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Workforce development, recruitment, and retention are some of the main challenges faced by many seafood companies. In their 2022 recommendations to NOAA for improving workforce development, the Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee detailed the importance of utilizing a diversity of skills and people in the seafood workforce to foster adaptation and innovation. It has been shown that diverse workforces attract top talent, reduce employee turnover,
… Read MoreThe seafood industry's traditional distribution model, dominated by a trader business model, has long been built on secrecy, fostering inefficiencies and exacerbating fragmentation between producers and buyers. In contrast to categories dominated by consumer-packaged goods companies, the seafood industry lacks the benefits of leveraging deep consumer insights and truly understanding the needs and interests of seafood consumers.
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… Read MoreJoin us for an insightful webinar, “From Catch to Customer: Enhancing Seafood Processing,” where we'll explore how automating and optimizing your seafood processing operations can significantly boost your bottom line. This session is tailored for seafood businesses who are looking to enhance their operational efficiency and drive profitability.
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Farmed cod in Norway is one of the fastest-growing aquaculture sectors in the country. Building on Norwegian heritage, traditions, and history in wild cod – combined with the innovation, expertise, and supply ecosystem from salmon farming in Norway – companies are beginning to farm cod in larger volumes and are successfully finding strong export markets for the product, capitalizing on the opportunities it presents to grow the
… Read MoreUnderstanding retailer sustainability requirements is crucial for anyone looking to succeed in seafood’s competitive market landscape. Join FishWise Executive Director Jenny Barker and FishWise Executive Project Director Michelle Beritzhoff-Law, as well as Seafood Ninja Founder Adriana Sanchez, to take a deep dive into the dynamic expectations and purchasing requirements of retailers today. The presentation will cover practical knowledge
… Read MoreThe National Fisheries Institute is America’s leading trade association advocating for the U.S. seafood industry. Named as NFI’s president and CEO in November 2022, Lisa Wallenda Picard has led the creation of a strategic plan providing a roadmap for the organization’s efforts to grow NFI and advocate for industry as a whole. Its rollout comes in advance of the 2024 U.S. election, which could, as all elections do, have an
… Read MoreJorge Azar is the CEO of Gava Foods, which has farmed shrimp in Ecuador and exported them to the U.S. for 20 years. On a trip to Panama, Azar learned about the wild-catch shrimp fishery on the country’s west coast and saw an opportunity. Besides the intrigue generated by its geographical origin, The shrimp’s unique white color stands out compared to most other shrimps on display in a fresh seafood counter, and it retains its
… Read MoreThe U.S. demographic landscape is evolving rapidly, with projections showing that multicultural populations will make up half of the national total by 2044. This shift signifies a tremendous growth opportunity for the food and beverage sector, particularly for those looking to tap into the varied flavors and ingredients these communities bring. As tastes become more eclectic, the seafood industry is poised to benefit significantly from
… Read MoreThe seafood industry is in a great position to make big changes in packaging and explore new packaging technologies to expand their offerings and deliver improved customer experiences. With sustainability top of mind, now is a great time to explore how a simple switch to active packaging solutions can simplify supply chains, reduce food waste, reduce plastic usage, and enable processors to diversify product offerings in unique ways to grow sales
… Read MoreTodays’ seafood industry is experiencing a perfect storm of three market challenges - sustainability, product freshness, and consumer expectations. Producers and retailers are responding by seeking out new packaging designed to address these simultaneously. At the same time, where and how consumers purchase seafood is changing. Yes, traditional fishmongers are alive and well, but limited market presence as well as retail
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