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Environmental fears over proposed barramundi farm

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Managed fish farms are often touted as a sustainable solution to the problem of overfishing. However, a proposed sea cage barramundi farm near Darwin has drawn criticism from environmentalists as well as local fisherman. These groups are concerned about the farm's environmental impact, citing damage caused by similar projects in the past. Watch this clip to find out more about the complexities of this issue.

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9; 10

Topics Primary industry Environmental management Aquaculture Human impact Fishing

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