Tradex CEO Reierson: Move fast on North American product
'[S]ource as much North American product as possible - and sooner than later' -- Robert Reierson, CEO and president, Tradex Foods
Japan’s revoking of Russian tariff preferences could hit $1.24bn worth of imports
Japan's decision to revoke Russia's 'most favored nation' status would hit imports of roe, crab, sockeye salmon and sea urchin, likely driving up sushi prices
Alaska seafood industry mourns loss of legislative friend, giant Don Young
'His delivery and dialogue were often called colorful, but his passion and commitment were never questioned' -- John Connelly, National Fisheries Institute
Fish Factor: Alaska hatcheries contribute 1/3 to total salmon catch; BOF tussle continues; ASG grants
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EU importers plea for relaxed regulation as raw material for Ukraine fills ports
Imported fish originally intended for Ukraine is arriving in European harbors, where it faces destruction or waste unless current certificate regulations are relaxed
Big US exporter to Ukraine not yet able to answer plea for more seafood
'Currently, Ukraine is in dire need of replenishment of food stocks, in particular in the part of fish products' -- public plea from Ukraine's Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food
US issues orders to enforce Russian seafood ban, sets March 25 deadline
Imports must arrive by no later than '12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time, March 25, 2022'
Alaska senator believes Biden order will stop Russian seafood processed in China
'So if it goes to China for processing, which a lot of it does, that is still subject to these tariffs and this blockade' -- Alaska senator Dan Sullivan
Russian fisheries in danger of losing MSC label over auditor group’s decision
'While respecting our contractual obligations with [conformity assessment bodies] and scheme owners, ASI will limit its activities in Russia where possible'
Fish Factor: Alaska fishing activity picks up; BOF nominees unclear; Fish waste in your nylons
Undercurrent News is featuring 'Fish Factor', a weekly column featuring the reporting and perspective of Alaska seafood journalist Laine Welch