Salmon Farming in British Columbia: Industry Evolution and Government Response
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Disclaimer This document is a synthesis of the events as compiled by me from a wide variety of sources, both written and oral. Being a freelance contributor to several industry publications, this document was intended for public education purposes only. This document was compiled in the spring of 1996 in advance of the public meetings of the Salmon Aquaculture Review, conducted by the Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia, Canada. Any errors or omissions are mine.
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