Industry operators and policy
Environment
People + Economies
Closing the Gaps: Reforming Salmon Aquaculture Regulation
Shifts in the regulatory landscape reflect growing scrutiny
Global salmon farming faces varied regulations, with some countries banning sea cages and others implementing stricter policies to address concerns.
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Environment
Public Perception
Feeding Demand, Fueling Decline
4 things to know about salmon aquaculture’s global expansion
Global salmon farming, led by Norway, Chile, Canada and Scotland, expands to meet demand, but environmental and regulatory challenges persist.
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Environment
People + Economies
Public Perception
Spotlight on Iceland
At the crossroads: 2026 legislation will determine the future of salmon farming in Icelandic waters
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Environment
Public Perception
Iceland's New Aquaculture Bill: The Fight Over the Country's Future
Iceland's Parliament has released its long-awaited Aquaculture Bill (S-252 /2025) for public comment until January 26
The Icelandic Ministry of Industries has released its long-awaited Aquaculture Bill (S-252 /2025) for public comment until January 26, setting up a showdown between the ministry's vision of regulated expansion and conservationists demanding an end to sea cage farming.
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