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UK mackerel industry criticises MCS rating. The Scottish Pelagic Sustainability Group (SPSG) – which represents mackerel fishers and processors – has criticised the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) for failing to […]
Mackerel teriyaki salad. Try this easy and delicious salad, rich in omega-3 and health benefits and packed with flavour. Recipe courtesy Seafood from Norway Prep and cooking time: 20-30 minutes […]
NAPA calls for urgent reform in wake of Waitrose mackerel sourcing decision. Global seafood coalition highlights urgency of pelagic fisheries reform as Waitrose stops sourcing Atlantic mackerel. “The market is […]
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 […]
Waitrose becomes first UK supermarket to suspend mackerel sourcing over sustainability concerns. Waitrose has become the first UK supermarket to suspend mackerel sourcing, taking a decisive stand against overfishing to […]
Good marks of mackerel encountered by Scottish fleet during January fishery. The traditional January mackerel fishery for the Scottish fleet has now drawn to a close, with the significantly reduced quota […]
SEAFDEC achieves world’s first natural captive spawning of mackerel tuna. For the first time, a mackerel tuna—also known as kawakawa and long considered nearly impossible to breed—has reproduced naturally in […]
Four-party mackerel agreement sidelines EU, rewards overfishing and creates unlevel playing field. The EU fishing industry is deeply disappointed by the partial mackerel sharing arrangement agreed between the UK, Norway, […]
Scotland’s rural Affairs Secretary welcomes Atlantic mackerel agreement. Welcoming the extended agreement from 3-4 between with the UK, the Faroe Islands, Iceland and Norway on measures to manage North-East Atlantic […]
New mackerel deal falls short, say Scottish fishermen. Scotland’s pelagic fishermen have given a pointed response to news of an extended sharing agreement for the Northeast Atlantic mackerel stock coupled […]
Good abundance of mackerel for Scottish fishery this Autumn. The end-of-year Scottish mackerel fishery is progressing well with boats finding an abundance of fish that are well spread over a […]
Warm smoked mackerel pasta with caraway & horseradish beetroot. Another dish packed full of omega 3 and easily assembled. Recipe courtesy CJ Jackson, Great British Seafood Revival – merlinunwin Prep and cooking […]
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: […]
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