NFFO Article on Low Environmental Impact of Fishing goes “Viral”
A short but important article on the NFFO website is having an impact in the United States. The article was placed on the website last Thursday (7th January) and was…
Fishmeal production continues to decline
Total fishmeal production by the five major producers declined in 2009, continuing a trend started some years ago. Chile is the only country reporting any increase in production, while all…
Minister Shea Promotes Canada’s Fishing and Sealing Industry in China
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, today began a two day visit to the People’s Republic of China. This is the first Canadian ministerial trip to China…
KVH Names Harris Electric its 2009 Commercial Fishing Dealer of the Year
KVH honors Harris Electric for exceptional performance in bringing mini-VSAT Broadband service to commercial fishing vessels in the Northwest "We were excited and humbled to receive this award," says Jess…
‘Sustainable’ certification for Pacific cod expected soon
Harvesters in Alaska's multimillion dollar Pacific cod fisheries are anticipating Marine Stewardship Council certification by mid-January, a move that would enhance sales of the versatile white fish.
CCTV Debate
It is worth noting at the outset of this article that the Council of Ministers, EU/Norway negotiations and internal government meetings where UK fisheries policy is formulated, are not covered…
Reminder for King Mackerel Commercial Fishery in Southern Florida West Coast Zone
The commercial run-around gillnet fishery for Gulf group king mackerel in the southern Florida west coast subzone will open January 19, 2010, at 6 a.m. Eastern Time. This subzone includes…
New record for exports of Norwegian Salmon and Norwegian Fjord Trout
Exports of Norwegian Salmon and Norwegian Fjord Trout have never been higher than in 2009, according to figures from the Norwegian Seafood Export Council. Exports of Norwegian Salmon increased by…
UK Publishes its Response on CFP Reform
The UK has now published its response to the Commission’s Green Paper on CFP reform. Responses had to be received by the 31st December and now the Commission will study…
Pivotal Year for Brown Crab
A major report on brown crab management that could influence the future direction of the UK and other member state’s shellfish conservation policy has now been released. The work is…
