Tasmania’s Salmon Farms Face Dual Scrutiny Over Fish Deaths and Endangered Skate
'I do believe that we can have a sustainable industry and strong environmental protection,' said Labor Senator Tim Ayres.
TL;DR
- Salmon farming in Tasmania's Macquarie Harbour is under scrutiny in the Senate.
- Allegations of cruelty to farmed salmon have surfaced.
- Concerns persist about the risk to the endangered native Maugean skate.
- Salmon farming is a significant employer on Tasmania's West Coast.
- Production in Macquarie Harbour has increased in recent years.