Mussel farmer ‘left out in the cold’ by UK gov’t over shellfish export ban
One of the UK's largest mussel farmers says it feels 'left out in the cold' by the UK government as it tries to save its business from collapse after a ban on exports of its mussels to the EU
Scottish salmon producers highlight post-Brexit errors in gov’t export data
While HMRC export figures claim Scotland only exported 80t of salmon to Europe in January, the SSPO says the true figure is closer to 5,000t
UK faces price increases, lower demand with new tariffs on chilled whitefish imports
The CEO of whitefish giant Espersen warned the new 18% tariff will force price increases, while plans for a site in the UK are becoming more urgent
Brexit impact on Danish seafood trade likely to be less than first feared
Danish fishermen stand to lose between 0.5% and 2.6% of their turnover as a result of reduced quotas, while the industry turnover is set to drop by 2% due to UK customs duties
Norwegian cod, king crab witness surge in volume during strong March
Norway exported 14,300t of fresh cod and 11,900t of frozen cod during the last month, up 76% and 22% respectively
UK shellfish sector threatens legal action over ban on exports to EU
A solicitor representing 20 UK shellfish firms said that a group action against the UK government is being considered over claims it misled the industry
UK fishing tech teams unveil digital wave in seafood sector
During a parliamentary group session, representatives showcased gadgets and gizmos for vessels and nets, slick web and mobile applications, and an 'eBay for seafood'
UK management plans for non-quota species ‘stymied by Brexit deal’
The Brexit deal faces an early test as the EU and UK grapple with how to manage non-quota species fished in each other's waters, such as scallops and brown crab
EU, UK reach temporary agreement on shared quotas
EU fisheries ministers agreed to keep applying last year's EU catch limits for shared stocks with the UK until July 31 as a temporary solution while negotiations continue
Scotland wants clarity on £100m fishing scheme
Fisheries secretary Fergus Ewing has called for the UK government to work closely with the Scottish government on future fisheries funding