Salmon Farming in Context: Response to Black et al.

摘要

We are pleased that Black et al. (1996) have found our article "The cost of eutrophication from salmon farming: implications for policy (Folke et al., 1994)" interesting enough to write a commentary. We understand that the article may be provocative to the aquaculture sector and for scientists involved in its development. We apologise if our following the instructions to authors for the Journal of Environmental Management in writing also for people outside the academic ivory tower, has amazed Black et al. Even so, the true motivation behind the aggressive tone of Black et al. remains hidden to us. Needless to say we do not agree with their criticisms, for reasons detailed below.