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One-third of wild Irish Atlantic salmon carry farmed fish genetics

A new report confirms that over one-third of wild Atlantic salmon populations in Ireland now carry genetic material from escaped farmed fish, raising urgent concerns over the long-term survival of the iconic species.

Uncovering the Hard Truths About Salmon Farming

When Alessandro Bocconcelli first traveled to the Los Lagos region in southern Chile in 2014, he was captivated by its immense beauty. Located adjacent to the Pacific Ocean in the Chilean Patagonia, the region includes a large internal sea surrounded by enormous swaths of untouched wilderness. It is home to an abundance of marine life, including the blue whale.
But it has also been the subject of controversy due to the influx of salmon farming in the area.

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