Canadian researchers link road salt to salmon egg deaths
Researchers at the University of British Columbia say they discovered a 70% mortality rate in coho eggs that were exposed to salt pulses for 24 hours
Salmon, other ‘higher fat fish’ now can be labeled ‘healthy’ in US, FDA says
The 318-page rule is to be published on Dec. 27 in the Federal Register
US seafood poised for strong holiday demand at retail after November growth
November gains across all categories of seafood reflect steady recovery and growing consumer demand, positioning the industry for a robust yearend, says the latest US retail sales performance review from 210 Analytics
US wholesale: Competitive pressures, logistical hurdles, seasonal dynamics underscore Chilean salmon market
Chilean suppliers are grappling with rising feed and labor costs, which are compressing margins and driving cautious production strategies
Japanese telecom giant invests $17m in land-based salmon farming launch
NTT Green & Food Corp. plans to invest JPY 2.5bn to establish a land-based salmon farming facility on a tsunami-devastated site in Kesennuma, Miyagi
Alaska’s salmon fishery value plummets to $304m amid historic harvest decline
Alaska's commercial salmon fishery faced another challenge this year, with a historic low harvest of 101.2 million fish, driving ex-vessel value down to $304m amid declining fish sizes
Shrimp gains ground in US retail market amid lower prices
Consumer optimism, paired with shrimp and salmon’s strong performance, signals a promising outlook for seafood as the holiday season approaches -- Anne-Marie Roerink, 210 Analytics
Nissui expands domestic aquaculture operation to boost exports
The Japanese seafood giant is accelerating its domestic aquaculture production, including tuna, salmon, and yellowtail, as part of a strategic push to increase export revenues
EPA seeks public comment on toxic tire chemical and its impact on salmon
6PPD-quinone is a chemical that breaks down as tires wear and has been linked to the deaths of coho salmon and other marine life
NFI names new board members, executive officers
The diverse group of individuals will serve three-year terms on NFI's board