Antibiotic use drops across UK salmon farms, but the problem is not solved

New report author suggests problems may rear up again at any point.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 14 Nov 04:33 GMT

Startup snatches private equity investment as fish welfare takes firm place on Europe's retail agenda

The tech group, who is already working with salmon farming giants Scottish Sea Farms and Loch Duart, says the new investment will help it expand into new markets.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 14 Nov 04:15 GMT

Rabobank: Anchovy quota hike, swine fever will keep fishmeal prices low into 2020

African swine fever has led to record inventory in Chinese ports and the recent anchovy quota hike only adds to the supply glut.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 14 Nov 03:22 GMT

Trident Seafood's Alaska pollock makes strong debut at iconic Pike Place Fish Market

New marketing efforts are attracting more partners, consumers to Alaska pollock, say industry leaders.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 13 Nov 23:49 GMT

Lower hoki catch, vessel tragedy take toll on Sanford earnings

Harvesting volumes declined as the company tied up vessel that lost crew member.

Finance  intrafish.com 13 Nov 23:09 GMT

US mussel producer Bangs Island gobbles up Maine rival

Acquisition of coveted lease site locations 'boosts availability of premium quality, sustainably grown mussels.'

Finance  intrafish.com 13 Nov 21:16 GMT

Elanco completes BC salmon DNA sequence

The DNA sequencer supports Elanco Aqua’s global pathogen screening program and research efforts, it said.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 13 Nov 18:25 GMT

Russian health officials inspect Chilean salmon plants

Temporary import restrictions were placed on Chilean salmon producers at the end of October.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 13 Nov 17:53 GMT

Blumar operations back to normal after general strike

The salmon producer took the decision to suspend processing for the safety and security of its workers on Tuesday after recent civil unrest.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 13 Nov 13:47 GMT

Lischewski's lawyers look to impeach tearful Cameron testimony

On Tuesday Cameron continued his testimony in court over whether the former Bumble Bee CEO is guilty of price-fixing.

Finance  intrafish.com 13 Nov 13:36 GMT

Wilbur-Ellis acquires company, venturing further into aquaculture feed

Rangen is focused on aquaculture feed and is based in the United States.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 13 Nov 13:35 GMT

Samherji comes out fighting amid bribery allegations

The company's former managing director in Namibia alleges the company bribed officials in the African country to secure fishing quotas.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 13 Nov 12:21 GMT

Former Starkist exec admits participation in tuna price-fixing scheme

This marks the second time a former exec in the canned tuna industry admits taking part in the conspiracy to fix tuna prices.

NEWS  intrafish.com 13 Nov 08:38 GMT

Retail pressure to reduce plastic puts skinpacked seafood in the crosshairs

Pre-packed, chilled seafood increased consumer demand, but perceptions of plastics are rapidly changing the calculus, experts tell IntraFish.

Processor  intrafish.com 13 Nov 06:29 GMT

Analysis: Mowi CEO Alf-Helge Aarskog oversaw golden period of growth at salmon farming giant

A brief overview of some of the biggest growth milestones at the salmon farming giant, and the executive's ambitious attempts to make the company even bigger than it's already become.

Finance  intrafish.com 13 Nov 05:24 GMT

Scottish Salmon Company shareholder criticizes terms of Bakkafrost offer

Minority shareholders are worried of being squeezed out on less than favorable terms.

Finance  intrafish.com 13 Nov 04:45 GMT

Chinese online giant Alibaba posts record 'singles day' sales

Annual 11/11 figures rise 26% as e-commerce giants steps up efforts to source more Canadian seafood.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 13 Nov 04:35 GMT

Nasdaq: Norwegian farmed salmon prices showing gradual increase

The prices were volatile through the summer.

Prices  intrafish.com 13 Nov 04:28 GMT

High Liner dispute over $100 million Kroger shrimp contract headed for settlement

A US district court ordered the trade secrets dispute to be settled through private mediation.

Finance  intrafish.com 13 Nov 04:24 GMT

US cracks down on live tilapia imports over Tilapia Lake Virus fears

The federal order is set to take effect Dec. 12.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 13 Nov 01:12 GMT

Peruvian anchovy quota lifted by 33% for second season

Season opens Nov. 16.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 12 Nov 17:48 GMT

Blumar suspends production, AquaChile running normally amid 24-hour general strike

Airport workers have also joined the one day strike further complicating the logistics situation for producers.

Processor  intrafish.com 12 Nov 14:02 GMT

ISI to acquire Spanish frozen seafood company

Elba is currently owned by GPG Seafood and IceMar.

Finance  intrafish.com 12 Nov 13:12 GMT

Thai Union's food-tech accelerator launches with 23 startups

Twelve companies will join the incubator program, while 11 join the accelerator program.

NEWS  intrafish.com 12 Nov 13:10 GMT

Ocean Quality CEO steps down

He served the company for the past eight years.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 12 Nov 08:59 GMT

Analysts 'not suprised' by Mowi's CEO switch

Analysts told IntraFish it was a natural move after a long time at the top.

Careers  intrafish.com 12 Nov 08:48 GMT

Premium Brands widens portfolio with lobster, fishing businesses

The three deals complement existing businesses in the portfolio.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 12 Nov 08:37 GMT

Earnings rocket for Norway Royal Salmon in Q3

Harvest volumes more than tripled in the period.

Finance  intrafish.com 12 Nov 08:22 GMT

New Mowi CEO: 'The show goes on'

Ivan Vindheim talks to IntraFish about what the seafood industry can expect as he takes the reins at the world's largest salmon producer.

NEWS  intrafish.com 12 Nov 07:02 GMT

World's largest salmon producer Mowi appoints new CEO

Alf-Helge Aarskog steps down after 10 years at the helm of the world's largest salmon producer.

NEWS  intrafish.com 12 Nov 06:07 GMT

IntraFish names new head of Norwegian publications

Fiskeribladet editor will take on role overseeing all three of IntraFish's Norwegian seafood publications.

NEWS  intrafish.com 12 Nov 05:14 GMT

Vietnam land-based salmon farm just one of a broad portfolio for Norwegian aquaculture investment firm

The global advisory firm's CEO said they would not be restricting themselves in terms of region.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 12 Nov 04:50 GMT

Frozen seafood giant Frosta bids farewell to plastic packaging

The bags will gradually roll out starting January 2020.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 12 Nov 02:30 GMT

Long-standing salmon industry analyst takes new role as investment director

The analyst will be more directly involved in investments for the Halsebakk family.

Finance  intrafish.com 12 Nov 02:25 GMT

Multiexport turns to blockchain, AI to modernize salmon production process

Blockchain and virtual reality applications are being brought in under a digital transformation program.

Processor  intrafish.com 12 Nov 00:50 GMT

ISA virus suspected at Aquachile farm

Fish from two cages involved in the discovery were harvested and slaughtered at the site in the Los Lagos region of southern Chile.

NEWS  intrafish.com 11 Nov 15:50 GMT

Logistics still a worry as Chile's salmon farming sector returns to normal

Operations return to normal after blockade of Quellon processing hub on the southern Chiloe island was lifted last week but threat of protests at ports and airports continues to hang over industry.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 11 Nov 14:43 GMT

Mowi to harvest salmon on suspicion of disease

The company informed authorities of the situation on Nov. 7.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 11 Nov 12:10 GMT

Self-made tycoon sells Atlantic Sapphire shares after upturn

The Norwegian businessman has more than doubled his profits based on the company's current value.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 11 Nov 12:08 GMT

New Newfoundland aquaculture regulations make industry 'an open book,' exec says

The head of NAIA details how the new rules will impact Newfoundland's aquaculture industry.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 11 Nov 12:02 GMT

Seasonal Christmas demand lifting salmon spot prices

Analysts are optimistic about the year ahead.

Prices  intrafish.com 11 Nov 09:19 GMT

Vietnam pangasius food safety controls finally get US approval

The USDA has been working with stakeholders in Vietnam for years.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 11 Nov 09:17 GMT

Scottish government ordered to release 'confidential' salmon farming data

The growth of the industry is deemed controversial.

NEWS  intrafish.com 11 Nov 09:14 GMT

Bird's Eye named transformation champions

The company has entered its third year of growth in retail sales.

NEWS  intrafish.com 11 Nov 09:04 GMT

New Benchmark CFO joins the ranks

She will take the CFO role Dec. 18.

NEWS  intrafish.com 11 Nov 07:11 GMT

Australis owner invests $2 million in new Qingdao processing plant

The plant is being established under the Chinese giant's 'Global resources-Chinese consumption' policy.

Processor  intrafish.com 11 Nov 06:37 GMT

Want to sell Millennials seafood? Here's what we need

Unless the industry makes some changes, chicken will always win.

Commentary  intrafish.com 11 Nov 04:42 GMT

Norebo sees an edge in Russia's move toward single-frozen whitefish

Executive tells IntraFish he is confident that investments from the Russian government will be good for the Atlantic cod and pollock sector in particular.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 11 Nov 04:41 GMT

Cermaq given further salmon farming options in East Coast Canada

For expansion into Nova Scotia to be feasible, Cermaq needs to identify enough sites to support 20,000 metric tons of production.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 11 Nov 04:18 GMT

Red Lobster purchasing exec moves up the ladder

Exec has a 16 year history in the seafood industry.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 11 Nov 03:53 GMT

Clearwater, High Liner analysts deliver verdict on Q3 earnings

Companies are working to deliver on very different priorities, and analysts tell IntraFish both need to focus on key areas.

Finance  intrafish.com 10 Nov 22:00 GMT

Bristol Bay sockeye salmon harvest projected to fall 14%

Overall run will be strong, and well above the long-term average for the fish.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 09 Nov 01:26 GMT

Newfoundland government accepts Mowi apology, but licenses still suspended

The salmon farming giant responded to the government's apology, and detailed its plan moving forward.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 08 Nov 22:24 GMT

Week's must-read seafood news: Chile salmon blockaded lifted, no-holds-barred tuna trial, Whole Foods dishes out new listings

It was another huge week for seafood news. Here's a chance to catch up with the biggest stories you may have missed.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 08 Nov 19:48 GMT

Bakkafrost makes bid for remaining Scottish Salmon Company shares

Bakkafrost made an offer for its final minority of common shares in Scottish Salmon Company.

Finance  intrafish.com 08 Nov 18:59 GMT

French smoked salmon giant Labeyrie appoints new head for specialized foods

Nathalie Reye-Lacroix joined the company in 2008 and has a strong background in consumer goods.

NEWS  intrafish.com 08 Nov 18:12 GMT

Mowi CEO's apology to Newfoundland minister: 'We did not live up to both your, and our own expectations.'

Mowi CEO acknowledged the company made a mistake in mis-reporting the die-offs.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 08 Nov 16:59 GMT

Sysco names its top 2019 seafood suppliers

Familiar names are on the list.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 08 Nov 16:39 GMT

Norway salmon prices rise sharply after falling last week

Impact from Chile's civil unrest being felt in global markets.

Prices  intrafish.com 08 Nov 14:04 GMT

High Liner sees price stability for 'foreseeable future'

Executives say there has been some short term salmon pricing impacts stemming from three weeks of recent civil unrest in Chile.

Prices  intrafish.com 08 Nov 13:26 GMT

US salmon processor Silver Bay fined for waste pileup

The company has until 2022 to bring its waste discharge down to the allowed amount.

Processor  intrafish.com 08 Nov 09:05 GMT

Fair Trade exec takes seafood sustainability role at global hotel chain

Exec has more than 10 years experience working with seafood supply chains.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 08 Nov 07:23 GMT

Nomad CEO expects whitefish price pressure into 2020

Frozen fish processors, including private-label operators, have been feeling the strain of higher cod and pollock prices.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 08 Nov 05:21 GMT

Feed alternatives, blockchain and offshore monitoring take to winners' podium at final Fish 2.0 forum

Six companies from four countries received Top Innovator awards Thursday at the close of Fish 2.0’s 2019 Global Innovators Forum: Fortuna, a Philippines-based company, was recognized for creating its Fortuna Cooler, the first fish transport box made of natural, locally sourced materials, replacing polystyrene containers. How can aquaculture become a more investable sector? Skretting looks for a

NEWS  intrafish.com 08 Nov 04:29 GMT

Seafood incubator founder: 'Your goal should be to put yourself out of business'

Fish 2.0 held its final event in California last week after a six year run helping more than 600 entrepreneurs in the sector.

NEWS  intrafish.com 08 Nov 04:11 GMT

Insect grower targeting fishmeal replacement plans major new US plant

The plant is slated to produce produce 4,000 metric tons of protein meal a year.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 07 Nov 23:46 GMT

Thai Union's tuna business facing rock-bottom prices, declining demand, emerging competition

The most critical element of Thai Union's business is increasingly under threat, analysts tell IntraFish.

Prices  intrafish.com 07 Nov 23:38 GMT

US firm recalls smoked salmon over botulism fears

The affected product was sold frozen, but may have been thawed by retailers before sale.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 07 Nov 23:08 GMT

$45 million has been borrowed in failed attempt to sell China Fishery

Trustee has been approved to receive more funds with the sale dragging on, including for his own pay.

Finance  intrafish.com 07 Nov 22:39 GMT

High Liner posts sharp rise in earnings as streamlined SKU strategy pays dividends

The frozen seafood is into the second year of its turnaround plan under which it is dropping product lines and targeting new products at new customers.

Finance  intrafish.com 07 Nov 15:48 GMT

Salmones Austral considers IPO for 2020

The company's exports in 2018 were approximately 40,438 metric tons worth $227.4 million (€205.7 million).

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 07 Nov 15:30 GMT

Cooke completes $20 million upgrade of salmon feed operation

The Truro feed mill produces salmon feed for the company's operations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, and Maine.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 07 Nov 13:38 GMT

Surimi seafood supplier lands Whole Foods private-label business

This is the retailer's first foray into surimi seafood under its own brand.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 07 Nov 13:33 GMT

Groups take government to court following Mowi salmon die-off

The salmon groups claim there are 'glaring loopholes' in the province's aquaculture policy.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 07 Nov 13:20 GMT

Biomar posts steep rise in Q3 earnings

Higher sales volumes underpin earnings rise approaching 30 percent.

NEWS  intrafish.com 07 Nov 13:14 GMT

Nomad posts sharp Q3 earnings rise

The frozen foods giant posted organic growth in UK, Italy, Germany and France.

NEWS  intrafish.com 07 Nov 12:30 GMT

Seaweed producer lands Tesco contract

Mara Seaweed goes on sale this week in over 550 Tesco stores in the UK.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 07 Nov 08:31 GMT

Volumes drive earnings growth for Grieg Seafood in Q3

Low spot prices, however, meant earnings did not reflect the volumes sold.

Finance  intrafish.com 07 Nov 05:50 GMT

Icewater Seafoods CEO: EU buyers using Canadian cod to 'counterbalance' supply

Though Newfoundland's catch makes it a niche player, Icewater has some advantages it's leveraging with buyers, executive tells IntraFish.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 07 Nov 04:04 GMT

Mowi CEO, Newfoundland minister scheduled to discuss mass salmon die-off today

Minister suspended licenses for several of the company's sites in the province after controversial handling of the incident.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 07 Nov 03:52 GMT

IFFO announces new president

The position is elected and lasts for two years at the Marine Ingredients Organization.

NEWS  intrafish.com 07 Nov 01:56 GMT

Will GM salmon ever pay off for AquaBounty?

Does the company have enough financial fuel to transition into a salmon producer?

Finance  intrafish.com 06 Nov 21:27 GMT

Tuna Trial: Lischewski's defense rips into tearful Bumble Bee witness

The criminal trial for the tuna scandal involving three seafood giants started Monday.

Finance  intrafish.com 06 Nov 20:06 GMT

Aquaculture incubator sees huge potential for shrimp innovation

Disease still ranks as the most urgent concern of the majority of shrimp farmers.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 06 Nov 19:32 GMT

Trident Seafoods lands Whole Foods listing for Alaska pollock fillet line

The three-pound value-pack is currently for sale in several states, and is one more win in the Seattle giant's bid to extend the species' domestic presence.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 06 Nov 13:35 GMT

Blockade lifted on critical Chilean salmon supply line

A blockade of the shipping routes in and out of the salmon processing hub of Quellon, on Chile's Chiloe Island, has been lifted, according to trade body SalmonChile and other sources in the region. "Plants are working," a source from a leading Chilean processor said. "Let's hope order is maintained." AquaChile's Quellon processing plant is running again with operations expected to return to norm

Processor  intrafish.com 06 Nov 13:09 GMT

Starkist canned tuna recalled in Israel

Starkist has since announced that they are recalling these products from the points of sale.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 06 Nov 08:50 GMT

Can chicken eggs protect salmon against lice?

They might just hold the key to the antibodies salmon need.

Research  intrafish.com 06 Nov 08:36 GMT

Ag-focused investment fund has $150 million to deploy in aquaculture

The firm is ready to invest in the sector -- but not just anywhere.

Finance  intrafish.com 06 Nov 05:23 GMT

AquaBounty widens loss, but first GM salmon 'growing extremely well'

'The fish are growing extremely well, and they look fantastic,' CEO says.

Aquaculture  intrafish.com 06 Nov 02:48 GMT

Clearwater CEO: 'There is absolutely a possibility there will be acquisitions in 2020'

The Canadian shellfish giant is not ruling out acquisitive growth via firms that dovetail neatly with its premium portfolio.

Finance  intrafish.com 06 Nov 01:15 GMT

World's largest autoline vessel inks deal for advanced refrigeration system

Installation for the new system expected by November 2020.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 05 Nov 22:12 GMT

Peru anchovy vessels test waters ahead of season

A fleet of purse seine vessels will help scientists judge the distribution and size of fish ahead of the opening of the first season in the north central zone.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 05 Nov 18:38 GMT

Nasdaq: Norwegian farmed salmon prices still in decline

Prices fell in all weight classes.

Prices  intrafish.com 05 Nov 17:30 GMT

Harvests lift Clearwater's Q3 earnings

A 12 percent earnings increase was helped by strong harvest conditions, landings and available supply in scallops, clam and langoustines.

NEWS  intrafish.com 05 Nov 15:01 GMT

Emotional Bumble Bee exec: Lischewski gave ‘very clear, direct order’ to fix tuna prices

Tearful testimony kicks off criminal trial for former Bumble Bee CEO that could lead to prison time.

Tuna Trouble  intrafish.com 05 Nov 14:11 GMT

Maruha Nichiro expects 17% increase in profits this year

Company expects major turnaround for full year.

Finance  intrafish.com 05 Nov 14:07 GMT

Thai Union increases shares in Thai importer

The company had previously purchased a 25.1 percent of stake in Thammachart Seafood Retail.

Marketplace  intrafish.com 05 Nov 13:45 GMT

Damen shipyards delivers new diesel-electric vessel

The company is contracted to deliver two of those vessels for delivery in 2019 and early 2020.

Fisheries  intrafish.com 05 Nov 13:41 GMT