Community Quota to trial in Cornwall
A scheme to make available 240 tonnes of quotas for cod, place, skate, rays, sole and other commercial species is to open shortly. The concept is to lease quotas at…
Giving under-loved species a boost
A couple of species with seasonal abundance in Cornish waters have been given a boost thanks to efforts by Seafood Cornwall make them more visible and increase the demand. Sales…
CFPO sets out 2021-2026 policies and aims
The Cornish Fish Producers' Organisation (CFPO) has responded to the 5.5 year 'adjustment period' within the Trade & Cooperation Agreement (TCA) by issuing a forward-looking statement of policies and aims…
Cornish fishermen are adamant they have been betrayed by the UK government
Cornish fishermen – betrayed by Boris
Despite the UK Government hailing the deal as a success, Cornish fishermen have been left feeling betrayed by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, as it now appears key promises made to…
#FishToYourDoor is offering discounts on Fridays to NHS staff. Image: Seafood Cornwall
Fish To Your Door launches #NHSFishFridays – 50% off for Cornish NHS heroes
The #FishToYourDoor campaign started by Seafood Cornwall is introducing a new initiative, with hefty discounts for NHS staff. The county-wide #FishToYourDoor platform launched by Seafood Cornwall was an immediate response…
Seafood Cornwall reinvigorates a programme of work first set up in 2004, launching today with an ambitious range of projects – some of which are already underway
Sustainable & Cornish – New Cornwall-wide seafood celebration launches
Seafood Cornwall, first formed in 2004, has been brought back to life to promote and celebrate the incredible contribution of fish, fishing, seafood and coastal communities to Cornish life. ‘Cornish…
Young, active fishermen bring fresh-thinking, innovative ideas and a creative way of working to the newly developed Cornish Fish Producers’ Organisation Youth Board. Image: Mindfully Wired
New industry-led Youth Board aims to help shape fishermen’s future
The Cornish Fish Producers’ Organisation (CFPO) has hosted the first ever industry-led Youth Board in Newlyn. The focus of the inaugural meeting was to understand and develop ways of recruiting…