Editorial commentaries on the domestic and global seafood industry.
By Jason Holland, SeafoodSource contributing editor reporting from London
17 February, 2012
With just months to go, Commissioner Damanaki is pressing MEPs to back her CFP reform proposals. She says wholesale change is the only way to bring long-term viability to Europe’s fishing industry.
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By Steven Hedlund, SeafoodSource editor
16 February, 2012
Stuck at around 16 pounds since peaking at 16.6 pounds in 2004, U.S. seafood consumption is in a rut. Lack of consumer knowledge is a big reason why. Can anything be done?
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By Lindsey Partos, SeafoodSource contributing editor, reporting from Paris
15 February, 2012
SeafoodSource Contributing Editor Lindsey Partos breaks down her recent conversation with Waitrose seafood buyer Melissa Spiro, who explains why “indulgence” and “good value” are strengthening the UK retailer’s seafood sales even during a recession.
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By Nicki Holmyard, SeafoodSource contributing editor
14 February, 2012
The 20 fishing ambassadors recently appointed by Prince Charles to help carry out his sustainable fisheries mission are optimistic about the initiative’s direction.
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By Mike Urch, SeafoodSource contributing editor
13 February, 2012
Krill oil is the world’s best source of phospholipid enriched omega-3 oils, and food manufacturers are desperate to get their hands on a reliable, consistent source of it.
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By Jason Holland, SeafoodSource contributing editor reporting from London
03 February, 2012
Is there a lack of political will to end illegal fishing once and for all?
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By Nicki Holmyard, SeafoodSource contributing editor
31 January, 2012
New England Seafood’s James Robinson talks about the importance of sustainable seafood and the company’s efforts to increase tilapia sales in the UK.
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By Mike Urch, SeafoodSource contributing editor
30 January, 2012
What part, if any, has Marine Stewardship Council certification played in the growing popularity of Alaska salmon in the United Kingdom?
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By Steven Hedlund, SeafoodSource editor
30 January, 2012
Here’s a rundown of January’s five most-read stories and commentaries.
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By Steven Hedlund, SeafoodSource editor
25 January, 2012
Millions of dollars in sales may separate Incredible Fish and Quirch Foods, but both Miami companies face the same challenge — fraud.
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By Jason Holland, SeafoodSource contributing editor reporting from London
20 January, 2012
The Norwegian Seafood Council has launched an all-out assault on the UK market. Its latest move is enlisting celebrity chef Mitch Tonks as its Norwegian seafood ambassador.
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By James Wright, SeaFood Business senior editor
18 January, 2012
The U.S. seafood industry has lots of jobs that Americans don’t want, so companies turn to visiting-worker programs for help. This and other labor trends create an environment of uncertainty.
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By Nicki Holmyard, SeafoodSource contributing editor
17 January, 2012
Movement is finally afoot on a development plan for the English aquaculture industry, and stakeholders are being encouraged to participate in the process.
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By Mike Urch, SeafoodSource contributing editor
16 January, 2012
The country must address three things that are currently suppressing the industry if its seafood exports are to continue to grow.
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By April Forristall, SeafoodSource assistant editor
12 January, 2012
It’s not often that there’s a story in the mainstream media about the seafood industry in which women are predominantly featured.
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By Steven Hedlund, SeafoodSource editor
11 January, 2012
SeafoodSource continues to deliver the best value in daily seafood news and information. Take a look at the numbers.
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By SeafoodSource staff
10 January, 2012
Editor’s note: The following is a letter to the editor submitted by Pasco Seafood of Richmond, British Columbia. It’s in response to a 9 January Vancouver Sun article.
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By Jason Holland, SeafoodSource contributing editor reporting from London
06 January, 2012
Could 2012 be the year that the world finally gets a grip on pirate fishing — the scourge of responsible, law-abiding fishermen everywhere? Many developing nations hope so.
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By Nicki Holmyard, SeafoodSource contributing editor
03 January, 2012
Whatever the commodity, forecasts are inevitably based on historical performance, current information and a healthy pinch of guesswork.
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By Mike Urch, SeafoodSource contributing editor
02 January, 2012
The watchword when talking to journalists is: “Think carefully about what you say before you say it.”
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By Jason Holland, SeafoodSource contributing editor reporting from London
27 December, 2011
This year has been a quite remarkable one, with disasters — natural and economic — changing the landscape of seafood, perhaps forever.
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By James Wright, SeaFood Business senior editor
27 December, 2011
Ming Tsai knows the power of the media — glowing reviews and word-of-mouth have propelled his Japanese restaurant Blue Ginger to prominence.
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By James Wright, SeaFood Business senior editor
27 December, 2011
As another year wraps up, let’s take a quick look at a subjective list of North America’s top 10 seafood stories of 2011.
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By Steven Hedlund, SeafoodSource editor
23 December, 2011
Here’s a rundown of the five most-read SeafoodSource news stories of 2012.
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By SeafoodSource staff
22 December, 2011
Happy holidays from SeafoodSource!
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