Responsibility
FAO: More investment in seafood production needed to drive ‘blue transformation’ for global food security
At the G7 meeting, FAO says investment in seafood production is critical to ensuring global food security and combating poverty.
Fisheries
ICCAT adopts stronger measures for tuna and swordfish fisheries management
New measures enhance responsible fisheries management of tuna and swordfish, emphasizing science, conservation and small-scale fisheries.
Fisheries
Spain will test submersible aquaculture facilities to jumpstart bluefin tuna fishery
Two new submersible aquaculture facilities will be installed off Getaria, Spain, to try to revitalize the struggling bluefin tuna fishery.
Fisheries
AI tool from AZTI seeks to improve fisheries management and sustainability efforts
AZTI’s new artificial intelligence tool enhances fisheries management by quickly identifying fish species and reducing bycatch.
Fisheries
Western Mediterranean fish stocks recovering under EU fisheries management plan
A new report shows the Western Mediterranean fisheries management plan has led to fish stock recovery, with a strong near-term outlook.
Fisheries
Building trust: How researchers are charting the post-Brexit course for more sustainable fisheries in the UK
Brexit offers the UK a chance to tailor fisheries policies, but trust is key to achieving sustainable fisheries and effective governance.
Fisheries
FishChoice adds octopus to list of curated seafood options
FishChoice’s addition of octopus reflects the rising demand for sustainable seafood and industry efforts to manage fisheries responsibly.
Fisheries
Key fisheries performance declines for sixth year, industry urged to act
The SFP 2023 Reduction Report shows a continued drop in fisheries performance, highlighting the need for improved fisheries management.
Fisheries
Defining and monitoring destructive fishing represents a new era in fisheries policy
Thanks to a new multistakeholder framework, researchers are a step closer to better understanding destructive fishing and addressing its impacts.
Fisheries
How can hatchery-born Chinook salmon help with wild salmon recovery?
A new study finds hatchery-born Chinook salmon could help re-establish wild salmon populations, potentially improving health over generations.
Fisheries
New database revealing salmon patterns at sea aims to curb IUU fishing
A new analysis of where salmon are concentrated at sea could aid with fisheries management and help curb IUU fishing.
Fisheries
Might a new aging tool help improve octopus fishery management?
A new tool uses growth rings on octopus beaks and stylets to validate their age, possibly leading to improved octopus fishery management.
Fisheries
Study: Many marine protected areas are failing to rebuild fish populations
To replenish adult spawners, marine protected areas, or MPAs, need strong enforcement, effective management and climate-friendly design to succeed.
Fisheries
With distinct genetic groups of mahimahi in the Tropical Eastern Pacific Ocean, is a new fishery management approach needed?
A new study reveals genetic differences among mahimahi captured in the Tropical Eastern Pacific Ocean, affecting the fishery management plan.
Fisheries
SFP and Hilborn Lab update the Fishery Improvement Project Database
Sustainable Fisheries Partnership and Hilborn Lab have launched the sixth version of the Fishery Improvement Project Database.
Fisheries
Study identifies factors affecting fishery health in Canada, offers management suggestions
Healthier fish stocks linked to fisheries management regions, more selective fishing gears, certification and high fishery value.