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Critical need for mackerel sharing arrangement, EU mackerel still a responsible choice. At the start of the next round of Coastal States consultations on mackerel, the EU fishing industry urges […]
Global Seafood Coalition describes mackerel update as shocking – but not surprising. The North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy Group (NAPA) has expressed deep concern after newly released scientific research shows that […]
Dire mackerel stock warning – Princes commits to MSC-Certified Chilean mackerel. Princes Group strengthens its responsible sourcing commitments with MSC-Certified Chilean mackerel sourcing initiative. Princes Group will now source MSC-certified Chilean […]
UK mackerel supplies under threat as new scientific advice recommends 70% cut to catch in Northeast Atlantic: MSC reactive comment. Erin Priddle, Director of Northern Europe at the Marine Stewardship […]
Scottish mackerel fishermen slam catch advice for 2026. Scotland’s pelagic fishermen have reacted angrily and with incredulity to catch advice for mackerel published by the International Council for the Exploration […]
Mackerel quota cut would have devastating impact on processing sector. The advice published by the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) recommending a 70% cut in the […]
Mackerel prices surge 20% in Korea amid stock depletion. The price of Norwegian frozen mackerel in the Korean market surged sharply in week 34 of 2025. For 20kg cartons of […]
Braised mackerel. Simple and quick yet delicious braised mackerel with radish and potatoes – all cooked in one pot! Recipe courtesy Seafood from Norway Prep and cooking time: 20-30 minutes Serves: […]
Frozen mackerel imports Up 54% by July… Norwegian products account for 80%. From January to July 2025, South Korea’s imports of frozen mackerel increased by 54% compared to the same […]
Well over halfway through the mackerel ecosystem expedition in the Norwegian Sea. So far the Institute of Marine Research have completed 62 stations in the Norwegian Sea with ‘Eros’ and […]
South Korea’s frozen mackerel imports soar 51% in H1 2025 compared to last year. According to statistics, the cumulative frozen mackerel import volume from January to June this year totalled […]
Natural mortality higher than expected for mackerel – small changes for nvg herring. Researchers have revised the methods for calculating the populations. Author: Øystein Rygg Haanæs., Norwegian Institute of Marine […]
New ‘Mackerel Industry Briefing Document’ from SPSG. The Scottish Pelagic Sustainability Group (SPSG) has produced a new ‘Mackerel Briefing Document’ for stakeholders outlining the current facts behind the ongoing failure to […]
Korean Government decides to apply 0% tariff-rate quota to Norwegian mackerel to stabilise prices.10,000-ton quota, temporary application until year-end… expectation of easing burden on household food expenses. The Korean government […]
South Korean frozen mackerel market surges in May 2025: Imports up 47%, value soars 75% amidst price stabilisation. Norway dominates supply as mackerel becomes second most imported seafood species. South […]
NAPA urges Coastal States to do the ‘Mackerel Maths’ with unique campaign. The North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy Group (NAPA), has today launched a short film as a new call-to-action as part of […]
Global seafood coalition renews urgent calls for mackerel management agreements after new seafood after new seafood sourcing advice is published. The North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy Group (NAPA) has renewed its urgent […]
EU fishing industry denounces NGO advice to stop buying mackerel fished by EU fleet. The EU fishing industry laments and criticizes this week’s ill-informed decision by several fish consumption guides in […]
Scottish fishermen criticise downgrade in mackerel rating. The Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association (SPFA) has criticised the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) for downgrading its rating for north-east Atlantic Mackerel in its […]
Latest Good Fish Guide ratings show mackerel in decline. The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) have updated their Good Fish Guide in line with the latest scientific advice and mackerel ratings have […]
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