Gilthead seabream, or dorade, is farmed in open cagesCages:
A cultivation technique with open cages in the sea, lake or river. They are anchored to the bottom and are standing in places sheltered for storm and high waves. Most salmon is grown in this type of culture system. Because the cages are in open connection with the surrounding water, the impact on the environment is high. at sea. This species requires a large amount of feed to grow. However, the feed has not yet been sustainably produced.
Farming in cages at sea can cause harm to the surrounding ecosystem. The ecosystem is both affected by the concentrated waste stream originating from the cages and escapees. If these escapees mix with fish from wild populations, reproductive successes may decrease. This species is also susceptible for disease, which could then spread considerably fast.
The overall managementManagement:
The regulations surrounding fisheries and aquaculture that ensure that production is carried out within legal frameworks and that sustainability can be assured. is seen as partially effective.
Fish in season
This is an assessment on farmed fish. Therefore season is not relevant.