Meagre

Argyrosomus regius

?: Under review How we work out the ratings

What to check for

Location

All areas

Production method

Open net pen, marine

Rating summary

Meagre feed is traceable and requirements are in place for responsible ingredient sourcing, however, it is a net consumer of protein. Farming in marine net pens can have a negative environmental impact such as the use of chemicals, and there is a lack of data available of escapes. However, there is no use of freshwater supplies and habitat alteration is small scale. There also not thought to be a widespread issue of parasites or pathogens. There are practices in place for animal welfare and there is adequate management and regulations in place.Rating last updated April 2023.

Technical consultation summary

Meagre feed is traceable and requirements are in place for responsible ingredient sourcing, however, it is a net consumer of protein. Farming in marine net pens can have a negative environmental impact such as the use of chemicals, and there is a lack of data available of escapes. However, there is no use of freshwater supplies and habitat alteration is small scale. There also not thought to be a widespread issue of parasites or pathogens. There are practices in place for animal welfare and there is adequate management and regulations in place.

References

Sustainable swaps

Back to species
Meagre
How do we work out our ratings?

Learn more about how we calculate our sustainability ratings.

How our ratings work