New vaccine on the horizon for rainbow trout. A consortium in Scotland is taking a significant step toward the development of a commercial vaccine for Rainbow Trout Fry Syndrome (RTFS) […]
Constructive no deal meeting with Gove. Representatives of Scotland’s seafood sector met Michael Gove, the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and senior officials in London today […]
Loch Duart Shortlisted for the Best Rural Food & Drink Business in UK Award. Loch Duart, the salmon farm based in Sutherland and the Uists, has been shortlisted for the […]
Aquaculture Innovation Challenge taps start up spirit to lift Indonesia’s shrimp sector. Indonesia was once one of the world’s leading shrimp producers but has receded to the middle of the pack […]
Cornish and Shetland Fisheries honoured for their achievements in seafood sustainability at the Marine Stewardship Council UK’s annual Sustainable Seafood Forum and Awards at Fishmongers’ Hall, London. The Cornish Sardine […]
Smells like love…. to sea lampreys. Some people are drawn to cologne; others are attracted to perfume. When it comes to sea lampreys, however, spermine smells like love. In new […]
Hatchery salmon success for Huon Aquaculture. In another first for Huon Aquaculture, the biggest hatchery-grown salmon in the southern hemisphere are being transferred to sea. The salmon will be in […]
Asda discloses fishing vessels supplying its stores. UK supermarket Asda has published data identifying the fishing vessels that supply stores with cod, haddock and plaice. The data is being shared […]
Canada’s freshwater fisheries must reform to remain competitive. The Canadian Government has released a report on the way forward for the long-term economic viability of the country’s freshwater fisheries. The […]
Tri Marine acquired by Bolton Group. Tri Marine, one of the world’s leading sustainable tuna supply companies, has announced the sale of its global tuna supply business to its longtime […]
Mowi Scotland reveals plans to relocate two of its farm sites. Mowi, the world’s largest salmon farming company, has revealed plans to relocate two of its salmon farm sites to […]
Lithuanian seafood processor eyes Japanese market. Viciunai Group is exploring the possibility of further developing its sales into Japan. Last week, Viciunai representative Paulius Petrauskas met with Shire Yamasaki, Japan’s […]
North Sea cod cut will choke other fish quotas. European fishing industry representative body Europêche says the introduction of the EU landing obligation is more complex than politicians have foreseen […]
New senior scientist for ISSF. The International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF) has announced the addition of Hilario Murua, Ph.D., to its science staff in the position of Senior Scientist. Dr. Murua will […]
Aussie seafood leader takes helm of international sustainability organisation SeaBOS. Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), the national peak-body representing the Australian seafood industry, is delighted Martin Exel has been appointed head […]
New tilapia feed from Skretting. Skretting has launched Protec for tilapia – a new functional diet especially designed to help support tilapia and enhance their ability to cope during challenging situations, including the […]
Plymouth Fisheries invests in port infrastructure. Plymouth Fisheries is currently installing new fuel tanks and dispensers to help speed up turnaround times for the south west of England fishing fleet. […]
Call OCEANS programme launched. The Marine Institute Coordinated Eurofleets+ project today launched its first access programme; Eurofleets+ Ship-time and marine Equipment Application (SEA-Programme) Call OCEANS. The programme is now open […]
Scots shellfish supplier to boost exports. D.R. Collin & Son, which is based in Eyemouth in the Scottish Borders, is set to increase exports to Europe and Asia with seven-figure […]
Philippines seafood producer gains FoS recertification. Philippines-based seafood manufacturer again earns certification for preservation of the marine environment Phil-Union Frozen Foods, a leading producer of frozen seafood products in the […]