Bregal to sell Blue Harvest’s last dozen scallopers after deals for three others close
With scallop vessels and licenses commanding a value of between $5 million and $7m, the 12 could net between $60m and $84m
US tells shrimp harvesters to use turtle excluders
The devices have been required for decades in the larger, more common, offshore nets called otter trawls
Three crab harvesters rescued from sunken California vessel
The vessel's bilge pump stopped so the boat kept taking on water until it got into the alternator and the boat shut down and, eventually, sank
Maine declares 13 winners of elver fishing lottery
Elvers sold for $1,800 per pound in 2021, making them the most valuable marine resource in the state
Bipartisan bills would help US lobster harvesters pay for gear change
'While the funding authorized in this bill is far from a comprehensive solution, it would begin to help lobstermen cover the cost of complying with these misguided regulations' -- representative Jared Golden
Norwegian cod, haddock prices up across the board in week nine
Prices for both fresh and frozen whitefish products out of Norway rose notably in week nine, unseasonal for a time of year when catches are traditionally at their peak
Capelin boost sees Brim more than double its profits in 2021
Earnings in Q4 alone doubled year-on-year thanks to increased fishing and prices for herring and capelin
GAPP launching $1.5m media blitz pushing Alaska pollock
The 'Always On' marketing campaign will use social media influencers and traditional media, among others, to highlight the wild-caught fish's selling points
‘WSI Watch 2021’ highlights women’s progress, problems in seafood industry
More than 200 stories of women in 60 countries are included in the 110-page publication, which was released this week
UK retailers pull Russian fish from shelves
UK retailers Asda and Wm Morrison Supermarkets are removing some Russian fish products from sale, the companies told Undercurrent News