SPAIN/FRANCE: Auchan to stop endangered shark sales
Spanish hypermarket chain Alcampo has stopped selling endangered sharks as part of the efforts of Groupe Auchan, its French parent, to promote sustainable fishing.
Spanish hypermarket chain Alcampo has stopped selling endangered sharks as part of the efforts of Groupe Auchan, its French parent, to promote sustainable fishing.
Alcampo said Auchan will also discontinue endangered shark sales in 12 countries where it operates supermarkets.
The chains have been expanding sustainable fishing practices for some time. Last year, they stopped selling red tuna as well as other fish in threat of extinction.
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