Fire on fishing vessel South Georgia waters
KOREAN fishing vessel In Sung 22 needed assistance in South Georgia waters after a fire started on board.
Agriculture more resilient to global crisis than other sectors
Because food is a basic necessity, the agriculture sector is showing more resilience to the global economic crisis than other industries. But the risks could increase if the economic downturn deepens, according to a new report by the OECD and FAO released today.
Miami Meeting 2009
Over eighty delegates attended the 2009 Members Meeting at the Trump International Beach Resort in Miami.
Halibut Transfer Jeopardizes NL Harvesters; Minister’s Home Region Enjoys Huge Increase
At a time when the fishing industry in Newfoundland and Labrador is desperately seeking government help to get through a disastrous fishing season, the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans…
EC comments on Common Fisheries Policy reform
European Commission for Fisheries, Dr Joe Borg addresses German Bundestag AGRI Committee on Common Fisheries Policy reform.
Fishermen not content with surge in lobster prices
At last lobster prices increases a bit from the depths but it is too late to make the difference, admit fishermen.
Philippines tuna industry facing tough times
Struggling tuna industry of Philippines needs an urgent measures as per EU fishing restrictions to restore.
Abalone virus affected Victoria’s fishing industry
The fishing industry of Victoria is badly affected due to the outbreak of a devastating abalone virus.
Research to find alternatives to gillnetting
Commercial fishing is going to have a radical change as researchers are finding alternatives to gillnetting.
New Zealand Longfin eel
The New Zealand longfin eel is an iconic species and is highly valued for recreational and cultural purposes. There is also a commercial fishery for these eels. Maori hold a…
