The Conservation Council is raising the alarm bells over federal approval being given for use of the pesticide "Alpha Max" to kill sea lice at salmon farms in the province.
Matt Abbott of the Conservation Council tells CHSJ News Environment Canada had been concerned about its use and what sort of effect it will have on the marine life in the Bay of Fundy. Abbott complains about having difficulty in getting information about the pesticide prior to its approval.
He also claims the sea lice infestation is a sign of the unsustainability of aqualculture. Abbott charges the pesticides being used in aquaculture are posing a threat to the multi-million dollar traditional fishing economy of coastal communities.
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