Fish farming and beyond: Moral reckoning required.

Area of Science:

• Animal Aquaculture
• Ethics in Science
• Economic Policy

Background:

• Failures in animal aquaculture are frequently linked to inadequate care and ethical considerations.
• Current approaches often prioritize economic factors over animal welfare.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify the root causes of problems in animal aquaculture.
• To propose a framework for addressing these issues through ethical and policy reform.

Main Methods:

• This study is a conceptual analysis and ethical review.
• It examines existing literature on animal aquaculture practices and ethical frameworks.

Main Results:

• Problems in animal aquaculture are fundamentally ethical and care-related, not solely economic.
• Solutions necessitate a moral reckoning that redefines economic valuations and policies.

Conclusions:

• Sustainable and ethical animal aquaculture demands a shift from 'balanced' goals to moral accountability.
• Overhauling economic valuations and policies is crucial for improving animal welfare in aquaculture.