Salmon farming has Tasmanians divided. Here's why | ABC NEWS
Salmon farming has become a divisive issue in Tasmania. Opponents have taken aim at the industry’s impact on local waterways, and animal welfare practices, with a bacterial outbreak killing millions of fish this year. The Labor government passed laws in Federal parliament that effectively protects parts of the industry just before the election was called. Industry group Salmon Tasmania dismissed weekend rally, calling it a pre-election ploy by environmentalists to gain votes.
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