Atlantic halibut

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Location

Scotland

Production method

Tanks, flow through

Rating summary

Atlantic halibut is farmed in small quantities in the UK. Unlike salmon and cod, halibut can be farmed in flow through tanks where there is a very low environmental impact. Halibut do depend on fish to form part of their diet and while the feed used in the UK is thought to be responsibly sourced and based on bycatch and trimmings, this has not been verified. Practices are in place to ensure high levels of animal welfare, including humane slaughter. There are regulations and management in place, but no 3rd party certification.Rating last updated June 2022.