‘Those who eat Chilean salmon cannot imagine how much human blood it carries with it’

The GuardianTuesday, December 2, 2025 at 3:00:36 PM
‘Those who eat Chilean salmon cannot imagine how much human blood it carries with it’
  • Chile is the world's second-largest producer of salmon and the largest supplier to the US, yet its salmon farms face serious allegations regarding dangerous labor conditions, antibiotic overuse, and ecological damage. Julia Cárcamo López, a resident of Maullín, recounts the tragic accident of her husband at sea, which she attributes to negligence in the industry.
  • The situation highlights the human cost behind the salmon industry, where workers often endure perilous conditions, raising ethical concerns for consumers who may be unaware of these realities.
  • This issue is compounded by broader regional tensions, as seen in Peru's recent decision to declare a state of emergency to curb undocumented crossings into Chile, reflecting the complex socio-economic dynamics in the region and the pressures faced by individuals in the fishing industry.
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