Canadian initiative aims to develop portable testing kit for deadly shellfish toxins
A successful outcome from the experiment could allow remote Canadian communities to quickly and affordably test seafood for deadly toxins
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
BC shellfish growers question sustainability goals of new licensing rules
'Our concern with the proposed changes is that DFO is becoming increasingly involved in micromanaging industry operations' -- Nico Prins, executive director, BC Shellfish Growers Association
US retail sales of fresh, frozen seafood dip again
Economic pressures drove down both dollar sales and volume across multiple seafood categories in August
Lund’s among US harvesters relieved by handling of New Jersey bridge closure
'Losing access to the port through this waterway would have been devastating for Cape May's fishermen and the economy of the whole county' -- Wayne Reichle, Lund's Fisheries
US seafood retail sales drop nearly 4% amid shifting consumer behavior
While more consumers are preparing meals at home and increasingly opting for grocery deli-prepared foods, the overall seafood market has seen a decrease in sales across fresh and frozen categories -- 210 Analytics
Americans shell out more for oysters as wholesale prices soar
Demand remains strong, particularly among younger consumers like Gen Z and millennials, despite the high prices, says report
Shellfish farming still offlimits in Maine following rain-related closure
Despite reopening to the public, the state authorities emphasize that zones previously shut due to pollution and biotoxins remain restricted
Maryland utility ends river, shellfish pollution case by agreeing to $250K consent decree
Despite MetCom's attempts to fix the problem, over 76,000 gallons of sewage ended up in the environment between December 2022 and June 2023
Portugal’s Oceano Fresco secures €17m to expand sustainable clam farming
Portuguese seafood firm Ocean Fresco has successfully closed a €17 million funding round led by Indico Capital Partners