Efforts should be made to rein in the use of scouting supply vessels, according to Atuna readers that responded to the latest homepage poll. Just nine percent of voters believe that the use of...
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IO Fleets Struggle To Meet Cannery Demand
Indian Ocean fleets are experiencing slow tuna catch rates, meaning that the supply pipeline to regional canneries is relatively unfilled, reflecting a similar situation as in the Western...
‘Month Of Tuna’: Ruta Del Atún Kicks Off In Spain
Cadiz, in the south of Spain, will this evening begin its month-long celebration of bluefin tuna and the traditional trap fisheries that have provided the region with jobs, culture, and food,...
PNA Tuna Innovations Praised By UN
The United Nations is applauding the PNA for its efforts when it comes to the conservation of tuna stocks and the different innovative measures it has taken to responsibly manage its rich...
Lack Of Transactions Creates Virtual BKK Skipjack Price
A distinct lack of supply, but relatively strong demand from packers, is creating a virtual Bangkok skipjack price, in which the buying side is willing to pay elevated price levels, in the...
Atlantic Bluefin Ruled Not Endangered
Canada's Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) has made a final decision on the status of Atlantic bluefin, opting not to declare it as an endangered species, after a process of long...
“Most Tuna Stock Assessments Are Widely Uncertain”
Most stock assessments remain widely uncertain or false because they are very difficult to estimate, argues one renowned tuna scientist. The continuous growth of new national fleets, of which...
EU Fleet Extends Costly Indian Ocean Access
Allowing for up to 85 EU vessels to fish for tuna and tuna-like species in Indian Ocean waters, the European Union has ratified another four year agreement to access Mauritius’ EEZ, a deal...
Global Sustainability Underlined On World Tuna Day
As today’s global celebrations of World Tuna Day are well underway, many are taking the opportunity to speak up on issues regarding the sustainability of vital tuna stocks. While there are...
Major IO Canneries Concerned Over Short Supply
There will be a direct impact on the tuna processing activity of Mauritius and the Seychelles, should the current yellowfin quotas in the Indian Ocean be sustained, resulting in short supply...
Yellowfin Catch Cut Causes “Race To Fish” In IO
The formulation of an IOTC agreement for purse seiners to cut their Indian Ocean yellowfin catches by an average of 15 percent this year, is causing a race to fish scenario in the region,...
Greenseas To Finally Fulfill FAD-Free Promise
Australian canned tuna brand Greenseas was the first major brand in the country to promise to stop sourcing tuna caught using FADs in 2012. After failing to stick to its 2015 deadline, it has...
Japan’s Quota Breach Not Over Yet
Japan's fishermen have confirmed predictions by exceeding their immature Pacific bluefin quota for the year, and it seems likely that the country's total catch of this species will continue to...
Indonesia Marks Clear Definition Of Strict IUU Boundary
Allowing for clearer identification of trespassing vessels, Indonesia has agreed with the Philippines to put a stronger mark on the boundaries of the nations’ EEZs. Ultimately, it will help to...
EU Fisheries Policy Found Inconsistently Enforced
There are problems with the design of the control rules of the EU's Common Fisheries Policy (CFP), which are also being implemented inconsistently by member states, according to the findings...
New US Import Rules: Industry Pushes For Quick Court Decision
A chunk of the US industry is hoping for a quick decision from the ruling judge, as the issue of the implementation of new seafood import rules to boost traceability and reduce IUU, proceeds...
MSC On Social Responsibility: “Don’t Want To Over-Promise”
The issue of labor standards was discussed by the MSC at the Seafood Expo Global in Brussels this week, with the organization, celebrating 20 years, stating that if it is to develop social...
Ensis Hopeful On Getting Back MSC For Yellowfin
Maldivian tuna firm, Ensis fisheries, is focused strongly on getting back MSC certification for its yellowfin catch, stating that it sees big potential for expansion of this product line in...
Japan Told To Wise Up Over Quotas
Japan has caused "great frustration" regarding its inability to stick to Pacific bluefin quotas, following reports that the nation's fishermen are on the verge of exceeding their allotment for...
MSC Maps Areas For Double Growth
MSC has set out a new long-term strategy, which, in the near future, includes the target of having 20 percent of the world's catch in its program by 2020, with a particular focus on the...