Fishmonger says farmed salmon unfit for human consumption, removed from trade association board

P. Clausen's Fish Shop in Aarhus is Denmark's oldest fishmongers. Fifth generation owner Jacob Clausen has been removed from the board of the Danish Fishmongers Association following his announcement that he would no longer sell farmed salmon. He described farmed salmon as unfit for human consumption.

"The entire farming process is problematic," Clausen said. "It's about animal welfare, environmental consequences, overfishing of feedstocks, and quality. I don't believe humans should consume the industrially produced feed used today."

Clausen was not surprised at his removal, and said that he was standing by his belief that the long-term sustainability of fishing practices is more important than immediate business concerns.

"For me, the business is secondary. It's about making a lasting impact," Clausen said.

• Read the full report in SalmonBusiness, 14 January 2025