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"Animal welfare of farmed fish”, study requested by the European Parliament’s Committee on Fisheries

Description

This study investigates the welfare of the main fish species reared in the European Union, and highlights current knowledge on fish welfare, knowledge gaps, fish needs and husbandry methods of concern for fish welfare. The study focuses on production systems and production phases in a species-specific way. Research includes a literature review, an evaluation of the regulatory framework, a stakeholders’ consultation, case studies and a SWOT analysis. Conclusions and policy recommendations relevant to EU decision-making are provided.

Details

Original Author(s)
Corporate author(s): Policy Department for Structural and Cohesion Policies, European Parliament
Personal author(s): Pavlidis, M.
Personal author(s): Papaharisis, L.
Personal author(s): Adamek, M.
Personal author(s): Steinhagen, D.
Personal author(s): Jung-Schroers, V.
Personal author(s): Kristiansen, T.
Personal author(s): Theodoridi, A.
Personal author(s): Otero Lourido, F.
Topic(s)
Animal Health and Public Health, Animal Welfare, Knowledge and Innovation, Regulatory and Administrative Framework
Geographical Coverage
European
Date
June 21, 2023
Source