Seaweed a Nuisance, But Not Usually a Cause for Alarm

According to Carol Thornber, associate professor of biological sciences at University of Rhode Island, an abundance of seaweed shows up on the state’s beaches just about every year. It can be especially problematic on those beaches located in small...

Ben Tre Clam Fishery in Vietnam Receives Marine Stewardship Council Certification

The Ben Tre clam fishery in Vietnam has received Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification, becoming the first fishery in Southeast Asia to meet the organization’s sustainability and management standards.

Mauritius Seafood Exporters Worried By New E.U. Rules

Operators in the seafood sector in Mauritius are very anxious that they may lose some of the European seafood market following the decision of the European Union to impose new regulations concerning the export of seafood to the European market.

Australian Scientist Claims Cat Owners are Reducing World Fish Supplies

Cat owners who feed their pets with fish are contributing to overfishing, which is threatening fish stocks worldwide, Dr Giovanni Turchini of Deakin University, Australia claims. Dr Turchini said the global cat food industry consumes 2.48 million metric...