Fish farms and public opinion

Sir, – I note with astonishment that An Taisce's policy director (September 23rd) seems unaware of the difference between the fats found in a pizza and the healthy omega-3 and omega-6 fats found in oily fish such as farmed salmon. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland clearly recommends that people eat at least one portion of such fish per week. – Yours, etc,

DONAL MAGUIRE,

Director of Aquaculture

Services,

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Bord Iascaigh Mhara,

Crofton Road,

Dún Laoghaire,

Co Dublin.