Fisheries
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NewsScottish Government slams ‘unacceptable’ UK funding allocation for fishing industry
Disproportionate allocation decision is an insult to Scotland and its vital catching sector, says Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon
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NewsUK unveils new Fishing and Coastal Growth Fund – aimed at boosting regional economies
Scheme aimed at modernising and revitalising the fishing fleet, with £56 million going to support Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish fishing industries
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NewsLondon Underground posters call on UK Govt to stop seafood ‘criminal catches’
EJF campaign urges politicians to strengthen import controls and ensure consumers can trust the fish on their plates
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NewsIceland’s September catch rises 34% on last year
Pelagic landings for the month increase by 65%, but there’s a 14% dip in the demersal fisheries volume
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NewsEuropean Commission adopts guidance on Natura 2000 and fishing
New document provides tools for managing the relationship between commercial fishing and the EU’s most valuable marine ecosystems
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NewsMexico acts to protect Atlantic sharks after years of delay
Shark League coalition welcomes bans on bigeye thresher, oceanic whitetip, shortfin mako, hammerhead and silky sharks
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NewsLower volume, less value for Icelandic fisheries
Fleet caught 993,602 tonnes of fish and shellfish in 2024 with a total first-sales value below ISK 171.2 billion, new analysis confirms
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NewsEU fishers challenge mackerel boycotts
The EU fishing industry is urging coastal states to agree on sustainable mackerel quotas, resisting consumer boycotts
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NewsWorldFish honoured for technical advances in sustainable aquatic food systems
At its 80th anniversary event in Rome, FAO awarded the research organisation with Global Technical Recognition
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NewsThai Union to shift mackerel sourcing in response to Atlantic stock issue
Beginning in 2026, the seafood company will adjust its focus towards “more abundant and sustainable” mackerel species
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NewsIndia sets mariculture growth target
India is targeting 2.5 million tonnes of mariculture by 2047 to meet seafood demand and boost livelihoods
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NewsVera Coelho to head up Oceana’s work in Europe
As Executive Director and Vice President, Coelho will spearhead campaigns to protect and restore European waters
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NewsAIPCE.CEP calls for urgent political solution to mackerel crisis
European Fish Processors and Traders Association warns of immediate and severe repercussions for the seafood sector
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NewsSeafood coalition sues NOAA over MMPA
A seafood coalition is suing NOAA over its abrupt MMPA rule, citing economic harm and lack of input
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NewsModi pledges €67m for fisheries sector growth
India’s PM has pledged €67 million in fisheries projects to boost India’s blue economy and create sustainable livelihoods
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NewsExperts call for Indian Marine standards
Experts are calling for the creation of Indian Standards to protect marine biodiversity and ensure sustainability
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NewsMaldivians reject gulper shark fishing
Maldivians overwhelmingly oppose reopening gulper shark fishing, reveals a new nationwide poll
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NewsNew slipway cradle to boost Kochi’s fisheries infrastructure
Investment represents a milestone in India’s journey to realise a sustainable blue economy, says Union Minister George Kurian
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NewsEU and São Tomé ink fisheries deal
EU and São Tomé have signed a four-year fisheries deal promoting sustainability and support for local development
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NewsPeru's prolonged anchovy season boosts fishmeal supply
An extended Peruvian fishing season has boosted global fishmeal output by 8% despite regional declines
