In Episode 2 of Catch Welfare - The Podcast, hosts Oliver McBride and Michelle Boonstra dive deep into the welfare of pelagic fish, particularly mackerel and herring, alongside leading experts. Joining them are Lina de Nijs, Fisheries Researcher at the Pelagic Freezer Trawler Association (PFA), Claus Reedtz Sparrevohn, Chief Scientific Advisor for the Danish Pelagic Producers Organization, and Mike Breen from the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research. The episode explores recent research on fish welfare, examining how stress during capture impacts fish vitality and quality. From monitoring oxygen levels in nets to assessing fish stress responses, the discussion reveals key insights into improving welfare standards for pelagic species.

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