IN BRIEF - Squid fillet production in Russia increased by 25%
RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
As of October 5, 2024, the Russian catch of Commander squid reached 90 thousand tons, which is 40% more than the figure for the same date last year. It is also only 2% less than what was caught in the whole of 2023, the Analytical Center of the Fish Union calculated.
The production of squid whole round on ships increased by 12% over 9 months compared to the same period last year, to 40 thousand tons.
The production of squid fillets on vessels exceeded 4.5 thousand tons, which is 25% more than on the same date last year and 6% ahead of the production volume for the whole of 2023.
Source: Fish Union (translated from original in Russian)
The jellyfish bloom which hit the Icelandic salmon farmer Kaldvik recently looks to have been worse than earlier reported – but the incident seems to be subsiding at last.
The east Iceland farmer said 10 days ago that the attack had negatively affected its biological production and financial position.
Now, in a new update, Kaldvik is reporting that, following continued monitoring and assessment, the company estimates the event has resulted in approximately 11.5 percentage points of additional mortality in the affected 2025 generation since early September.
This compares with approximately 6.5 percentage points reported in the middle of last month.
Author: Vince McDonagh / Fish farmer | Read the full article here
Brussels sources say that even extending the agreement—which expires in a month—would not prevent a stoppage that could last until February.
Barring an unexpected turn of events, the European fleet fishing in Mauritania will have to return to port on November 14. *La Voz* has learned that negotiations are at a standstill; at this stage, not even an extension of the current agreement would avert a stoppage that, at the earliest, might not end until February 2027.
Author: Jose G. Santalla / La Voz de Galicia | Read the full article here
Norway's average fresh salmon export price fell 1.7% in week 41 to NOK 72.55 (€6.80) per kilogram, according to figures published by Statistics Norway on Wednesday.
The price was down from NOK 73.80 (€6.92) the previous week and 3.8% below the NOK 75.38 recorded in the corresponding week of 2025.
Fresh salmon export volumes fell 7.6% week on week to 27,982 tonnes, compared with 30,277 tonnes in week 40.
Source: SalmonBusiness | Read the full article here
Review aims to strengthen sustainability, traceability and certification transparency.
The MSC seeks feedback until December 8, 2026, on protected species (ETP), independent observers, electronic monitoring and audits.
Version 4 is scheduled for release in September 2027, taking effect six months later.
The process includes the MSC Fisheries Standard v3.1, the Fisheries Certification Process v3.1, and the Fisheries Standard Toolbox v1.2, following a final 30-day consultation in April 2027.
NOAA Fisheries has awarded 14 new grants through its Scallop Research Set-Aside Program.
The program was set up by the New England Fishery Management Council in 1999 and carves out part of the fishery’s landings to boats to carry out research projects.
The quota awards function as a financial incentive for boats to participate in the research; instead of getting paid directly, fishers get access to quota that will allow them to harvest more and make more money.This year, NOAA Fisheries is giving out 1.5 million pounds of Atlantic sea scallops as part of its program
Author: Chris Chase / SeafoodSource | Read the full article here
FAO-backed initiatives are helping Malagasy women improve fish processing, reduce losses, increase incomes and strengthen local fisheries value chains
Women working in Madagascar’s small-scale fisheries are improving their incomes and expanding market access through training, better processing equipment and stronger cooperatives, as efforts to implement national sustainable fisheries guidelines deliver practical benefits to coastal communities.
Small-scale fisheries account for at least 40% of global fisheries catches and support nearly 500 million people, making them vital to food security, nutrition and livelihoods, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
Nigeria partners with Norway to strengthen maritime surveillance and combat IUU fishing.
Minister Adegboyega Oyetola announced cooperation under Norway's Blue Justice initiative, using satellite-based AIS tracking to detect illegal vessels, protect fish stocks, safeguard local jobs and reduce economic losses.
The estimated annual losses highlight the economic consequences of illegal fishing, which threatens jobs and investment across the fisheries value chain, including fish processing, storage, transportation and distribution.
Archipelagos calls for an investigation by the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO).
The NGO identified 35 cases of alleged misuse of EU fisheries funding, reportedly supporting resorts, butcher shops and unrelated businesses. The Greek government denies wrongdoing, insisting the grants comply with EU rules.
The industry has organised its own trade delegation and is taking part in two more as it seeks to establish itself in a potentially massive market
Scotland’s salmon sector is making an enhanced effort to promote its products in India after the world’s most populous country opened the door to Scottish fish imports by scrapping a 33% tariff as part of a trade deal with the UK.
Scottish salmon is being promoted on three separate trade visits this month.
Author: Gareth Moore / fishfarmingexpert | Read the full article here
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RUSSIAN FEDERATION
ARGENTINA
ICELAND
The east Iceland farmer said 10 days ago that the attack had negatively affected its biological production and financial position.
MAURITANIA
Brussels sources say that even extending the agreement—which expires in a month—would not prevent a stoppage that could last until February.
NORWAY
Norway's average fresh salmon export price fell 1.7% in week 41 to NOK 72.55 (€6.80) per kilogram, according to figures published by Statistics Norway on Wednesday.
UNITED KINGDOM
Review aims to strengthen sustainability, traceability and certification transparency.
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NOAA Fisheries
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Women working in Madagascar’s small-scale fisheries are improving their incomes and expanding market access through training, better processing equipment and stronger cooperatives, as efforts to implement national sustainable fisheries guidelines deliver practical benefits to coastal communities.
NIGERIA
Nigeria partners with Norway to strengthen maritime surveillance and combat IUU fishing.
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INDIA
The industry has organised its own trade delegation and is taking part in two more as it seeks to establish itself in a potentially massive market
