What is the government prepared to do if levels of sea lice indicate they are posing harm to wild stocks?
DFO is conducting multi-year research on sea lice. To date, the research has found no evidence that sea lice from salmon farms have caused wild salmon stocks to decline. If it does, we will act quickly to protect wild salmon stocks. DFO works closely with the Province of British Columbia to ensure the salmon farming industry is managed in a responsible way, minimizing impacts on the environment and other marine life. Sea lice levels can be properly controlled on the farm.
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