Salmon linings playbook of a Washington State politician
Ignoring science and dismissing judicial precedents, Hilary Franz plans to demonize salmon and fish farmers in Washington State as she launches her campaign to get re-elected. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews On Friday at her home-base of Bainbridge Island, Hilary Franz, Washington…
Canada needs a strategy for its seafood farmers
U.S. President’s Executive Order mandating sweeping changes to boost seafood farming triggers renewed calls for a Federal Aquaculture Act in Canada. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Canada needs to move quickly and decisively to ensure a sustainable development strategy for its seafood…
COVID-19 seafood campaign unites wild and farmed fisheries
Consumer campaign is aimed at helping Americans stay healthy during the COVID-19 public health crisis and help boost seafood economy By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Wild fish harvesters and aquaculture groups have come together to launch a consumer-facing campaign to help Americans…
As Canada dithers, the world moves on with aquaculture
Canadian politicians have become victims of science-deficit activism, while countries around the world expand their aquaculture operations By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews As Canada dithers about growing salmon in the seas, countries around the world are increasing ocean-based aquaculture production for long-term…