IN BRIEF - Russia doubles shrimp imports from China — Fish Union
RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Monday, November 04, 2024
Russian imports of shrimp from China in the first 9 months of 2024 doubled compared to the same period last year and amounted to 2.7 thousand tons, according to calculations by the Analytical Center of the Fish Union.
Experts note that the bulk of the growth was provided by the Vannamei shrimp, while supplies of northern shrimp decreased by 3 times compared to the same period in 2023, to 0.2 thousand tons.
“This dynamic is observed against the backdrop of an increase in the volume of Russian northern shrimp catch by 18%, to 23.4 thousand tons (as of October 22),” the union’s statement says .
Infographics: Analytical Center of the Fish Union
In monetary terms, shrimp supplies for January-September this year were 75% higher than last year and reached $12.5 million.
Among the main destinations for Chinese shrimp exports, analysts named Malaysia, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Spain. Russia's share is only 2% by weight and less than 1% by value.
The El Niño climate pattern is expected to trigger severe marine heatwaves, leading to a significant decline in Indian oil sardine availability in 2027, according to the ICAR-Central Marine Research Institute (CMFRI).
Speaking at the inauguration of a scientist–farmer interface programme to mark National Fish Farmers Day at CMFRI on 10 July, CMFRI director Grinson George warned that the warming associated with El Niño is expected to intensify between October and December. The resulting impact is likely to be felt across the northern Indian Ocean by April or May 2027.
Source: The Fish Site | Read the full article here
IceFish attracts visitors from across Iceland and from over 60 other countries. The three-day event focuses on commercial fishing and Aquaculture and offers a wide range of exhibitors from across the sectors.
This year there will be Danish and Faroese pavilions and a strong exhibitor presence from Norway. The exhibition has growing international importance and there are exhibitors from fifteen other countries including Germany, Spain, Canada and the UK.
Naturally occurring compounds such as geosmin and 2-methylisoborneol (MIB) are two of the leading causes of poor flavour, writes Asbjørn Husby. As producers increasingly adopt more efficient production models, taking control of these compounds is vital.
Geosmin and MIB are naturally occurring organic compounds produced by microorganisms commonly found in aquaculture ponds and recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS). Even at extremely low concentrations, once these compounds have been absorbed, it can lead to fish containing undesirable flavours, such as earthy or musty tastes, which are easily noticed by consumers.
With a presence in sectors such as mining, transportation, infrastructure, data centers, energy, and—of course—aquaculture, WSP has focused its expertise and technical capabilities on generating solutions that add value to its clients' businesses and position them for future success.
With extensive experience in consulting, engineering, and integrated solutions, WSP—an international company based in Montreal, Canada—has established itself as a strategic partner for the country's key industries. In southern Chile, its relationship with the aquaculture sector has developed over more than two decades; this track record has enabled the company to gain deep insight into the region, the specific characteristics of the sector, and the challenges it faces regarding growth, sustainability, and innovation.
Chinese agribusiness Joyvio has requested a new arbitration in its long-running legal dispute with the former owners of Chilean salmon farmer Australis Seafoods, following the annulment of a compensation award worth around $300 million (€258 million).
According to Chilean newspaper El Mercurio, Joyvio has asked the Arbitration and Mediation Center (CAM) of the Santiago Chamber of Commerce to appoint a new arbitration panel, arguing that the Santiago Court of Appeals overturned the previous award but did not invalidate the underlying arbitration proceedings.
Source: SalmonBusiness | Read the full article here
The spot price of market-influencing Norwegian farmed salmon increased by NOK 1.44 (£0.11) per kilo, up to NOK 64.30 (£5.12) per kilo, in week 28, according to sector statistic provider Akvafakta.
That price is NOK 1.5 above the same week last year. If we compare it to the same week two years ago, the price is down by NOK 9.62, writes Fish Farming Expert's Norwegian sister site, Kyst.no.
If we look at the trend for the last four weeks, the price is down NOK 0.64.
Author: Ole Andreas Drønen / fishfarmingexpert | Read the full article here
Reshaping seafood purchasing with quality, health and trusted certification, new global ASC research reveals.
Global study of almost 15,000 consumers shows growing interest in sustainable seafood, with trusted certification increasingly helping shoppers buy with confidence.
Consumer interest in sustainable food is growing rapidly, with a more than 10 percentage point increase since 2024 in consumers who say they prefer environmentally friendly products and look for sustainability claims on food. Yet when shoppers buy seafood, health, taste and quality still come first. Trusted certification is increasingly helping consumers turn their sustainability intentions into purchasing decisions.
The Ministry of Fisheries, with the support of the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM) of the UNFood and Agriculture Organization (FAO), has commissioned the Spanish Institute of Oceanography (IEO-CSIC) to conduct an international scientific campaign. Launched yesterday and running until July 22, the campaign will assess the impact of semi-pelagic trawl doors—known as "flying doors"—on the seabed. The survey will take place in waters off the coast of Alicante (Mediterranean), where the switch from conventional doors has allowed the fishing fleet to increase its days of activity.
Source: La Voz de Galicia | Read the full article here
Morocco currently has 224 active aquaculture projects with an annual production capacity of around 90,000 tonnes, "reflecting growing investor confidence in the sector's potential and the effectiveness of established support schemes." This was highlighted during the 27th session of the Board of Directors of the National Agency for the Development of Aquaculture (ANDA), held this Tuesday, July 14, and chaired by Zakia Driouich, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development and Water and Forests.
The agenda for this ANDA Board of Directors meeting covered the Agency's achievements during the 2025 fiscal year, an assessment of progress on key projects launched within the sector, and a review of prospects for aquaculture development.
Source: iPac.acuicultura | Read the full article here
In 2023, the European Commission highlighted what is likely one of the major structural challenges facing the fishing industry since the establishment of the 200-mile exclusive economic zones: the need to begin addressing the decarbonization of the fishing sector.
It is worth putting that moment into context. Three years ago, the sector was still reeling from the chain of crises that had erupted at the start of the decade—most notably the war in Ukraine and its massive impact on fuel prices. Rising operating costs and the blow to corporate profitability—stemming from a heavy reliance on fossil fuels—forced Europe and individual states to mobilize funds to ensure the survival of businesses.
Source: Industrias Pesqueras | Read the full article here
Closer Does Not Mean More Abundant: Tuna Shifts Its Map in the Pacific Worldwide
The warming of the Pacific is modifying the distribution of several tuna species in the Eastern Pacific, temporarily bringing them closer to the California coast. For the industry, this signal does no...
RUSSIAN FEDERATION
INDIA
The El Niño climate pattern is expected to trigger severe marine heatwaves, leading to a significant decline in Indian oil sardine availability in 2027, according to the ICAR-Central Marine Research Institute (CMFRI).
ICELAND
It’s under nine weeks until the 
UNITED STATES
Naturally occurring compounds such as geosmin and 2-methylisoborneol (MIB) are two of the leading causes of poor flavour, writes Asbjørn Husby. As producers increasingly adopt more efficient production models, taking control of these compounds is vital.
CHILE
With a presence in sectors such as mining, transportation, infrastructure, data centers, energy, and—of course—aquaculture, WSP has focused its expertise and technical capabilities on generating solutions that add value to its clients' businesses and position them for future success..png)
Chinese agribusiness 
NORWAY
The spot price of market-influencing Norwegian farmed salmon increased by NOK 1.44 (£0.11) per kilo, up to NOK 64.30 (£5.12) per kilo, in week 28, according to sector statistic provider Akvafakta.
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Global study of almost 15,000 consumers shows growing interest in sustainable seafood, with trusted certification increasingly helping shoppers buy with confidence.
SPAIN
The Ministry of Fisheries, with the support of the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM) of the UN 
MOROCCO
Morocco currently has 224 active aquaculture projects with an annual production capacity of around 90,000 tonnes, "reflecting growing investor confidence in the sector's potential and the effectiveness of established support schemes." This was highlighted during the 27th session of the Board of Directors of the National Agency for the Development of Aquaculture (ANDA), held this Tuesday, July 14, and chaired by Zakia Driouich, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development and Water and Forests.
EUROPEAN UNION
In 2023, the European Commission highlighted what is likely one of the major structural challenges facing the fishing industry since the establishment of the 200-mile exclusive economic zones: the need to begin addressing the decarbonization of the fishing sector.
