Salmon company Huon Aquaculture used underwater explosives more than 8,000 times to deter seals

The government says the seal deterrents are used to maintain the health and safety of marine farm workers, as well as the seals. (Supplied : Huon Aquaculture)

Huon Aquaculture was responsible for using underwater explosives 8,000 times to stop seals from interacting with its fish farming operations in a 14-month period, according to new information released by the Tasmanian Government.