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Timeline of proposed aquaculture expansion deemed too fast

Monday is the deadline for public comment on a proposed, $75 million salmon hatchery in Marystown, one that has divided opinions in the community and far beyond. Norwegian company Grieg Seafarms is planning a major expansion of Newfoundland and Labrador’s aquaculture industry with a state-of-the-art facility, the largest in Canada, and sea cages in Placentia Bay and Long Harbour. But many don’t see the expansion as a positive move and they want the province to slow down. Read the rest here 12:35