Eating fish: good for us, not always good for our planet
By: Ben Cooper | 9 July 2009
In recent weeks, a number of companies have increased their commitment to sustainably-sourced fish. However, at the same time fish supplies are under increasing pressure as consumers are urged to eat more fish for health reasons. Ben Cooper reports on how a desirable public health objective has come into conflict with a sustainability goal.
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In recent weeks, a number of companies have increased their commitment to sustainably-sourced fish. However, at the same time fish supplies are under increasing pressure as consumers are urged to eat more fish for health reasons. Ben Cooper reports on how a desirable public health objective has come into conflict with a sustainability goal.
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