South Korean Sajo Daerim’s premium tuna sales surge 280% amid gourmet demand
The Seoul-based seafood processor reported a 280% surge in its 'Premium Tuna' sales, driven by rising gourmet demand and a high-profile advertising campaign
Conxemar 2024: Iberconsa launches vessel in Namibia, plans new one in South Africa
Undercurrent News was reporting live the week of Sept. 30 - Oct. 4 from the Conxemar trade show in Vigo, Spain.
UK’s Thistle reports 15% sales jump, increased profits
Thistle Seafoods, a coated fish specialist based in Peterhead, Scotland, reported strong growth in its 2023 financial results
Norwegian marketing body brings ‘Explore’ campaign back to UK
It comes on the heels of the Norwegian Seafood Council announcing a partnership with footballer Erling Haaland to serve as an ambassador for Norwegian seafood
Whole Foods study finds Gen Z willing to pay for sustainable, high-quality products
YouGov sampled 1,032 adults between the ages of 18 and 27 in the US to learn about their health and grocery shopping preferences
Canada’s salmon farm transition plan revives concerns over BC’s fit for land-based systems
The plan to shift salmon farming to 'Aquaculture 2.0' has reignited concerns about the province's capability for large-scale land-based operations and the feasibility of the five-year timeline for execution
After much delay, Canada quietly releases BC salmon farm transition plan
The draft document, intended as a guide as the industry addresses environmental concerns, will shape further consultations, with the final version of the plan expected in 2025
Minority shareholders win Sustainable Blue auction with unchallenged CAD 30m bid
With a Canadian court's approval of their stalking horse bid, minority shareholders Thane Stevens and Jim Lawley have successfully acquired the Nova Scotia-based RAS salmon producer
Need for digital transparency quickly changing supply chain, says NSC
As technologies mature, value chains are undergoing rapid digital transformation, and that has the potential to improve both the environment and traceability, said the Norwegian marketing body
US retail sales of fresh, frozen seafood dip again
Economic pressures drove down both dollar sales and volume across multiple seafood categories in August