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Data collection scheme will help ensure a sustainable future for Scottish pelagic fisheries. The comprehensive way members of the Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association have embraced the industry-science data collection initiative […]
New study finds Scottish pelagic fisheries have low carbon footprint. A new study has found that Scottish caught pelagic fish such as herring and mackerel have a low carbon footprint […]
New UK fisheries minister visits north-east to meet industry representatives. The chief executive of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) has welcomed a visit by new UK fisheries minister Stephen Morgan […]
Good marks of herring as the Scottish fishery begins to gather pace. The Research LK 62 has just completed three trips for MSC certified North Sea herring and encountered good marks […]
Hannah Fennell CEO Designate of Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association. Fish Focus celebrates women in seafood in our latest publication. Hannah Fennell is first female president of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation, the […]
Rural Affairs Secretary Challenges Waitrose on Scottish Mackerel Decision Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon has written to Waitrose following their decision to discontinue selling mackerel. The letter reads: Thank you […]
Scottish pelagic sector disappointed over Waitrose move. Scottish mackerel fishermen and processors under the auspices of the Scottish Pelagic Sustainability Group (SPSG) say they are extremely disappointed that supermarket chain Waitrose […]
MoU agreed for Scottish pelagic data collection programme. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and Data Sharing Agreement has been signed between Scottish Government Ministers acting through the Marine Directorate, the Scottish […]
Annual fisheries negotiations concluded. Annual fisheries negotiations with Coastal States partners have concluded, with agreement on 2026 fishing opportunities worth approximately £540 million to Scotland in 2026. The Total Allowable […]
CEO Designate of Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association appointed. After 16 years’ service as CEO of the Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association (SPFA), Ian Gatt CBE has announced his intention to retire from […]
Innovative pilot project develops traceability tool for Scottish pelagic fish. An innovative pilot project called ‘Catch to Batch’ has successfully developed tools to enhance the traceability of Scottish caught pelagic […]
Scottish industry leaders warn of “very challenging” year ahead as 2026 fishing quotas confirmed. Scotland’s fishing industry is bracing for a difficult year in 2026 as the outcomes of international […]
Europêche calls for fisheries to be fully integrated in EU trade policy. Europêche, the leading representative body for the fishing sector in Europe, stresses the need to fully integrate fisheries […]
Scottish North Sea herring fishery gathers pace. The North Sea herring season is getting into full swing with around 15 Scottish boats now fishing and most of the rest of […]
Scottish summer herring season now underway The Scottish herring fishing season is now underway with the vessel Lunar Bow having made her first landings of premium quality fish into Peterhead. […]
Provisional Scottish Sea Fisheries Statistics 2024 The Marine Directorate has published the provisional Sea Fisheries Statistics for Scotland 2024. Provisional Scottish Sea Fisheries Statistics 2024 contain summary provisional data on […]
Scottish seafood makes its mark in Japanese market. Industry leaders to build on 10x growth in market share, as new mackerel deal launches. Seafood Scotland was among the industry leaders seeking […]
Scots pelagic fishers committed to reducing carbon emissions. In this article, Ian Gatt CBE, chief executive Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association, outlines some of the work by the Scottish pelagic industry […]
Major mussel, herring and white fish fisheries awarded grants for MSC re-certification. Three British fisheries have been awarded a major boost to renew their Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification. Shetland […]
Scottish Pelagic Industry-Science Data Collection Programme paves way for further collaboration. Dr Katie Brigden, Pelagic Fisheries Scientist at UHI Shetland, says it is remarkable how quickly the Scottish Pelagic Industry-Science […]
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