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(Data recorded at Ishinomaki Fish Market for Kinka Coho Salmon, per kilogram in yen)

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SEATTLE, Wash. – More than 100 volunteers from the Wild Alaska Pollock catcher-processor fleet gathered at Terminal 91 for the industry’s annual Net Recycling Day. The hands-on event transformed retired fishing nets into reusable materials, advancing circular solutions and responsible fisheries management.

The initiative united five leading fishing companies—American Seafoods, Arctic Storm Management Group, Coastal Villages Region Fund, Glacier Fish Company, and Trident Seafoods—all members of the At-Sea Processors Association.

Participants worked alongside vessel captains and gear experts to cut and sort retired nets. The recovered material will be sent to specialized facilities to be repurposed into durable products like composite decking, outdoor furniture, and sports equipment.

Now in its second year as a unified initiative, the event builds on individual company efforts. "Net Recycling Day reflects the shared commitment across our fleet to continuously improve how we operate," said Doug Christensen, President/CEO of Arctic Storm Management Group.

Russian crab producers are setting their sights on international end-consumer markets (B2C), shifting focus toward branded retail products.

Industry leaders shared these strategic plans during the first meeting of the Fish Club in Vladivostok, a premier Far Eastern event jointly organized by ExpoSolutions Group and the FishNews media holding to revive regional industry traditions.

The gathering focused heavily on the logistical specifics of seafood transportation and its untapped market potential. Rather than continuing to supply unbranded, raw commodities, crab harvesters are actively exploring ways to capture more value by launching dedicated consumer brands.

"One of our goals is to integrate into the B2C market," announced Alexander Remeta (pictured), CEO of Antey Asset Management. He emphasized that this expansion will target global consumers through branded retail items and international joint products. By moving away from "no-name" packaging, Russian businesses aim to actively promote, differentiate, and capitalize on their premium seafood assets worldwide.

Argentina's shrimp fishing sector consolidated a strong recovery in the first quarter of 2026.

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Sales of whole shrimp reached 13,000 tons, an impressive 75.9% increase compared to 2025. This surge generated $79 million in revenue (a 110% increase relative to the January–April period of last year), a rebound largely explained by the fleet's inactivity in 2025. Additionally, the average price rose 19.4%, trading at $6,072 per ton. Spain remained the primary destination, skyrocketing its purchases by 138% with shipments totaling 8,602 tons.

Meanwhile, exports of shrimp tails showed more moderate growth. The exported volume increased by 4%, totaling 28,000 tons, which injected $215.7 million into the economy (an 8.9% increase over the previous year). The declared average price for this value-added product closed upward by 4.6%, reaching $7,699 per ton.

Fisheries trade between Argentina and the United States recorded exponential growth during the first four months of 2026. Foreign sales of these premium deep-sea products reached record figures, driven by unprecedented North American demand.

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According to the latest industry reports, global exports of Patagonian toothfish totaled 1,056 tons, representing a 28% increase compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, shipments of Southern king king crab totaled 659 tons, marking a 31.1% rise compared to 2025.

The main driver of this phenomenon was the United States. The North American giant purchased 600 tons of Patagonian toothfish, a staggering 262% increase over last year, paying an average price of $30,343 per ton. Regarding Southern king crab, U.S. purchases skyrocketed to 360 tons, a 357% surge compared to 2025, with an average value of $19,475 per ton, consolidating this market as a key partner for the Argentine fishing sector.

The FAIRR Initiative has launched the Coller FAIRR Seafood Index, a new benchmark assessing how the world’s largest seafood companies are managing the environmental, social and health impacts of their operations.

Backed by investors representing US$95tn in assets, the index evaluates 20 of the world’s biggest listed seafood companies, many supplying major retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Lawson JP, Casino and Ahold Delhaize.The assessment examines how companies are addressing issues including pollution, modern slavery, food safety, animal welfare and traceability, while also evaluating preparedness for future sustainability risks and opportunities.

Source: Worldfishing | Read the full article here

For the third week in a row, the spot price of market-influencing Norwegian salmon has fallen. It is now approaching the NOK 60s. The price is the lowest since mid-September last year.

According to Norwegian aquaculture sector statistics provider Akvafakta, the price of salmon fell by NOK 2.04/kg last week (week 21), down to NOK 70.52 (£5.60) per kilo. This is a price that is almost identical to the same week last year (NOK 0.15 lower).

Author: Pål Mugaas Jensen / fishfarmingexpert | Read the full article here