Aquaculture UK has been postponed for the second time because of the effects of the Covid-19 epidemic and will now be held this time next year.

The biennial event was originally scheduled to be held in Aviemore this week but was postponed until September.

Organisers have now abandoned that date, too, and will instead run the event from May 18-20 next year.

Diversified Communications UK, which bought Aquaculture UK from previous owner Benchmark earlier this year, said in a press release that while strict lockdown measures are expected to ease over the coming weeks in Scotland, social distancing and restrictions on mass gatherings will remain for the foreseeable future.

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A small-scale Indonesian fishery has become the first in the world to achieve certification from both the Marine Stewardship Council and Fair Trade.

The North Buru and Maluku Fair Trade Fishing Association tuna fishery, which operates using one- or two-man boats to catch yellowfin tuna using hooks and lines, is now certified to MSC’s Fisheries Standard. It is the first handline yellowfin tuna fishery in the world to be recognized under the MSC program, and the second fishery in Indonesia to earn such a certification distinction.

The Buru, Maluku Province-based fishery has been involved in a fishery improvement project (FIP) since April 2013. In October 2014, the fishery was certified under the Fair Trade USA Capture Fisheries Standard, and its crew of 123 fishers were organized in nine Fair Trade associations.  

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Young’s Seafood has launched a new marketing initiative designed to inspire the nation with more ways to enjoy fish more often.

The Young’s Kitchen comprises new recipes, ingredient swaps and hacks to help consumers prepare meals at home.

Supported by a paid digital, influencer and social media campaign, the initiative aimed to adapt to consumer feedback and showcase user-generated content, said Young’s.

Campaign content is available at youngsseafood.co.uk/recipes and on the processor’s Facebook and Instagram pages.

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The National Director of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Service -Sernapesca- of Chile, Alicia Gallardo, has highlighted that the strategic management of the organization that this year has had to adapt to the contingency due to the pandemic. This was indicated in the 2019 results presentation act, where he pointed out that the changes mainly affect the special control programs and the relationship with two key users of the service: artisanal fishermen and exporters.

Regarding the activity in 2019, Sernapesca highlights the implementation of a series of special measures for the more than 90 registered artisanal fishermen in Chile. The objective is to reduce processing times and allow remote registration and replacement requests to be made. During 2019, extraction and marketing processes were also supported, which allowed them to significantly improve their income.

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Brexit uncertainty on top on coronavirus spells trouble.

The Scottish comedian Limmy put it well. “WE’VE LEFT THE BREXIT IN THE OVEN!,” he tweeted. Jokes aside, the UK is still determined to leave the EU and with that comes the end of freedom of movement.

Now Brexit is back, warming on the kitchen table at least. On Monday, a new law to introduce a new post-Brexit immigration system for the UK was given initial approval by MPs, reported the BBC.

In January, SalmonBusiness reported that Home Secretary Priti Patel announced that the UK will not introduce a general low-skilled or temporary work route. Instead, a “points-based” immigration system which will be adapted in favour of those with higher skills.

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Citing high spot prices and a strong operational performance, SalMar achieved record operational earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) of almost NOK 1.07 billion (USD 107.1 million, EUR 977.8 million) in the first quarter of this year, up from NOK 806 million (USD 80.7 million, EUR 73.7 million) in Q1 2019.

“For the SalMar Group, the first quarter was very good. We posted the highest-ever operational EBIT in the company’s history, achieved through strong underlying operations, high volumes, and good prices. Central Norway in particular distinguished itself through solid performance in the quarter,” SalMar CEO Gustav Witzøe said.

The Norway-headquartered salmon farmer’s gross operating revenues of NOK 3.6 billion (USD 360.4 million, EUR 329 million) in the last quarter were up 22 percent year-on-year, while the harvest totaled 40,000 metric tons (MT), compared with 35,500 MT a year previously, and the operating EBIT per kilogram increased to NOK 26.61 (USD 2.66, EUR 2.43).

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Myanmar police say they have seized a huge haul of liquid fentanyl, the first time one of the dangerous synthetic opioids that have ravaged North America has been found in Asia’s Golden Triangle drug-producing region.

In a signal that Asia’s drug syndicates have moved into the lucrative opioid market, more than 3,700 liters of methylfentanyl was discovered by anti-narcotics police near Loikan village in Shan State in northeast Myanmar.

The seizure of the fentanyl derivative was part of Asia’s biggest-ever interception of illicit drugs, precursors and drug-making equipment, including 193 million methamphetamine tablets known as yaba. At 17.5 metric tons, the yaba almost equaled the amount seized in the previous two years in Myanmar.

The U.N. Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) said the scale of the bust was unprecedented and Myanmar’s anti-drug authorities had “dismantled a significant network” during a two-month operation involving police and military. Also seized were almost 163,000 liters and 35.5 metric tons of drug precursors, as well as weapons. There were more than 130 arrests.

In light of current market conditions, Hapag-Lloyd AG has announced that it will increase rates for all cargoes and all container types from East Asia to South America East Coast with effect from June 1, 2020 as follows:

USD 600 per Container

It’s here! The Alaska Air Cargo inaugural shipment of Copper River salmon made its way to Seattle from Cordova on the 15th morning, officially marking the start of the salmon season that is anticipated by seafood lovers throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

One taste is all it takes to fall in love with Copper River salmon. Known for its bright orange or red color and mouthwatering taste, anyone lucky enough to enjoy a fresh filet of this wild, not farmed, fish won’t be disappointed by its flavor and freshness.

The salmon made its way from the state of Alaska to Seattle this morning by Alaska Air Cargo – the first of many shipments expected this season, which runs now through September. 

The "Red Lobster" seafood restaurant,  plan to extend the "frozen snow crab 50% OFF" plan for take-out only until the end of July due to favorable reception.

Red Lobster has started takeout service from May 1st (Friday). They prepare menus centered around popular dishes that can be enjoyed by both families and alone, and strengthen efforts to help meals at home in order to contribute to everyone's life from a food perspective. 

Although they were implementing this project during the COVID-19 period, they have received a favorable response from many customers and asked for an extension of the period, so they decided to extend it until the end of July.

The crabs offered are available in three sizes: 500g, 1kg and 3kg. Especially, the 3kg crab is a masterpiece and the photo looks great.