Washington State’s ban on marine fish farming is a blatant case of politicians ignoring science to get votes from activists — a troubling trend mirrored in British Columbia
Washington State recently upheld a controversial ban on commercial net pens, despite a unanimous state Supreme Court ruling that debunked claims of environmental harm from fish farms and bipartisan support in Congress for expanding sustainable aquaculture. The decision, driven by outgoing Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz, appears politically motivated, ignoring scientific evidence and expert testimony about the low risks and potential benefits of marine aquaculture. Critics argue this panders to anti-fish farming activists and threatens local food security and economic sustainability. The ban mirrors similar moves in British Columbia, which opponents claim are also politically driven and costly to taxpayers.
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