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Wednesday, January 08, 2025
This Wednesday, the Official Journal of Galicia published the Order and the Extract of the Order of December 12, 2024, which establishes the bases and regulates the procedure, processed as an advance expenditure file, for the granting, under a competitive regime, of aid for investments in SMEs for the processing of fishery and aquacultureproducts, co-financed with the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (FEMPA) and is called for the year 2025.
The amount assigned for these aids for the year 2025 is 10 million euros distributed in two annual instalments: 2.11 million for the 2025 annual instalment and 7.88 million euros for the 2025 annual instalment. 2026.
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The Peruvian Ministry of Production (PRODUCE), through the Instituto del Mar del Perú (IMARPE), has initiated a new research cruise to evaluate the populations of giant squid along the Peruvian coast.
This initiative aims to gather updated data on the distribution, abundance, and biological status of this species, which plays a vital role in both artisanal and industrial fisheries in the country.
Key Objectives of the Research Cruise:
Comprehensive Evaluation: A thorough assessment of the biological and fishery indicators of giant squid will be conducted to monitor the health and trends of the population.
Projections for 2025: The collected data will inform projections for fishing opportunities in the coming year and guide fisheries management decisions.
Sustainability Focus: The research underscores the importance of preserving the resource while supporting the livelihoods of fishing communities.
The previous research cruise, conducted in December 2024, revealed positive signs of recovery in the giant squid population, particularly among juvenile specimens in the central coastal region. These findings are encouraging and suggest potential for improved resource availability in the near future.
This research cruise represents a critical step in ensuring the sustainable management of Peruvian marine resources. By providing science-based insights, the initiative supports informed decision-making to promote the conservation and responsible use of giant squid—one of the nation's most significant fishery resources.
The Seafood Council's annual conference, Seafood Nation Norway, celebrated a record-breaking year for Norwegian seafood exports in 2024, reaching NOK 175.4 billion.
However, the conference also highlighted the challenges of navigating a changing global landscape, including geopolitical tensions and the need for increased cooperation.
Key themes discussed included:
The importance of international trade: Despite global challenges, Norwegian seafood continues to find markets in over 150 countries, with a focus on growing markets in Southeast Asia.
Sustainability and innovation: The industry recognizes the need for sustainable practices, including technological advancements like AI and gene editing, to ensure long-term success.
Collaboration: The conference emphasized the importance of collaboration between industry, research, and government to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
The event concluded with a discussion on the future of the seafood industry, highlighting the need for adaptability, innovation, and a focus on sustainability to ensure continued growth and success in the years to come.
Two state-of-the-art pollock processing plants have been completed in Sakhalin Oblast under the second phase of the investment quota program.
Built by the Gidrostroy Group of Companies, these facilities are equipped to produce pollock fillets, mince, and efficiently utilize 100% of the catch by converting waste into fish meal and fish oil.
Key Plant Capacities:
Daily Production: At least 100 tons of pollock products.
Waste Utilization: At least 20 tons of products derived from production waste daily.
The new plants are strategically located on Iturup Island and Shikotan Island, enhancing processing capabilities in the region. The total investment for these facilities amounted to approximately 3.2 billion rubles, a significant contribution to local infrastructure and the fishing industry.
Modernizing the Industry:
These plants are part of a larger initiative under the investment quota program, which has resulted in the construction of 27 cutting-edge processing facilities across the country. The program's focus on modernization and sustainability aims to strengthen the seafood industry's efficiency and reduce waste.
The buyer was the Onodera restaurant group, which has Michelin stars
This 276-kilo bluefin tuna that you see in the photo was sold for 1.2 million euros (about 207 million yen) at the traditional (and media-friendly) New Year's auction in Tokyo, at the Toyosu market. It was caught in the waters of Oma, in the Aomori region, located in the North of Japan, an area famous for its rich fishing industry, which stands out not only for its size, but also for the quality of its tuna, considered among the best in the world.
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SalMar, the world's second-largest Atlantic salmon farmer, harvested approximately 73,800 gutted weight tonnes of fish in Norway and Iceland in the last quarter of 2024, the company said in a trading update.
The company harvested 39,700 gwt in its Central Norway region, 27,700 gwt in Northern Norway, and 6,500 gwt via its Icelandic Salmon subsidiary. These volumes add up to 73,900 due to rounding up.
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Proximar Seafood reports biomass growth and positive market feedback in Q4 2024.
Land-based salmon farmer Proximar Seafood has announced its sixth production update, reporting a standing biomass of 1,058 metric tonnes at the end of Q4 2024, up from 735 metric tonnes in Q3.
The Oyama-based facility in Japan, operational since October 2022, is targeting a long-term harvest level of 5,300 tonnes (HOG) annually by 2027.
Source: SalmonBusiness l Read the full article here
The Kingfish Company has reached agreement for a fully underwritten €14m (£11.6m) equity private placement to strengthen its balance sheet and ensure liquidity as it prepares to make full use full farm capacity.
The yellowtail fish producer said the move follows a positive outlook for Q4 2024 with estimated volume growth exceeding 50%, reflecting strong market demand and operational scalability.
The Kingfish Company operates a RAS (recirculating aquaculture system) fish farm in the Netherlands and is building another in Maine, in the US.
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BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture agreed to purchase up to $30 million in farm-raised catfish products and $25 million in Gulf shrimp.
The seafood purchased by the USDA will be distributed to various nutrition assistance programs and charities.
Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith says this should also benefit seafood producers in Mississippi.
“Our catfish producers and shrimpers in Mississippi have hit hard times because of high input costs, inflation, and unfair global competition,"said Hyde-Smith. “This new round of Section 32 purchases should work to help sustain their operations while also supplying more protein for nutrition assistance programs.”
The Chubut Secretariat of Fisheries has announced the suspension of fishing activities in provincial waters between parallels 43° 30’ and 44° 00’ S for a period of seven days.
This measure, aimed at ensuring resource sustainability and preserving the marine ecosystem, is part of the responsible fisheries policies led by Secretary of Fisheries Dr. Andrés P. Arbeletche.
Under Resolution No. 2/2025, the suspension applies to all vessels engaged in the capture of Patagonian shrimp (Pleoticus muelleri) within the designated area. It will remain in effect from 00:00 on January 7 until 00:00 on January 14, 2025. After this period, fishing authorizations will automatically resume without requiring additional administrative actions.
Reasons for the Suspension
The decision is based on recent data indicating a concerning increase in the proportion of juvenile specimens classified as L3-L4 or smaller within the catches. This precautionary measure seeks to protect pre-recruits, which are essential to ensuring the sustainable exploitation of the resource in the future.
Commitment to Sustainable Fishing
This action underscores the Chubut provincial government’s commitment to sustainability and the responsible management of its fishery resources. It aligns with principles of conservation, reducing unnecessary fishing efforts, and preventing overexploitation, thereby ensuring the continuity of this valuable economic activity and the health of marine ecosystems.
On January 6, 2025, the Abate Molina scientific vessel departed from the Port of Valparaíso, embarking on a 28-day mission. Professionals and technicians from the Fisheries Development Institute (IFOP) will conduct hydroacoustic surveys to characterize and evaluate anchovy and common sardine stocks. The study spans the regions between Valparaíso and Los Lagos, coinciding with the peak recruitment period and the early stages of their seasonal decline.
Captain José Echeverría leads the vessel, while fisheries engineer Álvaro Saavedra serves as the head of the cruise.
Objectives of the Cruise
To estimate the size of the stock of anchovy and common sardine resources and their spatial distribution in the period of maximum recruitment to the fishery present in the study area.
To characterize and analyze in a space-time context, the demographic composition and its interannual variation of the stocks evaluated through biological indicators.
Characterize and analyze the bio-oceanographic conditions present in the study area and their relationship with the spatial distribution of resources.
Characterize the aggregations of anchovy and common sardine resources in the study area.
Implement the Continuous Improvement Plan for hydroacoustic assessment studies of pelagic resources: anchovy, common sardine, southern sardine and horse mackerel, as appropriate, in accordance with the priorities identified in the preparation of the plan and the available budget.
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This Wednesday, the Official Journal of Galicia published the Order and the Extract of the Order of December 12, 2024, which establishes the bases and regulates the procedure, processed as an advance expenditure file, for the granting, under a competitive regime, of aid for investments in SMEs for the processing of fishery and aquaculture products, co-financed with the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (FEMPA) and is called for the year 2025.
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Comprehensive Evaluation: A thorough assessment of the biological and fishery indicators of giant squid will be conducted to monitor the health and trends of the population.
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Captain José Echeverría leads the vessel, while fisheries engineer Álvaro Saavedra serves as the head of the cruise.
