

6 years ago

Marine aquaculture -America forges ahead

"‘We will help aquaculture grow faster by reducing regulatory burden and driving research’ - U.S. Department of Commerce . " America…

6 years ago

ASC-certified salmon farmers get U.N. nod for responsible aquaculture

Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certification gets UN backing for clarity, credibility and choice in seafood. BC Salmon farms which have the…

6 years ago

Salmon Farms : A River Snorkeler’s Observations

My Name is Chris Walling, and I am a supporter of British Columbia's salmon farms and farmers. I have a…

6 years ago

Marine Harvest Canada reaches out to Tri-Cities area

Marine Harvest Canada Marine Harvest Canada helps support over 140 community organizations in B.C. every year. Image:(L to R) Jeremy…

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Ocean farming to have climate change impact – Plan Now

"If you were a land farmer, would you want to buy property that will be plagued by drought in 15…

6 years ago

UBCM gives Victoria’s ‘non-pressing’ issue a priority

Anti-open net fish farming resolution by Victoria is not a “pressing issue for us” says councillor who drafted the motion. Open…

6 years ago

B.C. Salmon, a major part of our aquaculture industry.

B.C. Salmon is one of the planet’s most nutritious food, known as a super food, this popular fish is packed…

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