Summary:
This report uses cases studies from three of the most widely recognised farmed salmon certification schemes in
Scotland – Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), RSPCA Assured and Soil Association’s Organic standards – to
demonstrate the systemic failures of these schemes to improve the environmental, animal welfare and sustainability performance of the Scottish open-net salmon farms they certify.
Around the world, more than four billion people aren’t getting enough of key vitamins and minerals they need to stay healthy, according to research led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s Chris Golden. One promising solution: better stewardship of sources of nutrient-rich aquatic foods.
The report reviews regulatory frameworks as well as standards such as those set by Codex Alimentarius, FAO guidelines, and GFSI‑benchmarked schemes, advocating for harmonized labelling, mandatory scientific names, and improved traceability. It emphasizes the role of consumer awareness and industry transparency in combating fraud.
This study analyzes the economic impact of salmon farming on Skye and Lochalsh, arguing that current estimates often exaggerate net benefits by focusing on gross effects and omitting critical factors.