Tag: "Aquaculture"

Boats pulled to higher ground in anticipation of the tsunami. Photo by Diego Grez.

Japanese Seafood Industry Still Suffering Effects of Tsunami

The earthquake and corresponding tsunami in Japan on March 11 have severely damaged the Japanese seafood industry, in addition to the already devastating human toll. Previously, Japan was considered to have one of the most vibrant seafood markets in the world.  The recent disaster has damaged all parts of the industry, from processing to importing. [...]

Steelhead Trout

The Fish Hatchery Solution Leads to More Problems than Solutions

When released into the wild, fish born in hatcheries have a negative impact on the reproductive fitness of wild populations.