Posts Tagged ‘seafood’
EU salmon processors increase prod-fish pressure
European Union salmon processors are demanding that Norway calls an end to the ban on exporting “prod” or damaged fish. The joint call, has come from the EU Salmon Processors Union which includes key countries such as Poland, Denmark and the Netherlands. The Norwegian authorities, and much of its salmon industry, is so far resisting…
Read MoreNorwegian salmon prices hit new record
Fresh salmon prices hit an all time record in Norway last week, although there are signs the surge could be over. They soared to NOK 123.28 per kilo during week 15, an increase of NOK 3.34 per kilo or 2.2% on the previous week. The official figures from Statistics Norway are generally an average so…
Read MoreNew guidance from Conservation Alliance stresses the ‘human factor’
Guidance on ethical best practice for seafood companies has been released by a leading international organisation, stressing the importance of human rights as well as conservation. The Guidance for Companies on Environmentally and Socially Responsible Seafood is published by the Conservation Alliance for Seafood Solutions, a not-for-profit body that includes seafood businesses, academics and non-governmental…
Read MoreCooke Seafood appoints Jack Crouch to key subsidiary
The Cooke seafood and aquaculture group has appointed senior seafood professional Jack Crouch as national sales manager of its subsidiary business, the Wanchese Fish Company. He brings more than a decade of experience in seafood processing, distribution, and supply chain. The Wanchese Fish Company, headquartered in Virginia, USA, is part of the Cooke family of…
Read MoreNorway February salmon exports value up, but volume down
Norway’s seafood export boom continues but there are signs things could be slowing down, according to the latest figures. The export value total last month was NOK 13.3bn (just short of £1bn), a rise of 3% on a year ago. The Norwegian Seafood Council said that thanks to large value growth for salmon, trout, cod…
Read MoreNorway’s seafood exports see great start for 2024
High salmon prices at the start of this year helped to maintain a strong export performance despite lower volumes, the Norwegian Seafood Council said today. Seafood exports for Norway in January totalled NOK 13.3bn (around £1bn), 5% up on January last year. Christian Chramer, the Seafood Council’s CEO said it was a good start to…
Read MoreNorway’s youngsters urged to eat more seafood
The Norwegian government has allocated an extra NOK 3.9 million (almost £300,000) to help combat a worrying decline in seafood consumption among the country’s young people. Many Norwegian children and teenagers have simply stopped eating salmon and white fish, preferring less healthy options such as burgers instead. Cost may also be a factor. A recent…
Read MoreBecause fish deserve safe and first-class travel, too
Caption: Master-PUR H FishTec. Profile extruded PU transport hoses in different diameters with metal spiral and a fish and with connecting element Master-PUR H FishTec, represents the future of fish transportation in the fishing industry The seafood industry faces unique challenges, especially when it comes to transporting fish and seafood. Efficient and safe solutions are…
Read MoreChina tightens regime for seafood imports
Salmon and other seafood exporters look set to face stricter regulations when exporting to China. The authorities in Beijing have decided to issue new health certificates with tougher demands which are due to come into force from the start of 2021. According to the Norwegian Seafood Council, China is demanding that details of the entire…
Read MoreNorway’s seafood exports take a hit
Norway has reported a significant drop in the value of its seafood exports, including salmon, for last month. The country’s fish farmers and fishermen netted a total of NOK 9.4 billion (£798.5 million), a decline in value of 11 per cent or NOK 1.2 billion (£102 million) compared with November last year. Tom-Jørgen Gangsø, director…
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