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Fri. Jun 5 2026

NL and Seafood Industry Seeks Federal Support to Maintain Marine Atlantic's Essential Service Status

Norwegian Seafood Exports Face Continued US Market Pressure in May

ANALYSIS: Copper River Sockeye Prices Decline Faster Than Last Year  

Trump Customs Order Tightens US Import Scrutiny as Tariff Fight Broadens

USDA Awards $848,160 Catfish Contract to Single Mississippi Producer

Industry Applauds FDA Approval of "Golden Sea Bream" Marketing Name for Rhode Island Scup  

Russia Targets US, China Market Share in Japanese Fish Imports

FAIRR Seafood Benchmark Exposes Industry ESG Weaknesses, Pollution Risks

Fresh Promotions Power Summer Traffic Push Across Foodservice

America Turns 250. Shuckin' Shack is Throwing the Party.

Thu. Jun 4 2026

Quinlan Sues Newfoundland Government Over 2024 Seizure of $500K Worth of Crab  

Oregon Coastal Lawmakers Urge DEQ to Ease Pressure on Pacific Seafood Amid $3.2M Fine

ANALYSIS: Vietnam Shrimp Exports Rebound in Q1, Driven by China Demand and Seasonal Recovery  

USTR Proposes 25% Tariff on Brazil, Sparking Seafood Industry Concerns

FDA Issues Warning Letters to Boston Importer Stavis, Georgia Processor Over HACCP Violations

Japan's Import of Norwegian Mackerel Plummets 83% in April

Brim Sells Polar Seafood Denmark Stake for $144M

National Fisheries Institute Expands Pipeline of Board-Ready Seafood Leaders

Elspeth Macdonald to Retire as Chief Executive of Scottish Fishermen's Federation

Seafoodnews.com Summary Thursday, June 4

Wed. Jun 3 2026

USTR Proposes Sweeping Tariffs on Global Food Suppliers Over Forced Labor

Agricultural Coalition Urges USMCA Renewal as Trade Negotiations Begin

ANALYSIS: US Shrimp Import Models Recalibrated as Market Conditions Shift  

CDFW Investigation Nets Major Penalties for Restaurant's False Seafood Sourcing Claims

Senators Question Seafood Certification Programs Over Safety Failures

California Senate Advances Dungeness Crab, Steelhead Reforms in McGuire's Fisheries Omnibus  

Peru Fishing Restrictions, China Supply Constraints Shape Marine Ingredients Market

The Retail Rundown: Post-Holiday Reset Brings Value Back to the Center of the Case  

Sullivan Pushes Workforce Investment, Maritime Growth at Blue Economy Hearing

ANFACO-CYTMA Raises Concerns Over Canned Tuna Liberalization in EU-Mexico Trade Deal  

Canada Seafood Farmers Push for Aquaculture Growth in Next Agriculture Policy Framework  

NOAA Seeks Comments on Electronic Logbook Requirements for Gulf, South Atlantic Commercial Vessels

SalmonChile Expands Industry Network with New Member and Stronger Agricultural Partnerships  

Breakthrough for Seaweed Farming in the Baltic Sea, Full Life Cycle of Gutweed Farmed Successfully  

Seafoodnews.com Summary Wednesday, June 3

Tue. Jun 2 2026

ANALYSIS: Two Weeks of Firm Prices as Supply Loss Tightens the US Crab Meat Market  

Louisiana All In for More Shrimp Buys as USDA Triples 2027 School Meals Budget

As Whale Rules Loom, Research Shows Consumers May Pay More for Ropeless Lobster

Gorton's Seafood Workers in Massachusetts Ratify New Three-Year Contract

Japan's April Marine Products Import Fell 6% in Volume, but Increased 3% in Value  

Bipartisan Bill Targets Aquatic Invasive Species Threatening US Fisheries

Cermaq Consolidates Canadian Operations Into Single Entity Following $1B Grieg Integration

Japanese Feed One to Reduce Fishmeal Content of Aqua Feeds from 40.5% to 30%  

Russia-Norway Scientists Meet to Set 2027–2028 Fish Catch Limits  

Blumar Q1 Profit Boosted by Fishing Gains as Salmon Business Weighs on Results

More Certifications Ahead From an Emerging Trend — Fish Welfare, Says Friend of the Sea  

DAERA Seeks Views on Fisheries Management Proposals for Protected Offshore Marine Areas

EU: Commission Approves €54 Million Spanish State Aid for Agricultural Companies

Seafoodnews.com Summary Tuesday, June 2

Mon. Jun 1 2026

ANALYSIS: Improved Lobster Landings Meet Disciplined Buying Ahead of Summer  

Bumble Bee Forced Labor Case Advances Despite Legal Setback for Indonesian Fishermen

USDA Seeks Over 300,000 Pounds of Salmon Products for Government Food Programs  

Captain D’s Expands Sustainable Sourcing With Wild‑Caught Alaska Fish Rollout  

Shipping Executives Warn WTO of Rising Costs From Global Trade Route Disruptions

Japan’s April Marine Products Exports Up 6% in Volume, Soared 37% in Value  

Undeclared Allergen Triggers FSIS Recall of Synear Pork and Crab Dumplings  

Seafoodnews.com Summary Monday, June 1

NZ Bottom Trawl Footprint Remains Small

Chile Launches On-the-Ground Rollout of Artisanal Fishing Fuel Coupon

Expana's Weekly Top 10

Fri. May 29 2026

Seafoodnews.com Summary Friday, May 29

Starving Gray Whales Are Dying at an Alarming Rate in the Pacific Northwest  

Scottish Sea Farms Fined £70,000 for Greenhouse Gas Rule Violations

ANALYSIS: Early Copper River Results Show Familiar Market Patterns Amid Lower Volume Start  

Global Seafood Alliance Unveils Expanded Agenda for 25th Responsible Seafood Summit in Bangkok

Canada Invests $816 Million to Expand Coast Guard Maritime Security Role

Trans-Ocean Products Makes Key Hires in Quality, Compliance and Product Development

Middle East Market Intelligence Brief: Week Ending May 29, 2026  

ILO Adopts First Global Workplace Safety Code for Aquaculture  

Iceland Seafood Q1 Profit More Than Doubles as Sales Rise 22%  

Louisiana-NOAA Joint Patrols Result in Eight Fishing Citations in the Gulf  

ANALYSIS: Skipjack Tuna Prices Steady Despite Lower EPO Landings  

US Seafood Groups Demand Section 301 Investigation Into Unfair Trade Practices

Pacific Heat Wave Triggers Closure of Large Area off California to Protect Loggerhead Sea Turtles

Thu. May 28 2026

Seafoodnews.com Summary Thursday, May 28

DoorDash, Deliveroo and Wolt Launch First Global FIFA World Cup 2026 Campaign

WTO’s Nordquist Urges Faster Action on Fisheries Subsidies at Monaco Blue Initiative

Padilla, Seafood from Norway Recognized for Award-Winning US Campaign

Menhaden Industry Fires Back at Conservation Group Over 'Double Standard' Criticism  

COREMAHI Honors Ocean Allies Winners for Responsible Bycatch Release  

US House Committee Advances Bill to Close 'Port Shopping' for Imported Seafood

Scientists Map Regional Differences in Chinook Salmon Diets  

ANALYSIS: US Shrimp Import Estimates for May Show 5.2% Rise as Timing Factors Drive Activity  

New Policy Brief Highlights Major Gaps in US Seafood Import Monitoring

Nova Scotia's Clark's Harbour Seafood Expands From Live Lobster to Global Processing Operation

Artificially Bred and Grown Eels to be Marketed for the First Time

Wed. May 27 2026

Seafoodnews.com Summary Wednesday, May 27

Copper River Season Opens with 39,000 Sockeye Catch, Elevated Early-Season Prices  

Second Senior Kroger Executive Announces Retirement This Month  

Shanghai Lab Uses Color Carp to Advance Aquaculture Genetics

Long Island Shellfish Growers Gain Access to Federal Disaster Aid  

Hokkaido Okhotsk Scallop Production Projects 220,000 MT, a 15% Down YOY

Brazil Eyes Return to EU Fish Market After Decade-Long Ban

Webinar Explores Seafood Market Outlook for H2 2026, Price Trends and Sourcing Risks

Norwegian Police Recover 18 Tons of Stolen Salmon in Hijacked Semi-Trailer

Conservation Groups Sue to Block Seafood Imports From Eight Countries Over Marine Mammal Bycatch

The Retail Rundown: Retail Focus Shifts Toward Father’s Day Grilling Demand  

Atlantic Sapphire Unveils Restructuring Plan, Sets Stage for Delisting

Walmart Enhances Supply Chain to Bring Customers What They Need, When They Need It  

Tue. May 26 2026

Kroger’s Valerie Jabbar Retires After Nearly Four Decades  

Seafoodnews.com Summary Tuesday, May 26

US Targets Illegal Fishing With Visa Bans to Boost Seafood Industry

New Zealand King Salmon Investments Returns to Profit, Upgrades FY26 Earnings Guidance

Federal Judge Halts Extended Recreational Red Snapper Seasons in Four States  

The Foodservice Industry Highlights Consumer Trends Leadership Moves and Brand Growth

Norway's Seafood Industry Splits Over "Production Fish" Export Ban Reversal

Putin Visit Reinforces Russia-China Fisheries Partnership Growth Plans

Channel Fish Positions Seafood as SNAP Compliance Solution  

ANALYSIS: Retail Shrimp Volume Down 12% Year-Over-Year as Prices Reach 12-Year Highs  

Steakholder Foods To Launch Perfecta Premium Plant-Based Meat in US Later This Year  

Fri. May 22 2026

Seafoodnews.com Summary Friday, May 22

Expana Publication Schedule for the Memorial Day Holiday Period

Haaland to Play Viking in Norwegian Seafood-Backed Film "ViQueens"

Premier Dixon and Governor Dunleavy Sign Renewed Alaska-Yukon Intergovernmental Accord  

Nova Scotia's LFA 33 Lobster Harvesters Gain Jonah Crab Bait Access in Policy Shift  

Mexico Launches Multi-Agency Crackdown on Shrimp Smuggling Operations

Scottish Salmon Exports to UAE, Gulf States Set for Boost Under New Trade Framework

ANALYSIS: US Frozen Tuna Supply Tightens as Seasonal Demand Window Nears  

Friendly’s Rolls Out Seafood-Focused Summer Menu, Value Updates to Drive Seasonal Traffic

Federal Court Battle Erupts Over South Atlantic Red Snapper Permits  

Red Lobster's Oldest Operating Restaurant to Close After 56 Years

Thu. May 21 2026

Seafoodnews.com Summary Thursday, May 21

Alaska's Attorney General Voids 5 Board of Fish Regulations on Area M, Due to Ethics Violation  

Hilton Foods Maintains 2026 Outlook Despite Seafood Headwinds

Canada Launches New Funding Call to Tackle Ghost Fishing Gear

Study Finds Juvenile Fraser River Chinook Exposed to Hundreds of Contaminants  

Premier Lantz Announces Senior Staff Changes in Prince Edward Island Government

Terra Medi Recalls Smoked Herring Over Botulism Risk

Circle Seafoods Sets 2026 Alaska Seine Prices, Holds Pink Base at $0.61  

Seafood Nutrition Partnership Launches Fourth Annual Summer Seafood Challenge

Kazakhstan Inks $50M Deal for 5,300-tonne Shrimp Farm, Location TBD

In-Store Grocery Shopping Remains Strong Despite Digital Shift, FMI Report  

Vancouver World Cup Matches to Anchor New BC Investment Initiative

Wed. May 20 2026

Seafoodnews.com Summary Wednesday, May 20

New Study Shows Capelin is a Sea Canary for Ocean Heatwaves in North Pacific  

Chile Sets up Ñuble Benthic Fishing Table to Support Artisanal Sector  

Bakkafrost Raises Harvest Guidance as Faroe Islands Offset Weak Scotland Results

Russian Fishermen and Businesses Oppose Possible Export Duties on Fish

SalMar Lifts 2026 Harvest Guidance after Strong First Quarter

Icelandic Salmon Reports Near Break-Even Q1 as Operations Strengthen

The Retail Rundown: Pork Leads Memorial Day 2026 Grilling Promotions  

Whale Entanglement Highlights Pressure on Oregon Dungeness Fishery  

Northern Chile Jack Mackerel Fishery Faces Setback as Catches Fall Below Legal Size

Tue. May 19 2026

SalmonChile Calls for Cross-Sector Unity at Blue Week 2026 as Chile Advances Blue Economy Agenda

Seafoodnews.com Summary Tuesday, May 19

Princes Shifts Sardine Sourcing to MSC-Certified Iberian Fishery  

United Fishermen of Alaska Begins Search for New Executive Director, Welch Named to CFEC

Seafood Industry Pushes Congress to Advance Open Ocean Aquaculture Legislation

Global Coalition Urges Japan to Halt Public Funding for Octopus Farming Research

Pacific Dream Seafoods Plans Major Processing, Cold Storage Expansion in Washington

All-out Effort for 2026 Yukon Chinook and Chum Salmon Reach Spawning Grounds in US and Canada  

ANALYSIS: Supply Pressures Intensify as NOAA's MMPA Decision Impacts Crab Meat Market  

Alaska Legislature Passes Bill Requiring Electronic Monitoring for Trawl Vessels in State Waters

Mon. May 18 2026

Seafoodnews.com Summary Monday, May 18

SADC Ministers to Focus on Food Security, Livestock Disease and Blue Economy at Zimbabwe Summit

Distinguished Programs Opens Marine Cargo Program for Business With Allianz Capacity

Sweden Invests SEK 30 Million to Build Domestic Oyster Industry  

Moxies Rolls Out Limited‑Time Sushi Menu for Summer  

ArcelorMittal Fined Record $100M for Fisheries Act Violations in Quebec

Good News Stories for Endangered Species Day 2026

2026 Economic Value of Alaska’s Seafood Shows Strength of Industry Amid Turbulent Times

Russia’s Salmon Catch Could Fall Up to 30% in 2026, Fisheries Head Says

ANALYSIS: Domestic Scallop Supply Influx Dominated by Smaller Counts Amid Global Shortfalls  

Expana's Weekly Top 10

Fri. May 15 2026

Seafoodnews.com Summary Friday, May 15

Silver Bay Raises Opening Price for Bristol Bay Sockeye Up 23 Percent From 2025  

PEI Targets Oyster Industry Stability with Wage and Debt Relief

Russia Expands Inspector Mobile App for Fisheries Enforcement

ASMFC Defends Menhaden Delay as Debate Over Chesapeake Science Intensifies  

Mowi Posts Second-Best First Quarter as Salmon Demand Climbs

China’s First Mobile Salmon Farm Delivers Commercial Harvest

Middle East Market Intelligence Brief: Week Ending May 15, 2026

Russia Forecasts Record Herring Catch off Sakhalin on Rising Stock Levels

Future Market Insights Projects Plant-Based Fish Market to Reach $3.6 Billion by 2036  

Thu. May 14 2026

Andfjord Salmon: Salmon Crosses Important Weight Thresholds

Seafoodnews.com Summary Thursday, May 14

NOAA Fisheries Finds Gulf of Alaska Chinook Salmon “Not Warranted” for ESA Listing  

Alaska Seafood Gains Expanded QSR Visibility During Lent 2026 Promotions  

US Shrimp Industry Applauds House Passage of the Save Our Shrimpers Act

Congress Presses USTR to Launch Section 301 Investigation Into Unfair Seafood Trade Practices

Nova Austral Opens Facilities to Support Scientific Education and Community Ties

Pokeworks Accelerates Greater Boston Expansion With Multi‑Unit Franchise Growth  

Chilean Salmon Council Joins Industry to Celebrate 50 Years of Salmon Farming May 28

ANALYSIS: US Retail Shrimp Prices Hit Decade Highs Amid Consumer Pullback  

ANALYSIS: Atlantic Cod Prices Surge 26% Year Over Year as Catch Limits Tighten Supply  

Wed. May 13 2026

Ahold Delhaize USA Appoints Vipin Gopal to Lead Data and AI  

Seafoodnews.com Summary Wednesday, May 13

Ecuador’s President Noboa Completes MOU with Morocco to Strengthen Bilateral Trade

Venezuela Adds First ASC-Certified Feed Mills as Aquafeed Program Expands

ASC Deepens Asia Outreach as Producers Prepare for New Farm, Feed Standards

ANALYSIS: March US Mahi Imports Improve, but Supply Remains Historically Tight  

The Retail Rundown: Memorial Day Promotions Heat Up as Shoppers Focus on Value  

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay Serves Up a Fresh Culinary Chapter with New Executive Chef

Kodiak’s Early Season Salmon Fishing Curtailed to Protect Expected Low Return of Reds and Kings  

USDA Seeks 192,000 Pounds of Catfish Products for Government Food Programs

Mexico Secures US Shrimp Export Certification Renewal Through Sea Turtle Protection Compliance

Russia Expands Fish Export Geography to Africa, Middle East, Latin America

Tue. May 12 2026

Canada to Invest $957.8 Million Over 5 Years in Small Craft Harbors Program

TGI Fridays Launches Fridays United to Drive Global Soccer Tournament Traffic  

Seafoodnews.com Summary Tuesday, May 12

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Industry Applauds FDA Approval of "Golden Sea Bream" Marketing Name for Rhode Island Scup

The US Food and Drug Administration will allow scup caught in Rhode Island waters to be marketed as "Golden Sea Bream," a change expected to boost marketability and profitability for local fishermen.

Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) secured the approval through language included in the FY26 Agriculture appropriations bill signed into law earlier this year. The FDA subsequently confirmed "Golden Sea Bream" as an acceptable market name, with the update reflected in the July 2026 Seafood List publication...

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NL and Seafood Industry Seeks Federal Support to Maintain Marine Atlantic's Essential Service Status

The Newfoundland and Labrador provincial government has called for federal help to ensure the Marine Atlantic ferry service remains an "essential service" within the province.

NL Premier Tony Wakeham wrote to the federal Minister of Transport to express concern over an application currently before the Canada Industrial Relations Board that would reconsider Marine Atlantic's "essential service" designation.

"Marine Atlantic is more than a ferry service. It is a critical supply chain and transportation link for Newfoundland and Labrador, and the primary means of moving essential...

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Norwegian Seafood Exports Face Continued US Market Pressure in May

Norwegian seafood exports declined 1% in May to NOK 13.4 billion, marking the fourth month of value decline in 2026 as US market losses and quota-driven volume reductions continue to pressure the industry.

US Market Losses Mount

The United States remains Norway's most challenging export market, with May exports falling NOK 363 million to NOK 992 million, a 27% decline from May 2025. The US has now become Norway's third-largest market, down from previous rankings.

"The US market has seen the sharpest decline...

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ANALYSIS: Copper River Sockeye Prices Decline Faster Than Last Year

Early Copper River market behavior continues to follow a familiar seasonal path, with initial scarcity-driven premiums giving way to lower pricing as additional fish enter the pipeline. Last week’s trade already showed the market beginning to normalize after the opening rush, and the latest quotations suggest that the correction has continued as expected.

For 4–6 lb. whole Copper River sockeye, the reported average price moved from $16.00/lb on 26-May to $12.00/lb on 28-May, before falling again to $10.00/lb on...

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Trump Customs Order Tightens US Import Scrutiny as Tariff Fight Broadens

On June 3, US President Trump signed an executive order on customs enforcement that broadens the US trade crackdown beyond tariff rates and into the mechanics of how goods enter the country, according to the White House document.

The US President signed the order while all eyes were watching USTR Section 301 announcements, checking tariff exceptions, and anticipating the US tariff schedule as the trade team readies to switch from current Section 122 duties to Section 301 measures aimed to bring “reciprocal” tariff rates back to life.

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Industry Applauds FDA Approval of "Golden Sea Bream" Marketing Name for Rhode Island Scup

The US Food and Drug Administration will allow scup caught in Rhode Island waters to be marketed as "Golden Sea Bream," a change expected to boost marketability and profitability for local fishermen.

Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) secured the approval through language included in the FY26 Agriculture appropriations bill signed into law earlier this year. The FDA subsequently confirmed "Golden Sea Bream" as an acceptable market name, with the update reflected in the July 2026 Seafood List publication...

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FAIRR Seafood Benchmark Exposes Industry ESG Weaknesses, Pollution Risks

The $95 trillion FAIRR Initiative launched its inaugural Coller FAIRR Seafood Index, revealing significant environmental and social risk management gaps across the world's 20 largest listed seafood companies that supply major retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Ahold Delhaize.

The benchmark assessed companies on 16 financially material topics, including modern slavery, pollution, food safety, and climate impacts, challenging positive perceptions of sustainability in the seafood sector and revealing weak corporate preparedness for mounting regulatory and litigation risks.

Companies demonstrated stronger performance on social issues, averaging 39/100, compared to environmental topics...

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America Turns 250. Shuckin' Shack is Throwing the Party.

America is turning 250, and Shuckin' Shack, the 18-unit oyster bar franchise, is celebrating the only way it knows how: with cold drinks, hot food, fresh oysters and absolutely zero interest in doing anything halfway. Packed to the brim with seafood, burgers, BBQ, beer buckets, American cocktails and enough "Red, White & Blooze" energy to make a bald eagle shed a tear, Shuckin' Shack's Summer 2026 Campaign, kicking off June 1, is making beach-loving, oyster-shucking American dreams come true...

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Oregon Coastal Lawmakers Urge DEQ to Ease Pressure on Pacific Seafood Amid $3.2M Fine

A bipartisan group of Oregon coastal lawmakers is asking the state's Department of Environmental Quality to ease regulatory pressure on Pacific Seafood, which faces a near-record $3.2 million fine for alleged wastewater violations.

In a May 20 letter to DEQ Director Leah Feldon, seven members of Oregon's Coastal Caucus expressed support for Pacific Seafood's appeal of the April penalties and requested that DEQ stay enforcement while the company challenges the fines.

The enforcement action targeted three Pacific Seafood facilities: $2.9 million against the Charleston...

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USTR Proposes 25% Tariff on Brazil, Sparking Seafood Industry Concerns

The US Trade Representative (USTR) proposed a 25% tariff on Brazil, citing a Section 301 investigation that found unfair trade practices have burdened US businesses.

"Over the past year, President Trump and I have had several constructive meetings with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and his cabinet, which have accelerated in recent weeks," said Ambassador Jamieson Greer. "However, we continue to have substantial differences in resolving the issues identified in this investigation."

The announcement sparked immediate concern from Brazil's Peixe BR, the Brazilian Association of Fish Farming...

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Japan's Import of Norwegian Mackerel Plummets 83% in April

The price of Norwegian mackerel continues to soar. Minato Shimbun reports that, according to domestic processing sources, "The price in Japan has exceeded 1,000 yen/kg ($6.25/kg). The new catch, which will be caught from August, will likely see further price increases," they warn. 

According to the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC), mackerel exports in April continued their sharp decline, down 60% year-on-year to 3,952 tons and 34% to 217 million NOK ($23.35 million). The largest export destinations are the United States, Ukraine, and Vietnam...

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National Fisheries Institute Expands Pipeline of Board-Ready Seafood Leaders

The nation's leading trade association for the seafood industry completed its second year of a visionary program to prepare seasoned seafood professionals to serve on corporate, nonprofit, community or national boards.  

Launched in 2025 as part of the National Fisheries Institute’s Strategic Plan, the program brought seafood leaders into boardrooms to help shape policy conversations, guide organizations, and advocate for the future of the industry,  all while bringing their expertise to the boardroom.  

“This program is developing a strong pipeline of leaders for the seafood ecosystem,” said Lisa Wallenda Picard...

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USTR Proposes Sweeping Tariffs on Global Food Suppliers Over Forced Labor

The US Trade Representative (USTR) announced late Tuesday that the Trump administration will impose additional tariffs on imports from 60 key US trading partners, citing failures to prohibit goods produced with forced labor that create an "unlevel playing field" for American agricultural and food producers.

USTR proposed 10-12.5% additional duties on products from major food suppliers, including Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, the European Union, Vietnam, Thailand, India, Australia, and China, following Section 301 investigations initiated in March 2026.

"The failure of our most important...

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ANALYSIS: US Shrimp Import Models Recalibrated as Market Conditions Shift

Country-level import estimates utilize low, mid, and high ranges based on standard errors from each modeling approach. Given market softness observed since April and weakness emerging in late May through June, Expana's estimates have been recalibrated using different scenario settings to better align with current conditions.

Modeling scenarios and accuracy framework

Based on customs official data and a model with greater than 96% accuracy, the seasonal export-led model has been adjusted to "high" settings for closer alignment with observed patterns. Previously, mid or low settings were utilized, but...

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Senators Question Seafood Certification Programs Over Safety Failures

Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) are demanding answers from major seafood certification programs about recurring safety failures among certified processors, according to a May 27 letter campaign targeting industry leaders.

The senators sent letters to the Global Seafood Alliance, Marine Stewardship Council, and Aquaculture Stewardship Council, questioning how these programs address food safety gaps in certified supply chains. The inquiry stems from mounting evidence that certified processors continue shipping unsafe products to US consumers.

"Between August and October 2025, the FDA issued eight safety alerts on imported...

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Peru Fishing Restrictions, China Supply Constraints Shape Marine Ingredients Market

Peru's anchoveta season continues to progress slowly under Coastal El Niño conditions, with authorities extending fishing bans in the north-central region through June 10 due to high juvenile abundance and warm sea temperatures.

The country, which accounts for 20% of global fishmeal and fish oil production in normal years, implemented the precautionary measure on May 27 as part of ongoing efforts to manage anchovy biomass, according to IFFO Market Research Director Enrico Bachis.

Meanwhile, China's domestic marine ingredients production remains constrained following fishing bans implemented on May 1...

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Sullivan Pushes Workforce Investment, Maritime Growth at Blue Economy Hearing

US Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) used a Senate Commerce subcommittee hearing this week to highlight the growing importance of the US Blue Economy, calling for increased investment in workforce development, maritime infrastructure, fisheries management, and coastal industries to strengthen the nation’s economic and national security.

The hearing, titled “The Blue Economy: Advancing American Fisheries, Maritime Strength, and Coastal Economies,” brought together industry and academic experts, including three Alaska-based witnesses representing seafood, marine research, and economic development interests.

Sullivan described the Blue...

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Canada Seafood Farmers Push for Aquaculture Growth in Next Agriculture Policy Framework

Canada’s seafood farmers are urging governments to make aquaculture a bigger part of Canada’s next agricultural policy framework, arguing the sector could play a much larger role in food production, rural growth and exports.

In a March 30 letter sent ahead of the Federal-Provincial-Territorial ministers’ meeting in Halifax, the Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance and seven provincial aquaculture groups called on federal, provincial and territorial leaders to adopt a “Grow Canada” approach that treats aquaculture as a strategic growth industry.

The industry...

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USDA Awards $848,160 Catfish Contract to Single Mississippi Producer

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded its 192,000-pound catfish procurement to Consolidated Catfish Producers LLC of Isola, Mississippi, for $848,160, following a solicitation that drew seven bidder responses.

The May 21 award covers 152,000 pounds of unbreaded raw catfish fillets at $4.08 per pound and 40,000 pounds of breaded oven-ready catfish strips at $5.70 per pound. Deliveries will run from July 1 through November 30, 2026, serving domestic food distribution programs across multiple states...

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Russia Targets US, China Market Share in Japanese Fish Imports

Russia hopes to further increase fish and seafood exports to Japan, aiming to overtake major rivals—the US and China—in the coming years.

For 2026, Russia's fish exports to Japan decreased by 4% in volume during the January–April period, while revenue from those exports increased by 2% to US$249 million. Export volumes totaled 32,000 tons, according to the Russian Fish Union based on Japanese customs statistics.

Surimi shipments rose 5% to 8,000 tons and increased 20% in value to US$20 million. Pollock fillet...

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Fresh Promotions Power Summer Traffic Push Across Foodservice

Summer marketing is heating up across foodservice, with major chains leaning into value, nostalgia, loyalty and limited‑time offers to drive traffic amid cautious consumer spending. This week’s roundup highlights gamified rewards programs, family‑focused promotions and global sports tie‑ins, alongside notable menu upgrades centered on sourcing and sustainability. The update also covers strategic moves shaping the industry, from franchise expansion and new delivery integrations to heightened regulatory scrutiny and potential M&A activity as restaurant operators navigate shifting demand and competitive...

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Quinlan Sues Newfoundland Government Over 2024 Seizure of $500K Worth of Crab

Canadian seafood processor Quinlan has filed suit in the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador against the province's Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture, seeking damages from the seizure and destruction of snow crab in July 2024.

The lawsuit alleges government officials acted "without lawful authority" when they seized and destroyed approximately 52,000 pounds of processed crab ready for market, causing substantial financial losses estimated at $500,000 and significant harm to the company's reputation.

"This action is not about the current government, and it should not come...

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ANALYSIS: Vietnam Shrimp Exports Rebound in Q1, Driven by China Demand and Seasonal Recovery

Vietnam’s shrimp exports delivered a solid performance in the first quarter, with volumes rising 11.4% year‑on‑year to 66,890 metric tonnes and export value increasing 8.7% to USD 534.4 million.

Growth was driven primarily by China, where Vietnamese shrimp demand surged 42.4% year‑on‑year over the quarter. In March alone, shipments to China nearly doubled, climbing from 2,639 MT last year to 5,724 MT (+46.1%). China accounted for 19% of Vietnam’s total shrimp exports in Q1. The EU‑UK market represented...

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FDA Issues Warning Letters to Boston Importer and Georgia Processor Over HACCP Violations

The FDA has issued warning letters to two seafood companies, citing violations of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations that could result in product seizures and facility shutdowns.

Stavis Seafoods Cited for Import Verification Failures

Boston-based Stavis Seafoods, LLC received an April 15 warning letter following February inspections that found the importer failed to implement required verification steps for ensuring imported frozen aquaculture salmon fillets comply with HACCP regulations.

The FDA determined that Stavis lacked "affirmative steps...

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Brim Sells Polar Seafood Denmark Stake for $144M

Iceland's Brim sold its 50% stake in Polar Seafood Denmark A/S to co-owner Polar Seafood Greenland for DKK 925 million ($144 million), the company announced June 3.

Brim initially purchased the stake in the Danish seafood sales, processing and export company in 2022 for DKK 625 million, generating a DKK 300 million gain on the sale. The companies will continue working closely together despite the transaction, Brim said.

Separately, Brim sold its 43% stake in Icelandic fishing company Melnes in Rif on the Snæfellsnes peninsula to KG Fiskverkun...

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Elspeth Macdonald to Retire as Chief Executive of Scottish Fishermen's Federation

The Scottish Fishermen's Federation (SFF) has announced that its chief executive, Elspeth Macdonald, will retire from the organisation in March 2027 after a distinguished career representing Scotland's fishing industry.

She took up the role in 2019 and quickly became one of the most influential and respected voices in the UK seafood sector, representing the interests of Scotland's fishermen through a period of profound change and challenge.

Her time in the role has spanned major developments including the UK's departure from the European Union, the negotiation and implementation of new...

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Agricultural Coalition Urges USMCA Renewal as Trade Negotiations Begin

As trade negotiations between the US, Canada, and Mexico begin, the Agricultural Coalition for the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) organized a letter to trade leaders in all three countries urging renewal and strengthening of the trade pact.

The letter, signed by nearly 160 organizations in the agri-food sector, was sent to Ambassador Jamieson Greer at the Office of the US Trade Representative, Canada-US Trade Representative Dominic LeBlanc, and Mexico's Secretary of the Economy, Marcelo Ebrard.

"[USMCA] strengthens the resilience of our integrated agricultural markets...

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CDFW Investigation Nets Major Penalties for Restaurant's False Seafood Sourcing Claims

An upscale restaurant, part oyster bar, part local seafood advocate, a coffee cafe during the day, and a wine bar at night, complete with their own wine subscription service, was investigated for fraud, false advertising, and fishing violations, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife stated in a bulletin released yesterday.

The investigation led by CDFW resulted in charges of unlawfully selling seafood while advertising its products as traceable, sustainable and lawfully sourced. The investigation found repeated violations of state and federal commercial fishing laws in 2020 and 2021...

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California Senate Advances Dungeness Crab, Steelhead Reforms in McGuire's Fisheries Omnibus

California State Senator Mike McGuire's comprehensive fisheries legislation, SB 1393, cleared the California Senate on May 28 with bipartisan backing, advancing key reforms for the state's commercial fishing industry.

The omnibus bill targets three priority areas: strengthening steelhead trout fishing restoration programs by increasing habitat funding, modernizing Dungeness crab fishery management regulations, and establishing clear vessel transit rules within closed crab fishing areas.

California's commercial and recreational fishing sectors support over 100,000 jobs and generate hundreds of millions in annual economic activity. The Dungeness crab fishery alone, concentrated...

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The Retail Rundown: Post-Holiday Reset Brings Value Back to the Center of the Case

Grocery merchandising is settling into a post-holiday rhythm as promotional activity shifts back toward value, versatility, and the everyday traffic drivers following the Memorial Day push.

Staples such as bacon, chicken breasts, and ground beef continue to anchor store traffic, reinforcing the meat case’s role in everyday meal planning. While current merchandising remains focused on routine household needs, retailers are expected to increase seasonal promotions and feature activity as Father's Day and the Fourth of July draw closer.

In beef, chuck cuts posted the...

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ANFACO-CYTMA Raises Concerns Over Canned Tuna Liberalization in EU-Mexico Trade Deal

ANFACO-CYTMA is seeking clarification from European policymakers after canned tuna was included in the scope of full tariff liberalization under the newly modernized EU-Mexico trade agreement.

The agreement, signed on May 22, would remove tariffs on canned tuna after a seven-year transition period, subject to approval by the European Parliament and ratification by EU member states. The move has drawn concern from the seafood industry association, which argues that canned tuna has traditionally been considered a sensitive product within...

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