Malaysia received a completed food safety standards questionnaire from Thailand, a key step towards potentially lifting its ban on five species of Thai shrimp imposed on June 1. The ban was a response to Thailand's increased inspections of Malaysian sea bass.
A 10-year-old boy with 20 severe allergies, including seafood and nuts, travels 5,000 miles to California every 12 weeks for a four-year allergy elimination program. His mother states the NHS in the UK could not help his complex condition, which costs £30,000 annually.
South Korea's foreign ministry stated Japan has not formally requested talks regarding Seoul's ban on seafood imports from Fukushima and neighboring regions, imposed due to radiation concerns after the 2011 nuclear disaster. The ban remains in place to protect public health, with consumer confidence in safety needing restoration before it can be lifted.
Traces of an antibiotic used on farmed salmon were detected in wild seafood 14km away in Tasmania, prompting temporary fishery closures and concerns for export markets. The government confirmed the low-level detection, which follows a previous incident and a mass fish mortality event.
An antibiotic used on farmed salmon in Tasmania was detected in wild seafood 14km from the treatment site, prompting concerns for the seafood export industry and leading to temporary fishery closures.
Seocheon County, South Korea, will host the 16th Janghang Port Seafood Festival from May 29 to June 7, featuring cuttlefish and cuttlefish. The festival offers a chance to enjoy fresh, seasonal seafood at affordable prices alongside nearby tourist attractions.
Schriftsteller Leif Randt spricht in Thessaloniki über seine Methode, die "Millennial-Chronik" und die Kritik an seinen Protagonisten. Er reflektiert über Selbstbeobachtung, Hedonismus und die "Haltung" beim Schreiben.
Architect Anthony Burke discusses Sydney's new $800m fish market, lauded by Time magazine. He critiques Australian housing for being too large, poorly insulated, and contributing to loneliness, advocating for smaller, community-focused living models and a radical shift in home design.
A US nonprofit petitions the government to sanction China for alleged shark finning practices by its distant water fishing fleets, potentially leading to a ban on Chinese seafood imports.
South Australia's seafood industry is experiencing price increases and a potential 5-10 year recovery period due to an algal bloom and fishing restrictions in Gulf St Vincent. Popular species like King George Whiting and calamari are affected, with the gulf's closure extended to May 2027.
Russia's fish and seafood exports to China rose 13% in volume and 46% in value from January to April 2026, reaching 550,000 tons worth over $1.6 billion, according to the Fish Union.
Mumbai's Koli women are transforming their traditional fish trade into a corporate venture with Daryavardi Producer Company Limited. This community-owned enterprise, inspired by the Amul model, focuses on streamlined operations, product development, and modern marketing. Learning about improved packaging, they aim to elevate their business from a cottage industry to a significant player in the Blue Economy.
The owners of a Bunbury seafood business raise money to fund a legal challenge against the WA government's controversial demersal fishing ban.
The average price of exported products surpassed $3,000 per ton
Hong Kong's catering sector anticipates a 5% year-on-year business increase during the Labour Day golden week (May 1-5), driven by mainland Chinese visitors' growing interest in hiking and sailing yachts. Industry leaders say the trend is benefiting seafood restaurants in Sai Kung and outlying islands, while Middle East tensions inadvertently helping by pushing travelers toward shorter regional trips.
Russia's fish and seafood imports from China increased by 20% in physical terms and 11% in value in Q1 2026 to 26,000 metric tons worth $99 mln, according to the Fish Union. Frozen Pacific mackerel imports surged 25% in volume and 110% in value to 8,000 tons ($17 mln), while frozen saury imports jumped 2.5 times physically and three times in value to 5,000 tons ($10 mln).
A rare two-colored lobster with brown on one side and bright orange on the other has been donated to Woods Hole Science Aquarium in Falmouth, Massachusetts. The crustacean was caught by fishermen off Cape Cod on April 16 and gifted by Wellfleet Shellfish Company in Eastham. The two-toned pattern runs from head to tail, a phenomenon that can occur when two lobster eggs fuse and grow as one animal. The lobster will be displayed when the aquarium reopens.
Ming Kee Seafood Restaurant, the sole eatery on Hong Kong's southernmost Po Toi Island, may close after half a century. The owner, Leung (in his seventies), said business has declined and he might be forced to shut at the end of next month if he cannot find a partner. The restaurant was popular with boaters anchoring in Tai Wan bay and specialised in seafood dishes like deep-fried salt and pepper squid.
Dünyanın en büyük deniz ürünleri fuarı Seafood Expo Global'de Türkiye, 25 firma ile milli katılım sağladı. Sektör temsilcileri, 2025'te 2,2 milyar doları aşan ihracatı 2026'da 2,5 milyar dolara çıkarmayı hedefliyor.
The UK and EU are close to finalising a sanitary and phytosanitary agreement to reduce Brexit trade barriers. The deal would end physical checks on farm produce and eliminate £200 veterinary certificates, while potentially removing "Not for EU" labelling requirements. It could significantly boost Scottish langoustine and oyster exports, though customs, VAT and safety declarations will still be required. The agreement involves "dynamic alignment" with EU rules, though critics argue the UK has leverage for a mutual recognition approach instead.
BJP candidates in West Bengal are campaigning with fish as a prop to appeal to local voters, transforming a culinary staple into political theatre. The practice comes as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee warns that the BJP threatens Bengal's fish-and-rice culture, while the party pushes back against claims it will prohibit fish consumption. Fish carries deep cultural significance in Bengal, where 65.7% of people consume it weekly, making it a powerful symbol of identity and belonging.
