Peru establishes new fishing regulations for jumbo squid as exports collapse
Peru's new finance minister, Jose Salardi, is pushing for tax cuts to stimulate economic growth, aiming for a 4% increase
South Pacific jack mackerel quota hiked to over 1m metric tons
The NGO Pew is critical of the decision and an alleged lack of urgency given to addressing the overexploitation of jumbo flying squid in the region
Peru tightens fishing regs for jumbo flying squid, targets MSC certification
Peru's jumbo squid fishery employs more than 20,000 artisanal fishers and generates up to $850 million in revenue annually, accounting for approximately 30% of the country's seafood exports by value
Squid prices rise as supply squeeze hits key commercial species
Prices for key commercial squid species have surged to multi-year highs as poor catches in Peru's coastal waters and the Indian Ocean have created supply shortages, according to industry sources
Taiwan’s squid, tuna distant-water fleet at crossroads, report finds
Taiwan's fishing industry is trying to balance the need for economic viability with adherence to international conservation efforts, according to a new report
Whole Foods’ latest seafood code update takes on labor standards, Wi-Fi access
The five-page document includes a provision to limit the maximum time fishing vessels and their crews can remain at sea to no more than 11 months
New squid trawler for Falkland Islands headed for home port
The Hadassa Bay was built at the Armon shipyard in Spain for South Atlantic Squid, a joint venture involving Falklands-based Beauchene Fishing and Spain's Coepermar
Argentina kicks off 2025 Illex squid fishing season
The 2025 Illex squid fishing season has officially begun in Argentine waters, mobilizing both national and foreign fleets
Peruvian scientists to investigate giant squid in upcoming research cruise
The Peruvian Institute of the Sea will conduct a research cruise from Jan. 15 to Feb. 2, 2025, focusing on giant squid, Peru Pesquero reported
Peru’s fishmeal, oil export boom masks deeper crisis in direct human consumption sector
Peru's seafood industry is facing a tough reality as 2024 draws to a close, with significant challenges in sectors key for direct human consumption