IN BRIEF - Lenin Fishing Collective Farm to Invest 14.5 Billion Rubles in Construction of Two Refrigerated Vessels
RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Thursday, September 05, 2024
The Lenin Fishing Collective Farm (Kamchatka Krai) is investing about 14.5 billion rubles in the construction of two refrigerated vessels and 3.28 billion rubles in two fish processing plants as part of the "keel quotas" program. The enterprise signed a cooperation agreement with the Far East and Arctic Development Corporation (FEDC) on the sidelines of the EEF-2024.
Following the two stages of the investment quota program, the collective farm intends to build 14 vessels of different classes, thus completely renewing the fishing fleet. One of them is the large freezer trawler Viktor Gavrilov (under construction at the Yantar Shipyard), which will be launched in November 2024 and arrive in Kamchatka in early 2026.
“The Lenin Fishing Kolkhoz is a pioneer of the investment quota program: the enterprise was the first to sign a contract for the construction of vessels under investment quotas and the first to receive a new vessel built in modern Russia. By its example, the enterprise has shown that the program works, and works effectively,” noted Ilya Shestakov during his working visit to Kamchatka.
FAO targets 75% aquaculture growth by 2040, but experts warn of mounting pressure on marine resources
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Joan Simonet, the Regional Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, and the Natural Environment, has welcomed the European Commission's consideration of changes to the Multiannual Plan for Demersal Fisheries in the Western Mediterranean. The proposed changes aim to increase the number of fishing days allowed for trawlers, without having quotas constrained by the status of the most vulnerable species. This was one of the key demands jointly presented to the European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis, last May by Spain's five Mediterranean autonomous communities, according to a statement from the Regional Ministry.
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Peru's Ministry of Production (Produce) has launched the "Sea of ??Opportunities 2026-2027" campaign, as part of the Roadmap for the Reactivation of Fisheries and Aquaculture. The campaign aims to inform the public about species whose availability has temporarily increased along the Peruvian coast due to oceanographic changes associated with the El Niño phenomenon. Developed using scientific information from the Peruvian Marine Institute (Imarpe), the initiative seeks to guide fishermen, distributors, restaurants, and consumers on new fishing alternatives, contributing to diversifying the product offerings and reducing pressure on species whose availability has decreased.The Minister of Production, Juan Carlos Requejo, explains that "El Niño is temporarily modifying the conditions of our sea and the presence of different species.
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US firm wants seat at the table as it expands from Chile into Norway and Scotland
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Direct grants will offset higher fuel and fertiliser costs caused by the Middle East crisis
The European Commission approved Portugal’s €30 million scheme for agriculture, fisheries and aquaculture. Companies may receive up to €50,000, including €0.10/litre for agricultural or marine diesel consumed from April 1-June 30, 2026.
The plan aims to cut regulatory burdens while strengthening science-based fisheries management.
NOAA Fisheries unveiled priorities to expand domestic seafood production after input from more than 700 stakeholders. Reforms target sustainable fishing opportunities, stronger markets and infrastructure, processing capacity and tougher action against IUU fishing.
IFOP completes the 2025–2026 phase of a key program supporting wild seed collection and production planning
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Fiskistofa will deploy unmanned aircraft throughout September 2026 to monitor fishing operations and discards.
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Novosibirsk State University scientists are developing a high-protein feed additive from Yarrowia lipolytica, with no current Russian equivalent.
The yeast biomass provides essential amino acids, B vitamins, lipids, phospholipids and nucleotides that may stimulate fish and poultry growth. Its beta-glucans and mannan-oligosaccharides can strengthen immunity and reduce antibiotic use.
RUSSIAN FEDERATION
WORLDWIDE
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CHINA
Large-scale maritime operation safeguards fishing fleet after four-month summer moratorium
BELGIUM
Joan Simonet, the Regional Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, and the Natural Environment, has welcomed the European Commission's consideration of changes to the Multiannual Plan for Demersal Fisheries in the Western Mediterranean. The proposed changes aim to increase the number of fishing days allowed for trawlers, without having quotas constrained by the status of the most vulnerable species. This was one of the key demands jointly presented to the European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis, last May by Spain's five Mediterranean autonomous communities, according to a statement from the Regional Ministry.
PERU
Peru's Ministry of Production (Produce) has launched the "Sea of ??Opportunities 2026-2027" campaign, as part of the Roadmap for the Reactivation of Fisheries and Aquaculture. The campaign aims to inform the public about species whose availability has temporarily increased along the Peruvian coast due to oceanographic changes associated with the El Niño phenomenon. Developed using scientific information from the Peruvian Marine Institute (Imarpe), the initiative seeks to guide fishermen, distributors, restaurants, and consumers on new fishing alternatives, contributing to diversifying the product offerings and reducing pressure on species whose availability has decreased.The Minister of Production, Juan Carlos Requejo, explains that "El Niño is temporarily modifying the conditions of our sea and the presence of different species.
UNITED STATES
US firm wants seat at the table as it expands from Chile into Norway and Scotland
PORTUGAL
Direct grants will offset higher fuel and fertiliser costs caused by the Middle East crisis
CHILE
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Fiskistofa will deploy unmanned aircraft throughout September 2026 to monitor fishing operations and discards.
Novosibirsk State University scientists are developing a high-protein feed additive from Yarrowia lipolytica, with no current Russian equivalent.
