Arctic char
Salvelinus alpinus
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Location
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Production method
Tanks, flow through
Rating summary
Land based farmed Arctic char is a good choice to make when looking for an oily fish. The use of land based production systems addresses many issues of environmental concern that can be associated with farmed fish production such as organic and chemical waste deposition, escapes and habitat impacts. Arctic char has a lower requirement for fish in its diet compared to other salmonid species and in UK production, and responsibly sourced feed is used. This assessment also scores well for welfare and management but would benefit from 3rd party certification.Rating last updated May 2022.
References
Aller Aqua. Quality assurance. Available at https://www.aller-aqua.com/sustainability/commitment/quality [Accessed on 18.02.2022].Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership. High Potential Opportunity Sustainable Aquaculture: Developing and deploying technologies in Dorset. Available at https://www.dorsetlep.co.uk/userfiles/files/IID/Brochures/HPO%20Aquaculture%20Proposition%20FINAL%20Dec%202020.pdf [Accessed on 18.02.2022].FAO. Aquaculture Feed and Fertiliser Resources Information System. Rainbow Trout Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Available at https://www.fao.org/fishery/affris/species-profiles/rainbow-trout/faqs/en/ [Accessed on 01/03/2022].GLOBALG.A.P. 2019. Integrated Farm Assurance – Aquaculture Module. Control Points and Compliance Criteria. Available at https://www.globalgap.org/uk_en/for-producers/globalg.a.p./integrated-farm-assurance-ifa/aquaculture/ [Accessed on 01.03.2022].M&J. Arctic char. Available at https://www.mjseafood.com/the-fish-book/7/arctic-char [Accessed on 18.02.2022].The Wild Trout Trust. Artic charr. Available at https://www.wildtrout.org/content/arctic-charr [Accessed on 01.03.2022].Weyfish Dorset Seafood. Available at https://shop.weyfish.com/arctic-char [Accessed on 18.02.2022].
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