LOCH EWE FILM

The recovery of Loch Ewe seabed A three-year post-closure environmental study has been conducted around Mowi’s former Isle of Ewe fish farm on the north west coast of Scotland. Through the operational life of fish farms, environmental effects are limited and managed by a robust regulatory framework underpinned by environmental standards that ensure the protection of the seabed and biodiversity. There is limited information available however on how the seabed responds following the cessation of fish farming operations. The aim of the study, which was conducted alongside delivery partners Benthic Solutions and Applied Genomics, and supported by Salmon Scotland, was to assess the environmental condition and trajectory of seabed recovery following the closure of the Loch Ewe fish farm. Connie Fairburn : “A healthy environment is imperative to ensure the optimal growing conditions for salmon. “There are many misconceptions about the environmental impact of the aquaculture industry. However, this project provides solid evidence that seabeds can recover upon cessation of fish farming operations.” To learn more about the Loch Ewe environmental study, please watch the video.