Other Media | Fish Farmer: Salmon prices stall again
NORWAY
Friday, December 04, 2020
The rise in salmon prices which sent a few industry pulses racing just over a week ago seems to have been short-lived, the latest figures from Norway suggest.
Fresh or chilled salmon fell back by 1.9 per cent to NOK 47.67 between week 47 and week 48, which is higher than the 1.3 per cent increase reported by Statistics Norway last month. Prices are now more than 24 per cent than this time last year. However, export levels at 24,964 tonnes in week 48 were slightly up.
The price per kilo of frozen salmon (excluding by products) at NOK 50.44, was 4.4 per cent lower than the week before and 15.7 per cent lower than the same week in 2019. In the period, 496 kilos of frozen salmon were exported. This is an increase of 70.4 per cent from week 47.
Author: Vince McDonagh / Fish Farmer | Read the full articlehere
As recurrent droughts erode the reliability of rain-fed agriculture in Zimbabwe, small-scale farmers are increasingly turning to aquaculture as a climate-resilient alternative. In the eastern district of Chimanimani, fishponds are emerging as a dependable source of food and income.
Years of erratic rainfall and rising temperatures have made traditional crop farming increasingly unpredictable across rural Zimbabwe. In response, farmers like Olinda Tuso are diversifying their livelihoods. Behind her home in Chimanimani, Tuso manages a modest 10-by-10-metre fishpond that now supports her household nutrition and generates income.
Although Chimanimani is known for its mountainous terrain, even its low-lying areas have suffered repeated droughts over the past five years.
Norway, the United Kingdom, Iceland, and the Faroe Islands have reduced their quotas by 48%, while the EU27 have cut their fishing opportunities by 70%.
The first Council of Ministers of Agriculture and Fisheries meeting under Cyprus's leadership was packed with various items, many related to fisheries. New measures to the Fisheries Control Regulations, championed by Spain, were one such item, as was the amendment to the Mediterranean regulations. However, another item, not signed by the Spanish government but openly supported, concerns the total allowable catch for mackerel in the Northeast Atlantic.
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Professionals from traditional fishmongers, represented by Fedepesca, denounce the “ongoing media harassment” surrounding fish and aquaculture products. They are doing so now, after the Christmas season, a particularly sensitive time when, they point out, “there were countless news reports about anisakis, antibiotics, and other well-known and controlled risks for which health authorities have issued simple recommendations to the public,” making them completely safe.
These alarmist reports, “lacking any journalistic rigor or respect for those who work in the sector”—and which occur not only during the Christmas season but also during periods of low news coverage—only succeed, the fish retailers lament, in creating unfounded distrust that drives consumers away from products essential to a healthy diet
Source: iPac.acuicultura | Read the full article here
A Scottish fishery that plays a major part in sustaining a whole island community has been certified to the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Standard for sustainable fishing for a third time, securing a prosperous future for the shellfish fishermen of the Shetland Islands and the surrounding marine environment.
The good news about the Shetland Shellfish Management Organisation (SSMO) brown crab and scallop fishery’s MSC recertification extends to consumers too, as the scallops are widely available across the UK in branches of Waitrose and Whole Foods.
Icelandic salmon farmer Kaldvik has issued a profit warning, citing weaker prospects for the first quarter of 2026 following early harvesting and a decline in salmon prices.
In a statement released on Friday, the company said several factors since its third-quarter presentation had negatively affected its outlook. As a result, Kaldvik said it may be at risk of breaching one or more financial covenants under its senior loan facility during the first quarter or later in 2026.
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Norwegian salmon farmer SalMar has been included in the Global 100 list of the world’s most sustainable companies, published in connection with the World Economic Forum in Davos.
The Global 100 ranking is compiled by analysis and media company Corporate Knights and assesses sustainability performance across all industries.
In the 2026 edition, 8,229 companies were analysed, with the top 100 qualifying for inclusion.SalMar said it was the highest-ranked Norwegian company on this year’s list and also ranked top globally within food and beverage production.
The Supreme Council for Environment of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China have signed an implementing agreement to enhance cooperation in aquaculture, fish farming and fisheries.
The agreement falls under the fifth phase of the technical cooperation programme between the two countries and aims to strengthen collaboration in environmental protection, food security and sustainable development.
The agreement was signed by Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs. The signing ceremony was attended by Ni Ruchi, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Bahrain, who conveyed the agreement signed on behalf of China by Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao.
Dr. Bin Daina said the agreement supports Bahrain’s national priorities to enhance food security and develop fisheries resources, highlighting the depth of strategic relations between the two countries. He noted that the project seeks to advance Bahrain’s aquaculture sector through an integrated facility using modern technologies, promoting technology transfer, capacity building and environmental sustainability.
Ambassador Ni Ruchi said the agreement represents a significant step in bilateral cooperation, reaffirming China’s commitment to supporting the project through technical expertise and advanced technologies.
Bakkafrost has been included in the Corporate Knights 2026 Global 100, the annual ranking of the world’s most sustainable companies. The company is ranked 83rd globally and second within the Food and Beverage Manufacturing Group.
The Global 100 list is compiled by research and media company Corporate Knights and was published on Wednesday at the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos. The ranking evaluates publicly traded companies with revenues exceeding US$1 billion, based on measurable sustainability performance linked to products and services.
Bakkafrost’s inclusion reflects continued, organisation-wide efforts to strengthen sustainability across its operations and value chain. The recognition aligns with the company’s strategy of meeting high international standards for sustainability and transparency, focusing on responsible resource use, minimising environmental impact, respecting people, and creating long-term value for stakeholders and society.
Recently, the Qushan ship of the First Bureau of the China Coast Guard seized two fishing vessels engaged in illegal fishing within its jurisdictional waters.
The vessels were carrying nearly 6,800 boxes of fish, totaling over 50 tons. Neither vessel was operating within its designated fishing area, and both had deliberately altered their hull numbers, raising suspicion of illegal fishing activities.
Subsequently, the bureau seized two additional fishing vessels in the same jurisdictional waters, confiscating 2,000 boxes of fish, weighing approximately 4 tons, on site. Neither vessel was fishing within its designated operating area, and both were using nets inconsistent with approved fishing methods. Furthermore, the original hull numbers on both vessels had been painted over with black paint, further indicating suspected illegal fishing.
At present, both cases are under further investigation.
Shetland’s whitefish fleet has received a welcome boost, with nine young men joining crews over the past year despite ongoing pressure from swingeing quota cuts.
Hailing from communities across the isles, the new recruits are gaining experience at sea while looking ahead to long-term careers in the industry, with several already aspiring to become skippers. Their stories feature in the Shetland Fishermen Yearbook 2026, which highlights a renewed sense of optimism within the sector.
Shetland Fishermen’s Association executive officer Sheila Keith said the influx showed the resilience of the local fishing community. “Despite mounting pressures on fisheries, there’s a growing interest among young people in joining the industry. It’s a reminder that the spirit of Shetland’s fishing community remains strong and worth fighting for.”
Among the recruits is 16-year-old Geordie Nicolson of Aith, who joined the Arcturus shortly after leaving school and hopes to work towards his skipper’s ticket. Fellow Aith school leaver Josh Duncan, also 16, has taken up a berth on the Venture with similar ambitions.
Others include Sonny Anderson, 18, fishing aboard the Alison Kay under his father’s command, and Eli Gadsby, 16, who joined the Copious after approaching the skipper directly. Several more young crew member
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NORWAY
Fresh or chilled salmon fell back by 1.9 per cent to NOK 47.67 between week 47 and week 48, which is higher than the 1.3 per cent increase reported by Statistics Norway last month. Prices are now more than 24 per cent than this time last year. However, export levels at 24,964 tonnes in week 48 were slightly up.
ZIMBABWE
WORLDWIDE
Norway, the United Kingdom, Iceland, and the Faroe Islands have reduced their quotas by 48%, while the EU27 have cut their fishing opportunities by 70%.
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Professionals from traditional fishmongers, represented by Fedepesca, denounce the “ongoing media harassment” surrounding fish and aquaculture products. They are doing so now, after the Christmas season, a particularly sensitive time when, they point out, “there were countless news reports about anisakis, antibiotics, and other well-known and controlled risks for which health authorities have issued simple recommendations to the public,” making them completely safe.
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A Scottish fishery that plays a major part in sustaining a whole island community has been certified to the 
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