Flanagan Joins National Calls to Probe Supermarket Salmon Dealings

Tasmanian author Richard Flanagan has joined calls for a formal investigation into alleged coordination between major supermarkets over highly controversial salmon sourcing from Macquarie Harbour. Flanagan's involvement brings more national attention to concerns that supermarket conduct may be undermining both market and environmental responsibility.

Today's AFR article links the alleged collusion with the ecological impacts of salmon farming, particularly in areas like Macquarie Harbour, where the endangered Maugean skate faces severe decline linked to aquaculture impacts. Broader critiques, echoed by Flanagan's long-term advocacy, argue that the supermarket's continued sourcing from Macquarie Harbour contributes to ongoing environmental degradation and regulatory inaction.

Through campaigns led by the Sustainable Investment Exchange (SIX), NOFF and allies have not only raised awareness of the skate's plight but have also directly pressured supermarkets through targeted actions.

Flanagan joins other voices calling for investigation into accountability mechanisms around corporate conduct and environmental responsibility.

Read the Article at the Australian Financial Review.