Huon Aquaculture says it is evaluating wildlife safety upgrades
1 Sep 21 · 2d ago · 1 article · 3 posts · 2 sources · development 1 of 1
In response to questions about its phaseout policy and high explosive use at Storm Bay leases, Huon did not answer directly but said it was evaluating initiatives to improve wildlife safety, including infrastructure upgrades and new deterrent technologies.
“This includes upgrades to existing infrastructure, adoption of new technologies to deter wildlife, and engagement with specialist consultants to assess and reduce interaction risks.”
Huon Aquaculture spokespersonHuon Aquaculture Salmon producer (JBS-owned)Tassal Salmon producerPetuna Salmon producerDepartment of Natural Resources and Environment (NRE Tas) Government regulator
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Reported in the same hours no headline names this development itself — these 2 claims were published in its stretch
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2 outlets More than 150,000 underwater explosives used to deter seals at Tasmanian salmon farms since 2016
first by The Guardian, 2d ago · also Guardian
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first by Yale E360, 1d ago
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Since the start of 2016, the three salmon companies operating in Tasmanian marine areas – Huon Aquaculture, Tassal and Petuna – have deployed 150,488 underwater explosives to deter seals https://www. theguardian.com/australia-news /2026/sep/22/underwater-explosives-used-to-deter-seals-at-tasmanian-salmon-farms-since-2016?utm_medium=d_social
All 1 developments of Tasmania salmon farms deployed 150,000+ underwater… →
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