Dr. Daniel Pauly highlights aquaculture's varied impact. Low-trophic species like bivalves (mussels, oysters) and seaweed offer sustainable options. But industrial salmon and other marine predator

Dr. Daniel Pauly highlights aquaculture's varied impact. Low-trophic species like bivalves (mussels, oysters) and seaweed offer sustainable options. But industrial salmon and other marine predator farming depend on wild fish feed. China's two-thirds share of global fish farming, especially carnivorous species, magnifies environmental impact.

To support sustainable seafood and ocean health, demand low-trophic aquaculture, stronger regulation of open-net pens, and true industry transparency.

Nineteen-year-old artist Austin Picinich founded Save Our Salmon through Art (SOS) in 2021. This nonprofit uses public art to educate and empower communities to protect local salmon-spawning

Nineteen-year-old artist Austin Picinich founded Save Our Salmon through Art (SOS) in 2021. This nonprofit uses public art to educate and empower communities to protect local salmon-spawning streams, many of which are blocked by urban culverts. Picinich was inspired after only three salmon returned to spawn in Juanita Creek near his home.

SOS hosts interactive mural painting events. Picinich designs salmon-themed murals, which volunteers and attendees complete during "SOS Community Days." These events have engaged nearly 750 painters and over 3,000 attendees, raising more than $28,000 for stream restoration and reaching almost a million people through awareness efforts.

Mark Kurlansky, author of "MILK! A 10,000-Year Food Fracas," recently discussed salmon, the subject of his upcoming book.

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