Aquaculture is the cultivation of aquatic organisms. Unlike fishing, aquaculture, also known as aquafarming, implies the cultivation of aquatic populations under controlled conditions. Mariculture refers to aquaculture practiced in marine environments. Particular kinds of aquaculture include algaculture (the production of kelp/seaweed and other algae); fish farming; shrimp farming, shellfish farming, and the growing of cultured pearls.

All salmon, whether wild or farm-raised, is an excellent source of protein and B-vitamins. It's the omega-3 fatty acids, though, that make it an excellent addition to any diet. Omega-3s are essential fatty acids, a substance our bodies cannot manufacture and must get from food. Researchers are constantly finding new health-giving properties ...

Fish lovers who enjoy the fine taste of wild ocean-run salmon can always taste the difference when confronted with the farm-raised variety. The term "ocean raised' is the new labeling camouflage for the inferior, less healthy farm-raised salmon. Don't fall for it.Quick snapshot of the differences due to different living enviro

Interesting regarding the MAJOR health and even environmental differences between eating wild salmon and farmed salmon...I will never buy farm-raised salmon again!