Cflow has signed a contract with Salmon Evolution – the world’s largest land-based fish farming facility – for delivery of fish handling technology to the company’s second phase build-out at Indre Harøy, Norway. Cflow’s innovative solutions have thus been chosen for another large, Norwegian land-based aquaculture project, strengthening the company’s position as a leading technology supplier to sustainable salmon farming.
As part of the agreement, Cflow will supply fish handling that will ensure optimal animal welfare and sustainable production of Atlantic salmon
Advanced products and technologies in the livestock industry are being showcased at the Vietstock Expo & Forum that opened in HCM City last Wednesday.
Advanced products and technologies for the livestock industry are being showcased at the Vietstock Expo & Forum being held in HCM City from October 9 to 11. — VNS Photo Thu H?ng
The international feed, livestock, aquaculture, and meat exhibition is being held concurrently with the Aquaculture Vietnam expo to connect the livestock and aquaculture industries value chains.
The two have attracted more than 400 exhibitors from over 50 countries and territories, featuring breakthrough products, services and technologies for the livestock and aquaculture industries from leading businesses in Vi?t Nam and worldwide.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Phùng Ð?c Ti?n said over the past decade the livestock industry has maintained an annual growth rate of 5-7 per cent.
A series of conferences and technical seminars such as the Biosecurity Asia Forum, the international aquaculture Vietnam conference, the emission control in livestock conference, and animal health and poultry farming seminars will delve into pressing issues facing the livestock and aquaculture industries, offering a platform for experts to share best practices, explore innovative solutions, and discuss the future of the sectors, he said.
The expos, being held at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre, will run until Friday.
Artisanal giant squid (dosidicus gigas) fishermen from the Piura region will take to the streets to make their demands heard. They denounce the shortage of squid due to illegal fishing from China.
A maritime march has been scheduled Today in Piura, in response to the recent publication by the Ministry of Production (Produce) of a Supreme Decree aimed at preventing and eradicating illegal fishing in Peru.
Although this regulation seeks to close the loophole that allowed the uncontrolled entry of Asian vessels into Peruvian waters, the industrial and artisanal fishermen's unions warn that, despite its implementation, the presence of Chinese vessels without satellite control persists.
In response, the Association of Artisanal Fishermen of the Piura Region, the Fishermen and Shipowners Union, and SONAPESCAL have called for a mobilization Today, October 10, at 9:00 a.m. in the San Isidro human settlement, in Paita, Piura. The invitation extends to the neighboring coves.
The unions urgently request that the situation of the giant squid (Dosidicus gigas) be declared in emergency and demand the dismissal of four ministers: Production, Transportation and Communications, Defense and Foreign Trade.
In addition, they have announced that if there are no improvements in their sector, they will carry out a strike in Lima in November.
In week 41 of 2024, wholesale prices for frozen pollock in South Korea have experienced a modest increase across all sizes (6, 7, 8, and 9 pieces per box).
By the end of September 2024, South Korea had imported 105,136 tons of frozen pollock, marking a 1% decrease from 106,596 tons imported in 2023. This volume represents 16.1% of the country’s total seafood imports.
The total value of frozen pollock imports reached USD 105.14 million, reflecting a 10% decline from USD 101.10 million during the same period in 2023. The average import price for frozen pollock until September 2024 was USD 0.96 per kilogram, down 9% from USD 1.06 per kilogram in 2023. Prices varied by country, with Russia at USD 0.96/kg, the United States at USD 1.25/kg, and China at USD 1.61/kg.
Domestically, wholesale prices for frozen pollock are as follows: the 7-piece size is approximately KRW 39,500, while the 8-piece size is about KRW 29,500. The price for the 8-piece size has decreased by 3.3% from KRW 30,500 in August 2024 and by 13.2% from KRW 34,000 in June 2024.
The National Chamber of Aquaculture (CNA) estimates that the power cuts announced by the National Electricity Operator Cenace for the country's industrial sector could cause a drop of USD 75 million per month in shrimp exports, with effects that could worsen as the days go by.
This measure, which contemplates cuts of up to 14 hours a day for 15 days, will seriously affect the productive chain of the shrimp sector.
The power cuts, which began this week, are already impacting the production of balanced feed for shrimp, vital for the industry.
In addition, the packing plants face similar difficulties, with interruptions of up to 13 hours a day, complicating the export process.
"The scenario proposed by CENACE places the shrimp sector in a critical situation. The lack of balanced feed, which we have already begun to register, not only affects current production, but will also force a reduction in planting densities, which means a lower export volume right in a season of greater demand,” said José Antonio Camposano, president of the CNA.
Camposano stressed the need to have predictable rationing schedules and manageable time slots to mitigate the impacts.
Bolton Group, the family-owned Italian food producer, has announced plans to close its fish canning factory in Quimper, located in north-west France.
The facility, which produces canned mackerel and sardines, is expected to cease operations by the end of 2024, as reported by Just Food.
In explaining the decision to close the production plant, the company stated: “Since 2020, we have faced a significant decline in sales due to changing consumer preferences, rising production costs, inflation, and market share erosion resulting from the gradual rise of private labels.”
These factors have led to“excess production capacity,” affecting “all of the group’s European plants and necessitating a rationalization of production.”
The company has held meetings with employees at the Quimper plant to discuss the closure and possible social support measures.
Bolton also confirmed that production of its canned fish brands will likely be moved to Spain or Agadir, Morocco, following the closure. Approximately 155 permanent jobs are at risk as a result of this decision.
The Norwegian government will increase the compensation scheme for the fishing fleet for CO2 emissions from 153.6 million Norwegian kroner (13.1 million euros) to 500.4 million Norwegian kroner (42.7 million euros).
This compensation scheme applies to taxes paid in 2024. The increase in the subsidy programme takes into account the increase in the CO2 tax from 2023-2024. "When there are no real fossil-free alternatives, the tax becomes only a higher operating cost," explains the Norwegian Executive. The compensation scheme was created in 2020 to facilitate the restructuring of the fishing fleet, with the expectation that it would be phased out gradually.
Source: Fishing Industries l Read the full article here
The Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made a firm proposal to the Chinese Embassy in Hanoi over the actions of Chinese security forces and has demanded that China fully respect Vietnam's sovereignty over the Hoang Sa Archipelago. Several countries and international organisations have expressed concern over the brutal behaviour of Chinese law enforcement forces against Vietnamese fishermen operating in Vietnam's Hoang Sa (Paracel) Archipelago area.
A new draft South East Marine Parks Management Plan has been unveiled by Tanya Plibersek MP, Minister for the Environment and Water. But while it has been designed to bolster marine biodiversity protection, some industry leaders say the plan has introduced new challenges. They have warned that while there are wins for conservation, the reduced fishing access will have unintended consequences and consumers are likely to face higher seafood prices as fisheries grapple with shrinking grounds and rising costs.
Qingdao, China-based Meichu Foods has launched a new salmon snack, with the rollout providing further evidence of salmon’s staying power in the Chinese market.
Meichu has rolled out the Salmon Cheese Roll and is one of several firms in the country that has focused on premium seafood imports, selling its products under the Wo Ai Yu brand.
Author: Mark Godfrey / SeafoodSource l Read the full article here
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This measure, which contemplates cuts of up to 14 hours a day for 15 days, will seriously affect the productive chain of the shrimp sector.
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The Norwegian government will increase the compensation scheme for the fishing fleet for CO2 emissions from 153.6 million Norwegian kroner (13.1 million euros) to 500.4 million Norwegian kroner (42.7 million euros).
The Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made a firm proposal to the Chinese Embassy in Hanoi over the actions of Chinese security forces and has demanded that China fully respect Vietnam's sovereignty over the Hoang Sa Archipelago. Several countries and international organisations have expressed concern over the brutal behaviour of Chinese law enforcement forces against Vietnamese fishermen operating in Vietnam's Hoang Sa (Paracel) Archipelago area.
AUSTRALIA
A new draft South East Marine Parks Management Plan has been unveiled by Tanya Plibersek MP, Minister for the Environment and Water. But while it has been designed to bolster marine biodiversity protection, some industry leaders say the plan has introduced new challenges. They have warned that while there are wins for conservation, the reduced fishing access will have unintended consequences and consumers are likely to face higher seafood prices as fisheries grapple with shrinking grounds and rising costs. 
CHINA
Qingdao, China-based Meichu Foods has launched a new salmon snack, with the rollout providing further evidence of salmon’s staying power in the Chinese market.
