Peru to launch world’s largest giant squid certification project
With a harvest of over half a million ton, Peru accounts for around half of global catches for this sought-after species
Feed producers Skretting, Cargill welcome Peruvian anchovy FIP
Feed producers Skretting and Cargill have stated strong support for the FIP and will participate in the steering committee
Peru’s giant squid fishery shows signs of recovery after El Nino-driven 2016 drop
Giant squid catches in Peru in January reach levels not seen since 2015, leading fishermen to hope availability is recovering after El Nino-driven collapse last year
Peruvian fish landings rise 40% in December
Peruvian anchovy, mackerel, hake and giant shrimp landings rise by over 40% year-on-year in December
Mercadona cephalopod supplier buys majority stake in Moroccan fishing firm
Vigo, Spain-based Profand acquires majority stake in Moroccan company Sofinas, which has ten fishing vessels
Chinese customs reject shipment of Peruvian squid due to methylmecury content
The 26-metric ton shipment of frozen squid from Peru was turned away by Chinese authorities at the port of Dalian, Shandong Province, East China
Chinese boats near Argentine waters say squid catch poor; Peru better
Chinese squid fishermen are unsure about sailing to waters near Argentina, after reports of poor catch by boats already in the area
Marfrio to consolidate on global markets as squid fishing firm Echalar takes full control
Frozen fish processor and reseller Marfrio plans to consolidate in the US, Latin America and Asia, following acquisition
Squid fishing firm takes full control of Marfrio
One squid-fishing firm buys out other's shares in Spain-based processor
Peru, Chile, Ecuador team up to prevent illegal fishing
Chile, Peru and Ecuador are building a common front to prevent illegal fishing