Ocean Fish Farming Can Hurt Consumers and the Environment

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council and the National Marine Fisheries Service are federal bodies that make decisions about fishing in U.S. waters. Right now they are finishing a plan to allow the growing of fish in huge floating cages out in our Gulf waters. This is called “ocean fish farming,” “open ocean aquaculture,” or “offshore aquaculture.” Whatever the name, it could cause serious problems for both consumers and the environment. 

Read the fact sheet to learn more.