ASC develops small-scale farmer support programs for sustainable aquaculture in Asia
'We're working to raise awareness and drive demand for sustainably certified products, but it's a long-term effort' -- Chris Ninnes, CEO of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council
US seafood firm rebrands to take bigger bite of New York’s gourmet market
'Our business is still 90% seafood, and we've been able to leverage that expertise to grow our specialty foods offerings' -- Ian MacGregor, CEO, LP Seafood & Specialty
Shrimp industry grapples with rising tide of regulations, duties
Evolving regulations in major markets like the US and EU are placing new burdens on the global shrimp supply chain -- but some argue the changes provide business opportunities
MSX oyster disease continues spread in Canadian province
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has confirmed the further spread of the parasite in waterways around the province of Prince Edward Island
Japan’s largest seafood firms part of push for stronger measures to combat illegal fishing, human rights abuses
As many as 14 Japanese seafood companies and organizations, including some of the country's largest players, have issued a joint declaration
Breaded oyster product recalled in Canada
The Canadian government has issued a recall for a breaded oyster product due to undeclared milk
Eastern US community challenges plan to expand commercial quahog harvests
The proposal aims to address the overpopulation of quahogs, but residents are concerned about commercial fishing encroaching on recreational areas
2,000 lbs of missing halibut, found spoiled, replaced by Alaska Airlines
It's one thing for an airline to misplace a suitcase ... but 2,000 pounds of halibut?
US adds Indian shrimp to forced labor list
Shrimp from India can still enter the US, but US importers now will face increased scrutiny and reputational risks
US shrimpers demand tougher restrictions on Peru, Guatemala
The US wild catch shrimp sector is urging stricter enforcement of sect. 609 to protect sea turtles and ensure fair competition