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IUCN designates right whales as severely endangered
The International Union for Conservation of Nature designated North Atlantic right whales as “critically endangered” on its Red List of Threatened Species.
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NOAA Fisheries Cancels Three Research Surveys
Due to the uncertainties created by the COVID pandemic and the challenges those are creating for NOAA Fisheries, we are cancelling three research surveys off the Northeast US.
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NOAA Seeks Input on New Seafood Taskforce
Recently, the White House issued an EO on Promoting American Seafood. As part of this effort, the Commerce Department and the USTR are co-chairing a Interagency Seafood Trade Task Force.
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Leaders say transparency is key to aquaculture
In a recent webinar hosted by the aquaculture technology investment firm Hatch, apanel of aquaculture leaders connected virtually to discuss the importance of sustainability in the industry.
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President Trump Could Be Right Whales Last Hope
The species was declared critically endangered on Thursday, with fewer than 450 left.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature Updates Classification of the North Atlantic Right Whales from Endangered to Critically Endangered
Seafood Industry Sinking From Virus Fallout Pleads for Bailouts
Mid-Atlantic Council Webinar – July 16, 2020
National Fisheries Institute Statement on COVID19 and the Safety of Imported Shrimp
NEFMC Discusses Skates, Atlantic Herring, Red Hake, EBFM, Habitat, and Research Priorities at June Meeting
OREGON: Newport restores water to commercial users
Ocean Acidification Threatens Bivalve Industry
Seafood stimulus: Cash flow and connections for rising stars
North Atlantic right whale gains official “critically endangered” classification by IUCN
New research reveals surprising differences between salmon species — helping consumers decide which ones to serve for dinner
This New App Uses AI To Grade Tuna Freshness
2020 Ambrose Jearld Lecture to Focus on Practices that Reduce Participation in STEM Fields
International conservation group designates right whales as critically endangered
Gulf Shrimp Fishery to Re-Open Off Texas on July 15, 2020
- NOAA Seeks Input on Recommendations for a Comprehensive Interagency Seafood Trade Strategy
- Virginia, Maryland, Massachusetts senators push Trump for aid for their states’ seafood industries
- Bipartisan Legislation Introduced Today Authorizes $3 Billion for Coastal Communities
Washington
- OREGON: Newport restores water to commercial users
- OREGON: Pacific Seafood’s Warrenton plant hit with another coronavirus case
- NEW JERSEY: Historic Viking Village is a hidden haven for shoppers and seafood lovers alike
State & Local
- TYSON FICK: Alaska’s fishing boats are weathering an unprecedented storm
- BRIAN PERKINS: A new wave of sustainable seafood to feed generations to come
- WALL STREET JOURNAL: All Hail the Lobster King
Opinion
- Seafood Industry Sinking From Virus Fallout Pleads for Bailouts
- Plant-based tuna brand Good Catch takes on fish burgers, crab cakes with frozen line
- Seafood stimulus: Cash flow and connections for rising stars
Economic Impact
- Gulf Shrimp Fishery to Re-Open Off Texas on July 15, 2020
- Offshore Wind Power: Present Challenges and Future Realities
- Delegation Calls for Trump to Restore Restrictions to Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Monument
Fisheries Management
- Coast Guard breaks up Mexican poachers’ red snapper incursion off Texas
- Coast Guard Commandant: Illegal Chinese Fishing a ‘National Security Challenge’ That Warrants U.S. Response
- Oversight of fishing vessels lacking, new analysis shows
Enforcement
- China Customs slowdown frustrating seafood suppliers
- U.K. Says EU Fishing Deal May Not Be Finalized Until December
- Drug trafficking could be putting ‘fragile fisheries’ at risk, study says
International Trade
- The International Union for Conservation of Nature Updates Classification of the North Atlantic Right Whales from Endangered to Critically Endangered
- International conservation group designates right whales as critically endangered
- Smooth Handfish Extinction Marks a Sad Milestone
Conservation & Environment
- Carlos Rafael gets early release from prison amid COVID-19 concerns
- 150 cannery workers are in forced quarantine at L.A. hotel without pay, suit claims
- Pacific Seafood reaches settlement with EPA over Clean Water Act violations
Legal
- Mid-Atlantic Council Webinar – July 16, 2020
- NEFMC Discusses Skates, Atlantic Herring, Red Hake, EBFM, Habitat, and Research Priorities at June Meeting
- Federal Fishery Council Seeks Applicants for Advisory Panel
