MPI consultation process re Marlborough salmon farms

The Minister for Primary Industries has today commenced a consultation process on the proposal to relocate up to six salmon farms in the Marlborough Sounds. All six farms under consultation are owned and operated by New Zealand King Salmon. New Zealand King Salmon is supportive of the independent process and pleased it is now underway. Full details on the consultation process can be found at http://www.mpi.govt.nz/news-and-resources/consultations/marlborough-salmon-re location/ Please refer to the following link for the media release from the Minister for Primary Industries: https://beehive.govt.nz/release/proposal-relocate-marlborough-sounds-salmonfa rms End CA:00296025 For:NZK Type:GENERAL Time:2017-01-26 15:39:40