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Domestic & Export Sector Panel Minutes - April 2023
The Minutes of the Processor & Import Panel meeting, held on Thursday 13 April 2023. -
Danish Prawn Trawl Multi Rig
An illustration of a 4 trawl system. -
Trials with Monofilament Longline Gear on MFV Gannet in Whitby
A report on the findings of a 39ft Whitby vessel, MFV Gannet, chartered for 15 fishing days and fitted with equipment for the purpose of monofilament longlining during three weeks of trials. -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - May 2022
Meeting minutes for the 9th meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 4th May 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
Pair Trawling aboard the MFV Boy Carl and the MFV Boy Jason
A report on the results of two vessels used in pair trawling for the first time. -
Commerical Fishing Trials of a Twin Rig Trawling System
Commerical Fishing Trials of a Twin Rig Trawling System. -
Official Control Regulation sampling agreement template
An agreement template for the delegation of Official Control sampling to third parties. Must be used with Guidance for delegation of Official Control sampling to third parties. -
Gill net and other set net fisheries in Cornwall (including Plymouth)
Examining the current status of Cornish gill nets fisheries and set net fisheries. -
Trial of acoustic deterrents for prevention of porpoise by-catch (porpoise pingers) Phase 1 - Deployment trials
This report details the practicalities of attachment, deployment and testing of pingers. -
Methods of transportation for scallops
Methods of transportation for scallops -
Selectivity Trials of Seine Net Codends - MFV 'KESTREL' (INS 253) - April 1990
This report describes the comparison between three different mesh sizes of cod end in order to assess selectivity criteria. The cod ends were 90 mm x 120 meshes, 90 mm x 100 meshes, 110 mm x 100 meshes. All were diamond mesh configurations. The results showed small increases in the L.50 characteristics but overall the discard rates for each cod end were comparable. The trials were carried out with and without a small mesh cod end cover. This report has been produced from a scanned original and may therefore contain some formatting and other inaccuracies. In cases where this affects the technical content, a paper copy of the original report can still be obtained from Seafish. -
The Evaluation of Ghost Fishing Preventors for Shellfish Traps
This report describes and investigation into the phenomenon of 'ghost fishing' by shellfish traps. Ghost fishing can occur when fishing gear is lost from the control of its owner and continues to produce fishing mortality. -
Expression of Interest in Remote Training
A form for individuals or businesses to express interest in receiving funding for seafood onshore training courses. -
Pair Seining Trip on M.F.V. "Avoca" and "Millwood"
A report on a Pair Seining Trip on M.F.V. "Avoca" and "Millwood". -
Demersal Pair Trawling Information
This information sheet has been produced from a scanned original and may therefore contain some formatting and other inaccuracies. -
Codends selectivity trials 1990
Gear database resource: Report on selectivity trials of seine net codends on MFV Kestrel -
Mechanisation of Longlining Autoclip System on MFV Sarah 'H'
Report on Grimsby based vessel Sarah 'H' participating in trials of the Autoclip System to assess its commercial performance using small illex squid as bait. -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - May 2023
Meeting minutes for the 13th meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 22nd May 2023 via Microsoft Teams. -
Coastal States negotiations unpacked: Are pelagic fisheries entering new waters?
NAPA reflects on the positive outcomes of the 2022 Coastal States and NEFAC negotiations, which could help to pave the way for the sustainable management of Northeast Atlantic pelagic stocks. -
Zero hour for Northeast Atlantic pelagics: Waitrose repeats call for Coastal States to fish responsibly
Waitrose, one of the UK’s leading food retailers, has added its voice to the chorus of supply chain businesses and retailers calling for the collaborative and sustainable management of mackerel, herring, and blue whiting in the Northeast Atlantic. -
Evaluation of Technical Conservation Measures in UK Nephrops Fisheries - New Trawl Designs
The work covered in this report is part of a three-year project aimed at reducing roundfish bycatches in UK Nephrops fisheries. -
Increasing codend mesh size and inserting a square mesh panel to reduce discards of haddock and whiting in a seine net
Information on increasing codend mesh size and inserting a square mesh panel to reduce discards of haddock and whiting in a seine net, targeting haddock, whiting and cod species. -
Using a horizontal separation panel to improve selection in a pulse beam trawl
Information on using a horizontal separation panel to improve target species selection; marketable sole, plaice, turbot and brill, in a pulse beam trawl. -
Responsible Fishing Ports Scheme: Documents to Support your Application
The pre-assessment stage of RFPS certification advises the submission of a range of policies and procedures along with a completed application form. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - May 2023
Meeting minutes for the 11th meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 9th May 2023 via Microsoft Teams. -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - May 2023
Meeting minutes for the 12th meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 15th May 2023 via Microsoft Teams. -
The Transport Chain of Velvet Crabs from Orkney, the Western Isles and Northumberland to Spain - A Preliminary Review
This study aims to examine the transport chain between 2-3 main fishing areas in the UK (Orkney, the Western Isles and East Coast-Northumberland) and the main market for velvet crabs, which is in Spain. -
Knowledge Networks towards an economic viable, healthy and sustainable seafood sector
Knowledge Networks towards an economic viable, healthy and sustainable seafood sector presentation slide pack. -
Summary of FIP for Atlantic Mackerel and Atlanto-Scandian Herring in the North-East Atlantic Ocean
A progress summary of the NAPA Policy Fishery Improvement Programme (FIP). -
Responses to clarification questions during the tender period for TD2022-001
This document includes the consolidation of the questions Seafish has been asked about tender TD2022-001, and the responses Seafish has given, so far. -
An Investigation of the Performance of the Tangle Nets used off North Cornwall
An Investigation of the Performance of the Tangle Nets used off North Cornwall. -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - July 2022
Meeting minutes for the 10th meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 21st July 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - December 2022
Meeting minutes for the 11th meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 12th December 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
Tangle Net Fishery for Spider Crabs
Tangle Net Fishery for Spider Crabs. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - February 2023
Meeting minutes for the 10th meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 6th February 2023 via Microsoft Teams. -
Position Statement: NAPA’s Reaction to 2022 Coastal States/NEAFC
NAPA has released a position statement evaluating the outcomes of the 2022 negotiations on Northeast Atlantic pelagics, which set out what the likely scenarios will be in 2023, and reflects on the implications for consumers and the global marketplace. -
Domestic & Export Sector Panel Minutes - October 2022
The Minutes of the Domestic & Export Sector Panel meeting, held on Tuesday 25 October 2022. -
Midwater Pair Trawling Information
This Information sheet has been produced from a scanned original and may therefore contain some formatting and other inaccuracies. -
Non-Target Species Caught in Tuna Fisheries
Preliminary study of the relative fishery impacts on non-tuna species caught in various tuna fisheries. -
Twin Rig with Three Warps towed from Centre Point
Twin Rig with Three Warps towed from Centre Point. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - July 2022
Meeting minutes for the 8th meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 11th July 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
English Aquaculture Strategy - key highlights
Part of the Seafood 2040 strategy for aquaculture in England - this document gives a brief overview of key strategic principles and objectives. -
A Comparison of the Quad-rig and Twin-rig Trawl in the Nephrops Fishery
A Comparison of the Quad-rig and Twin-rig Trawl in the Nephrops Fishery -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - November 2022
Meeting minutes for the 9th meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 7th November 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
Interactions between Bottlenose Dolphin and Midwater Pair Trawls: Effect of Pingers on Dolphin Behaviour
Interactions between Bottlenose Dolphin and Midwater Pair Trawls: Effect of Pingers on Dolphin Behaviour -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - February 2023
Meeting minutes for the 11th meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 20th February 2023 via Microsoft Teams. -
Guidance on the originating status of Russian fish
A guidance note to help UK seafood businesses assess how the new Russian tariffs will apply to imports of Russian caught seafood. -
Statement to the Press: MarinTrust accepts North East Atlantic Blue Whiting FIP onto Improver Programme
A North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy (NAPA) Group press statement. -
Why it pays to treat your whelks well
Whelk handling guidance for fishers. Prepared by Professor Michel J. Kaiser, Heriot Watt University, on behalf of the Whelk Management Group. -
T90 - The gentle codend with many advantages
This fact sheet provides information on the advantages of turning netting 90º. -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - November 2022
Meeting minutes for the 10th meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 14th December 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
Statement to the Press: Norway Mackerel Unilateral Quota
A North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy (NAPA) Group press statement criticising Norway for their recent action to set a unilateral quota for North East Atlantic mackerel. -
The Effect of Icing on the Quality of Trawled Whole Nephrops
The Effect of Icing on the Quality of Trawled Whole Nephrops. -
Thames Sole Selectivity
This work was part of the UK’s Fisheries Science Partnership (FSP). -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - February 2023
Meeting minutes for the 12th meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 27th February 2023 via Microsoft Teams. -
Statement to the Press: NAPA reaffirms its commitment to sustainable pelagic fisheries in the Northeast Atlantic
NAPA has written a follow up statement to help clarify a misunderstanding around one of the conclusions of its recently published Position Paper. This new statement makes clear NAPA’s position on setting an appropriate quota allocation system. -
MPA and Fishing Restriction Mapping Project
This document explains the background for the MPA and Fishing Restriction Mapping project, as well as the objectives, deliverables and timeline. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - May 2023
Meeting minutes for the 11th meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 6th February 2023 via Microsoft Teams. -
SumWing
An overview of the SumWing; an alternative for a beam with beam trawling -
More prawns and fewer cod caught in trials with multi-rig prawn trawl (2009)
This work provides new data on the relative selective properties of multi-rig prawn trawls trialed in the North Sea may be of interest to fishermen, scientists and managers in situations where cod protection is of particular interest. -
Renewal for under 16.5m Skipper's Certificate photo ID card application form
Our Under 16.5m Skipper’s Certificate is issued with a five year expiry date. This form (v4) sets out our requirements for holders to renew their certificates. -
Statement to the Press: De-coding the Coastal States
North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy (NAPA) Group has released a press statement calling for contracting countries to abide by their own agreements, following the conclusion of the 2021 ‘Coastal States’ meetings. -
Statement to the Press: While the UN Ocean Conference backs sustainable fisheries, major Coastal States commit to continued overfishing back home
In the wake of the UN Ocean Conference, NAPA expresses alarm at the recent decisions of the Norwegian and Faroese governments to ignore calls for cooperation and set unilateral quotas for Northeast Atlantic mackerel. -
Seafood social profile Philippines January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Risk Assessment for Sourcing Seafood (RASS) Scoring Guidance
The UK Sea Fish Industry Authority’s Risk Assessment for Sourcing Seafood (RASS) Scoring Guidance. (2nd Edition) -
Project 50%
In 2009–10, an innovative partnership between scientists and Devon beam trawlermen – nicknamed ‘Project 50%’ – was set-up with an aim to help to protect fish stocks by reducing the amount of juvenile fish discarded overboard by over 50%. -
Open letter to Ministers - pre-quota allocation meetings
The North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy (NAPA) Group shares an open letter urging Ministers to work constructively to prioritise resolving allocation issues to ensure the overall catch for each stock does not overstep the scientific advice. -
Statement to the Press: Golden opportunity for Northeast Atlantic blue whiting
Three of the world’s largest buyers of Northeast Atlantic blue whiting - Skretting, Cargill and Biomar - are calling on politicians to seize a rare, golden opportunity to reduce their quota allocations, whilst not cutting catches. -
C43 Bass Lured Long Lines
This report describes work carried out on the North coast of Devon trialling a long line system using a range of artificial lures for bass; its evolution from conception to a full commercial application. -
Under 16.5m Skipper's Certificate photo ID card application form
Any fisherman who can satisfy the requirements for experience and certificated training can apply and complete this application form (v8) -
Seafood social profile USA January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Quality of trawled Nephrops using the coverless trawl
Key features measuring the quality of trawled Nephrops using the coverless trawl. -
Seafood social profile Vietnam January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Quality of Trawled Nephrops - Key Features
Quality of Trawled Nephrops fact sheet. -
Finfish Industry Advisory Group (FIAG) Meeting Minutes - October 2022
Meeting minutes for the 3rd meeting of the Finfish Industry Advisory Group (FIAG) which took place on Tuesday 18 October 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
Seafood social profile Spain January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Climate change adaptation in aquaculture sourced seafood - infographic
This infographic illustrates climate change drivers relevant to aquaculture and seafood supply chains. Example impacts and adaptation actions are provided for salmon, trout, bivalve shellfish, seabass, seabream, pangasius, tilapia, and warm water prawn. -
A Pilot Pot Fishery for Nephrops Norvegicus off the Northern Ireland coast
The study was managed by officials from DARD, ANIFPO including the owners of the vessels engaged in the study and AFBI who carried out scientific monitoring of the pilot fishery. With the introduction of the Irish Sea cod recovery programme and its associated temporary sea area closures, several Northern Irish fishing vessels were displaced. They were encouraged to find sustainable alternatives to complete their annual fishing plans. Amongst the fishing vessels affected were four small (under 12 metre) vessels, which had traditionally targeted cod using gill-nets. The closure effectively stopped this fishery. As a result the four vessels, like many of their larger colleagues diversified into the Nephrops fishery using trawls. However, with the increasing costs of fuel and other overheads, combined with reductions in the landed price for Nephrops, the owners of the four vessels, together with the ANIFPO, decided to investigate alternative fishing opportunities. Following internal discussion, and with DARD’s Sea Fisheries Division, an application for funding was submitted to allow sea trials in the “open Irish Sea”, to examine the practicalities of using pots/creels to catch Nephrops. While creels were used in Strangford Lough, and other similar Loughs around Scotland, the possibility of using creels in areas traditionally trawled had not been investigated. -
Finfish Industry Advisory Group (FIAG) Meeting Minutes - June 2022
Meeting minutes for the 2nd meeting of the Finfish Industry Advisory Group (FIAG) which took place on Wednesday 29 June 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
Trials to assess the potential for nephrops trawls with low headline heights (less than 1m) in reducing whitefish by-catch
A report on the trials held to assess whether whitefish by-catch could be reduced in the Nephrops trawl fishery by using low headline Nephrops trawls. -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - April 2022
Meeting minutes for the 8th meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 5th April 2021 via Microsoft Teams. -
Seafood social profile Argentina January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Responsible Sourcing Guide - Nephrops
Responsible Sourcing Guide - Nephrops. -
Finfish Industry Advisory Group (FIAG) Meeting Minutes - March 2022
Meeting minutes for the inaugural meeting of the Finfish Industry Advisory Group (FIAG) which took place on Thursday 24 March 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
English Aquaculture Strategy - summary
Part of the Seafood 2040 aquaculture strategy for England - this summary document sets the scene, highlighting the opportunities and growth aspirations alongside a plan for delivery. -
North Sea cod stock advice December 2019
An overview of the stock status and management advice for the North Sea cod fishery. It has been prepared for a non-technical audience and is primarily directed at seafood processors and retailers. -
Business calls for sea-change in pelagics management
Gisli Gislason, North Atlantic Program Director at the Marine Stewardship Council shares his views on the issues faced by North Atlantic stocks. -
Trials of a Net Grid for the UK Nephrops trawl fisheries
This report provides data for Gear trials, which were performed on the Net Grid by Cefas and the crew of the MFV Avocet in May and June 2012. -
Resource and waste management guidance for seafood processing (Scotland)
This publication provides information for seafood processing businesses in Scotland on legislation for managing waste. It also includes helpful guidance for all processing businesses on improving waste management. -
Implementation of more selective and sustainable fisheries (IMPSEL)
Gear database resource: Report on project looking at implementation of more selective and sustainable fisheries funded by the Danish Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries -
North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy Group (NAPA) - Communications Consultant, Request for Proposals (RFP)
This document outlines the North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy Group (NAPA) request for proposals to support it, to educate and engage stakeholders and decision-makers on NAPA activities, positions and calls-to-action. -
Reducing Seabed Contact of Trawling: Design and model test of a semi-pelagic shrimp trawl for the pink shrimp fishery
Design and model test of a semi-pelagic shrimp trawl for the pink shrimp fishery. -
Seafish Wales Advisory Committee (SWAC) Minutes - May 2022
Minutes from Seafish Wales Advisory Committee (SWAC) meeting held on Tuesday 17 May 2022. -
Sodium Metabisulphite Alternatives - key Features
Sodium metabisulphite has been used by the UK fishing industry for many years to control the effects of melanotic blackening in prawns (Nephrops norvegicus). Melanosis is the formation of dark pigmentation in the skin or outer tissue. Following recent court cases relating to high levels of sulphite residue and the requirement for allergen labelling, there is now interest to secure alternative treatments or processes to control melanosis. -
Statement to the Press: Global supply chain unites in support of sustainable Northeast Atlantic pelagics, as NAPA nets top organisations from Canada, Australia, and Italy
Three more major organisations - Ocean Brands of Canada, Simplot Australia, and Bolton Group of Italy - have pledged their support to NAPA, sending a clear message to Coastal States. -
Catch Comparison Trials of the Flip Flap Netting Grid Trawl
A report on a pair of catch comparison trials conducted in the North Sea to compare a standard Nephrops scraper trawl with the Flip Flap Netting Grid (FFG). -
Codend mesh size and square mesh trial in Southern Ireland
Gear database resource: Summary report of Gear Trials in Demersal Fisheries V1a -
Assessment of T90 mesh in a fishery targeting whiting in the Celtic Sea
This report describes the key findings for the assessment of T90 mesh in a fishery targeting whiting in the Celtic Sea. -
Seafood Industry Leadership Group Meeting Minutes - 27 January 2021
Minutes from the 27 January 2021 Seafood 2040 Seafood Industry Leadership Group (SILG) meeting in Year 3. -
Alternatives to sodium metabisulphite
Alternatives to sodium metabisulphite fact sheet. -
Seafood social profile China January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Seafood social profile Taiwan January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Seafood social profile Thailand January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Seafood social profile Canada January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Northeast Atlantic mackerel stock update December 2019
An overview of the stock status and management advice for Northeast Atlantic mackerel. It has been prepared for a non-technical audience and is primarily directed at mackerel processors and retailers. -
Board minutes - 26 May 2021
Seafish Board minutes -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - March 2020
Meeting minutes for the 2nd meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 3rd March 2020. -
Scottish Seafish Advisory Committee Minutes - May 2022
Minutes from the Scottish Seafish Advisory Committee (SSAC) meeting held on Tuesday 31 May 2022. -
Comparative Fishing for Flatfish using a Beam Trawl fitted with Electric Ticklers
A report on the comparative fishing for Flatfish using a Beam Trawl fitted with electric ticklers. -
Seafood social profile South Africa January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Preliminary trials of a new scallop dredge in the Isle of Man
Preliminary trials of a new scallop dredge in the Isle of Man. -
Is there a way out for the beam trawler fleet with rising fuel prices?
This paper describes the measures that have been taken and the plans for the near future to keep the beam trawl fishery profitable in the short to medium term. -
Seafood social profile Indonesia January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Seafish Northern Ireland Advisory Committee (SNIAC) Minutes - March 2022
Minutes from the Seafish Northern Ireland Advisory Committee (SNIAC) meeting held on Thursday 24 March 2022. -
Crab and Lobster Live Holding System Part II (Water Pumps, Air Pumps and Pipework)
This data sheet is part of a new series forming a guide to the selection of equipment needed to successfully store and transport live crabs and lobsters. -
Open letter to politicians as major brands look for sustainable alternatives to overfished Northeast Atlantic mackerel
NAPA has issued an open letter to politicians as major brands look to South America for sustainable alternatives to overfished Northeast Atlantic mackerel, following a lack of decisive action towards sustainable pelagic fisheries management. -
Discard collection study comparing the SFIA designed nephrops trawl against commercial trawls
The latest exercise conducted under this programme has concentrated on a slightly different approach to the preceding work on by-catch reduction devices. -
Catch Comparison Trials using a 400mm Square Mesh Panel
Catch Comparison Trials using a 400mm Square Mesh Panel -
The Seafood 2040 Programme Annual Report for Year 2
In the Seafood 2040 Annual Report for Year 1, six ambitions were presented for the second year of the programme. This document, the Annual Report for Year 2, details progress toward the achievement of those ambitions. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - July 2020
Meeting minutes for the 1st meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 22nd July 2020 via Zoom. -
Climate change adaptation in aquaculture sourced seafood - summary report
This summary report concerns UK seafood supply chains reliant on domestic and international aquaculture production. It sets out major impacts from key climate change drivers and major areas of adaptation action, from production to processing. -
Catch Comparison Trials with the Faithlie Cod Avoidance Panel (FCAP)
A report on catch comparison trials conducted in the North Sea to evaluate the Faithlie Cod Avoidance Panel. -
Seafood social profile Turkey January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
An Engineering Performance of 2 single Trawls used by the Scottish under 10m fleet targeting Nephrops in ICES Sub Area IV
Fisheries Research Services Internal Report No. 01/07 -
Improving the selectivity of beam trawls in The Netherlands
The effect of large mesh top panels on the catch rates of sole, plaice, cod and whiting. -
Longer is not always better - The influence of beach seine net haul distance on fish catchability
The aim of this study was to compare the influence of different haul distances of a cod end beach seine on the catchability of fish in a surf zone. -
Summary report of Gear Trials to Support Ireland’s Submission under Articles 11 & 13 of Reg. 1342/2008 Nephrops Fisheries VIIa & VIIb-k
Summary report of Gear Trials to Support Ireland’s Submission under Articles 11 & 13 of Reg. 1342/2008 Nephrops Fisheries VIIa & VIIb-k -
Seafish Coverless Prawn Trawl Design & Construction Guidance Notes
Seafish Coverless Prawn Trawl Design & Construction Guidance Notes. -
Seafood social profile South Korea January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Climate change adaptation - Watching Brief 2017
A Seafish/MCCIP Watching Brief report on how the seafood industry in the UK is adapting to climate change. -
Performance of a trawl codend made from 90º turned netting (T90) compared with that of traditional codends
This paper describes a series of tests conducted in the SINTEF Flume Tank with different designs and constructions of codends. -
The Seafood 2040 Programme Annual Report for Year 1
This interim report covers progress against two goals determined by Seafood 2040 and how the programme is being taken forward. -
Revised Seafood 2040 recommendations for 2021 and beyond
Seafood 2040 has revised the original 25 recommendations that formed the Strategic Framework and programme. There are now 19 recommendations for action to be progressed by the SF2040 programme in partnership with government and industry. -
Seafood social profile India January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
The Ideal Purse Seine Vessel
A Guide to Demonstrating Best Practices & Meeting ISSF Conservation Measures. -
Statement to the Press: Africa responds to NAPA’s call for sustainability in Northeast Atlantic pelagic fisheries
The North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy (NAPA) Group has announced its first member company from Africa as the latest addition to its supply chain coalition. -
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst - Job Description
Full job description for the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst vacancy. -
Seafood social profile Chile January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
The impact of beach-seine netting on the benthic flora and fauna of False Bay, South Africa
The impact of beach-seine netting on the benthic flora and fauna of False Bay, South Africa. -
CO2 emissions: Case studies in selected seafood product chains
The report summarises research into GHG emissions associated with several UK seafood commodities traded. It covers key risks and opportunities to help UK seafood processors measure, reduce and/or offset GHG emissions throughout their supply chains. -
Degritting of King Scallops
Dredged scallops are known to contain ‘grit’ in the form of sand, silt, mud or broken shell. Although washed out in processing, this contamination limits the marketability of these scallops as a ‘live’ product and detracts from their value in comparison with scallops landed by divers. The initial part of this work has confirmed the considerable extent of grit contamination of commercially harvested scallops and that it is effectively removed in the production of a processed product by shucking and washing the meat, but it has also shown that the eating quality of ‘gritty’ scallops deteriorates rapidly if held unprocessed in the shell. This report has been produced from a scanned original and may therefore contain some formatting and other inaccuracies. In cases where this affects the technical content, a paper copy of the original report can still be obtained from Seafish. -
Processor & Import Panel Minutes - October 2021
The Minutes of the Processor & Import Panel meeting, held on Wednesday 20 October 2021. -
Large Mesh Top sheet in a Scottish nephrops trawl
Gear database resource: Scottish Industry Science Partnership Report on West coast fishery trials of a twin rig Nephrops trawl incorporating a large mesh top sheet -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - April 2021
Meeting minutes for the 5th meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 29th April 2021 via Zoom. -
Square and large diamond mesh in Northern Ireland Nephrops Fishery
Gear database resource: Final report on technical conservation trials in the Northern Ireland Nephrops Fishery -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - April 2021
Meeting minutes for the 4th meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 22nd April 2021 via Zoom. -
Seafood social profile Ecuador January2020
This profile is part of a series on the social risks associated with countries that are important to the UK seafood industry. It covers risks related to the production and processing of wild caught and farmed seafood. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - July 2021
Meeting minutes for the 5th meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 22nd July 2021 via Microsoft Teams. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - October 2020
Meeting minutes for the 2nd meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 27th October 2020 via Zoom. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - January 2021
Meeting minutes for the 3rd meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 28th January 2021 via Zoom. -
UK Gear Trial Review: What can we learn from past gear trial projects?
The main aims in conducting this UK Gear Trial Review were to: 1) conduct a strategic evaluation of past UK gear trials projects; and 2) use the findings to help inform the relevant, effective and efficient delivery of future work in this area. -
Supply Chain & Consumer Panel Minutes - May 2021
The Minutes of the Supply Chain & Consumer Panel meeting, held on Tuesday 11 May 2021. -
Statement to the Press: Newly Published ICES Advice Reveals Further Reductions in Catch are Required
NAPA states its position following the release of the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) advice for iconic Northeast Atlantic pelagic stocks in 2023. -
The spawning of king scallop, Pecten maximus, in Welsh waters – A preliminary study
The spawning of king scallop, Pecten maximus, in Welsh waters – A preliminary study. -
Supply Chain & Consumer Panel Minutes - October 2021
The Minutes of the Supply Chain & Consumer Panel meeting, held on Wednesday 27 October 2021. -
Seafish Wales Advisory Committee (SWAC) Minutes - October 2021
The Minutes of the 18th Seafish Wales Advisory Committee (SWAC) meeting held on Thursday 14 October 2021. -
Seafood Industry Leadership Group Meeting Minutes - 25 November 2021
Minutes from the 25 November 2021 Seafood 2040 Seafood Industry Leadership Group (SILG) meeting in Year 4. -
Report of the Study Group on Turned 90° Codend Selectivity, focusing on Baltic Cod Selectivity (SGTCOD) 2009
A report of the first meeting in the ICES Study Group on Turned 90° Codend Selectivity, focusing on Baltic Cod Selectivity (SGTCOD), May 2009. -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - October 2020
Meeting minutes for the 3rd meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 15th October 2020 via Zoom. -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - May 2021
Meeting minutes for the 6th meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 5th May 2021 via Zoom. -
South West Advisory Committee (SWACC) Minutes - April 2022
Minutes from the Seafish South West Advisory Committee (SSWAC) meeting held on Tuesday 12 April 2022. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - November 2021
Meeting minutes for the 6th meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 11th November 2021 via Microsoft Teams. -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - October 2020
Meeting minutes for the 3rd meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 22nd July 2020. -
Crab and Lobster Management Group minutes - March 2022
Meeting minutes for the 7th meeting of the Crab and Lobster Management Group (CMG) which took place on 31st March 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
Processor & Import Panel Minutes - May 2021
The Minutes of the Processor & Import Panel meeting, held on Thursday 27 May 2021. -
Processor & Import Panel Minutes - January 2021
The Minutes of the Processor & Import Panel meeting, held on Wednesday 27 January 2021. -
Supply Chain & Consumer Panel Minutes - September 2020
The Minutes of the Supply Chain & Consumer Panel meeting, held on Monday 28 September 2020. -
The Seafood 2040 Programme Annual Report for Year 3
The Seafood 2040 Programme Annual Report for Year 3 documents the achievements and progress from September 2020 to September 2021. -
Domestic & Export Sector Panel Minutes - May 2021
The Minutes of the Domestic & Export Sector Panel meeting, held on Wednesday 19 May 2021. -
Domestic & Export Sector Panel Minutes - January 2021
The Minutes of the Domestic & Export Sector Panel meeting, held on Monday 25 January 2021. -
Processor & Import Panel Minutes - September 2020
The Minutes of the Processor & Import Panel meeting, held on Tuesday 29 September 2020. -
Seafish Northern Ireland Advisory Committee (SNIAC) Minutes - November 2021
Minutes from the Seafish Northern Ireland Advisory Committee (SNIAC) meeting held on Thursday 25 November 2021. -
SEA Alliance Vision and Working framework. January 2019.
This details the SEA Alliance Vision (what we aim to achieve) and the working framework on how we plan to do this. -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - July 2022
Meeting minutes for the 9th meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 6th July 2022 via Microsoft Teams. -
Domestic & Export Sector Panel Minutes - October 2021
The Minutes of the Domestic & Export Sector Panel meeting, held on Wednesday 27 October 2021. -
Responses to Clarification Questions to Tender TD2022-005- Seafish Creative Brand Development
This document includes the consolidation of the questions Seafish has been asked about tender TD2022-005, and the responses Seafish has given, so far. -
North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy (NAPA) Group Sourcing Statements
Sourcing statements from the North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy (NAPA) Group partners. -
First Interim Report of the Working Group on Electrical Trawling (WGELECTRA)
The Working Group on Electrical Trawling (WGELECTRA) met in Ostend, Belgium from 21–23 October 2014 to review knowledge of the effects of electrical fishing on the marine environment. This is the report of those findings and suggested recommendations. -
Aquaculture Leadership Group Meeting Minutes - 8 December 2021
Minutes from the 8 December 2021 Seafood 2040 Aquaculture Leadership Group (ALG) meeting in Year 4. -
Domestic & Export Sector Panel Minutes - October 2020
The Minutes of the Domestic & Export Sector Panel meeting, held on Tuesday 20 October 2020. -
Scottish Seafish Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2021
Minutes from the Scottish Seafish Advisory Committee (SSAC) meeting held on Tuesday 9 November 2021. -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - July 2020
Meeting minutes for the 3rd meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 22nd July 2020. -
Candian Pair Seining Experiment 1969
Candian Pair Seining Experiment 1969 -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - November 2019
Meeting minutes for the inaugural meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 25th November 2019. -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - August 2021
Meeting minutes for the 7th meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 11th August 2021 via Microsoft Teams. -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - January 2021
Meeting minutes for the 4th meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 14th January 2021 via Zoom. -
Seafood 2040 - A Strategic Framework for England
Seafood 2040 has brought together stakeholders from across the seafood supply chain in pursuit of a single, compelling goal. This document is the result of that shared enterprise. -
Statement to the Press: Open letter to ministers from NAPA and the Marine Stewardship Council
NAPA and the Marine Stewardship Council unite in calling for tangible action on the sustainable management of pelagic stocks at the 2022 Coastal States meetings. -
New approaches to the reduction of non-target mortality in beam trawling
This paper presents experiments with modified beam trawls aimed at reducing discard rates and direct mortality of benthic in-fauna and epi-fauna without affecting the level of landings. -
Climate change adaptation in UK seafood (wild capture) - summary report
This summary report concerns UK seafood wild capture supply chains reliant on domestic and international production. It sets out major impacts from key climate change drivers and major areas of adaptation action, from production to processing. -
A Snapshot of the Large Scale Tropical Tuna Purse Seine Fishing Fleets as of June 2017
A snapshot of the large scale tropical Tuna Purse Seine Fishing Fleets as of June 2017. -
Review of Technical measures in Scotland including mesh size changes
Gear database resource: Scottish Industry Science Partnership Review of technical measures for Scottish mixed demersal fisheries -
Efficiency and environmental impacts of three different Queen scallop fishing gears
Efficiency and environmental impacts of three different Queen scallop fishing gears. -
Escape gaps for velvet crabs (Necora puber); stock and economic benefits for the catching sector
Escape gaps for velvet crabs (Necora puber); stock and economic benefits for the catching sector -
Flatfish pulse fishing
A report on the research results and knowledge gaps of flatfish pulse fishing. -
Drift netting for Tuna - The feasibility and costs of alternative fishing methods
The feasibility and costs of alternative fishing methods. -
International Workshop on Seine Net Fishing
With the growing interest in this relatively fuel-efficient method of fishing, Sudurnes Comprehensive college invited speakers from Iceland and across Europe to share their experience and expertise in seine netting. -
Line-caught albacore tuna - An observation voyage by Seafish as part of a BIM-funded study
Seafish was invited to take part in a BIM sea trial to test two different hook-and-line methods for catching Atlantic albacore tuna in the Bay of Biscay: by surface longline and by trolling with lures. -
NAPA Analysis of Coastal State Mackerel Catches
NAPA reiterates its position that fishing of Northeast Atlantic mackerel should be restricted, and to further request that a cap of 20% is implemented such that no single coastal stage can catch more than 20% of its allocation in international waters. -
The effects of square mesh panel mesh size and position on the selectivity of high and low powered Nephrops trawlers
Assessing the differences in performance between square mesh panels (SMPs) placed in the straight extension or in the taper, between 110 and 120 mm SMPs, and between gears towed by vessels of different horsepower. -
Assessment of Stress and Mortality of the Prawn During Live Handling from Vessel to Market
Assessment of Stress and Mortality of the Prawn During Live Handling from Vessel to Market. -
The Swimming and Orientation Behaviour of the Norway Lobster, Nephrops norvegicus (L.), in Relation to Trawling
The swimming and orientation behaviour of the Norway lobster, Nephrops norvegicus (L.), in relation to trawling. -
Sustainable discard reduction in the Farne Deeps Nephrops fishery
There is a recognised problem surrounding the issue of discarding whitefish in the Farne Deeps Nephrops fishery. Both local fishermen and DEFRA are aware of the need to make changes to current operations and are committed to reducing discards while encouraging the take up of technical conservation methods. This project explores the potential for reducing the fishing effort on cod, haddock and whiting by increasing the earning potential for the Nephrops catch component with a live (tubed) landing regime. Overall, this project was an industry lead responsible fishing initiative leading to a more sustainable fishery. <sup>Keywords</sup>: Nephrops, Farne Deeps, whitefish discard reduction, sustainable fishery -
Review of Practical and Operational Aquaculture Training across the UK
Report on research commissioned by Seafish to inform its planned development of a training and guidance programme to support aquaculture -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - February 2020
Meeting minutes for the inaugural meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 5th February 2020 in London . -
Review of life cycle assessment research on products derived from fisheries and aquaculture
The report reviews, synthesizes and summarises reports and studies regarding GHG emissions from seafood supply chains in the period 2000-2012. Published case studies or carbon footprint assessments taking a life cycle approach are considered. -
NAPA Position Paper: The collective voice of the market is calling for change: will Coastal States listen?
North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy Group (NAPA) recommendations for North East Atlantic Coastal States and/or North East Atlantic Fisheries Commission (NEAFC) to improve sustainable management of mackerel, Atlanto-Scandian herring and blue whting. -
Effects of Codend Mesh Size and Twine Number on Nephrops Selectivity
Gear database resource: Scottish Marine and Freshwater Science Vol6 No3 on effects of codend mesh size and twine number on nephrops selectivity -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - December 2021
Meeting minutes for the 8th meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 13th December 2021 via Microsoft Teams. -
Investigation of Reports of Semi-Pelagic White Fish in the Clyde
This Marine Scotland Science Report is a series of reports that publish the results of research and monitoring carried out by Marine Scotland Science. These reports are not subject to formal external peer-review. -
Scallop Dredge Selectivity
Contribution of tooth spacing, mesh size and ring size; Part I West of Scotland sea trials. -
Investigating technical measures for the improvement of Nephrops size selectivity in trawls
Financial Instrument for Fisheries Guidance (FIFG) Ref: 03/ENG/46/04. -
Invitation to Tender - International Exhibition Support 2022-23
This document outlines Seafish’s requirements for a full-service exhibition contractor to manage and deliver all aspects of a ‘UK Seafood Pavilion’ at agreed international trade show(s). -
Report of the Study Group on Turned 90° Codend Selectivity, focusing on Baltic Cod Selectivity (SGTCOD) 2010
Report of the Study Group on Turned 90° Codend Selectivity, focusing on Baltic Cod Selectivity (SGTCOD), September 2010. -
Stock Assessment of Small and Medium Pelagics: Status of Ring Net and Reef Seine Fisheries along the Kenyan coast
This report is prepared by Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute; in collaboration with the State Department of Fisheries. The World Bank through Kenya Coastal Development Project (KCDP) funded the production of the report. -
Effects of Codend Mesh Size and Twine Number on Nephrops Selectivity
Report of Fishing Industry Science Alliance (FISA) Project 03/13 -
Shellfish Industry Advisory Group Minutes - February 2021
Meeting minutes for the 5th meeting of the Shellfish Industry Advisory Group (SIAG) which took place on 4th February 2021 via Zoom. -
Climate change adaptation - Watching Brief 2019
A Seafish/MCCIP Watching Brief report on how the seafood industry in the UK is adapting to climate change. -
Review of king scallop dredge designs and impacts, legislation and potential conflicts with offshore wind farms
Review of king scallop dredge designs and impacts, legislation and potential conflicts with offshore wind farms. -
Report of the Study Group on Turned 90° Codend Selectivity, focusing on Baltic Cod Selectivity (SGTCOD) 2011
A report of the third meeting of the ICES Study Group on Turned 90° Codend Selectivity, focusing on Baltic Cod Selectivity (SGTCOD), May 2011. -
Yellowfin tuna - A Global and UK supply chain analysis
A global and UK supply chain analysis of Yellowfin tuna. -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - August 2021
Meeting minutes for the 6th meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 4th August 2021 via Microsoft Teams. -
The Good Practice Guide for Nephrops Fishermen
This booklet has been produced for fishermen who are engaged in the capture of nephrops from fisheries around the UK and the EU. -
Financial Instrument for Fisheries Guidance (FIFG) Project. An industry-centred conservation project.
Commercial proving trials of a new prawn trawl design. -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - July 2020
Meeting minutes for the 2nd meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 21st July 2020 via Zoom. -
A Summary of Bycatch Issues and ISSF Mitigation Activities To Date in Purse Seine Fisheries, with Emphasis on FADs
This document summarises the main bycatch issues in tropical purse seine fisheries, with emphasis on FAD sets (including natural log sets, since the available data does not always allow for a separation of the two). -
Trial of acoustic deterrents for prevention of porpoise by-catch (porpoise pingers) Phase 2 and 3 Endurance and Tangle
This study details the practicalities of attachment, deployment and testing of acoustic deterrents (porpoise pingers) within the Celtic sea gill net fishery. -
Improving the selectivity of towed fishing gears
New Prawn Trawl Designs to Avoid Capture of Unwanted Bycatch -
Whelk Management Group Minutes - November 2021
Meeting minutes for the 7th meeting of the Whelk Management Group (WMG) which took place on 17th November 2021 via Microsoft Teams. -
Sodium Metabisulphite Alternatives
Sodium metabisulphite has been used in the UK fishing industry for many years to control the effects of melanotic blackening in prawns (Nephrops norvegicus). Recent requirements for allergen labelling and court cases resulting from high levels of sulphite residue have prompted interest to secure alternative treatments to control melanosis. Further motivation has come from the highly corrosive nature of sodium metabisulphite. This causes extensive damage to vessels and processing equipment and has serious operational health and safety issues. A number of treatments were trialled in a commercial environment to determine a viable alternative to sodium metabisulphite. Prawns were treated at sea and then assessed for shelf life and sulphite residue by processors in NE Scotland. 5 treatments were competitive with sodium metabisulphite, these include sulphite based and non sulphite based treatments. As such, vessels and factories are provided with a variety of treatment options depending on their own product requirements. Alternative sulphite based treatments exhibit reduced operational hazards and lower sulphite residues in the tail meat while selected non sulphite based treatments are classified as ‘processing aids’ and are exempt from any form of food additive labelling. -
The Nephrops fisheries of the Northeast Atlantic and Mediterranean - A review and assessment of fishing gear design
A review and assessment of fishing gear design. -
The Promotion of Pole-and-Line Tuna Fishing in the Pacific Islands - Emerging Issues and Lessons Learned
This study examines the various issues associated with promoting pole-and-line fishing and attempts to derive lessons from experience that may guide future development efforts. -
Report of the Study Group on Electrical Trawling (SGELECTRA) April 2012
A report on the Study Group on Electrical Trawling (SGELECTRA). -
Beach Seining
Seining is a fishing technique traditionally done in areas with large schools or groups of fish. -
Responsible Fishing Ports Scheme User Guide
This User Guide for the Responsible Fishing Ports Scheme (RFPS) is designed to explain the most important parts of the RFPS in an easy-to-understand way. It also includes an appendix which looks at individual clauses in detail. -
Study Group on Discard and By-Catch Information
The document is a report of an expert group under the auspices of the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea and does not necessarily represent the views of the Council. -
Report of the Study Group on Electrical Trawling (SGELECTRA) April 2013
A report of the Study Group on Electrical Trawling (SGELECTRA). -
English Aquaculture Strategy - full report
Part of the Seafood 2040 aquaculture strategy for England - this full report includes a review of the English aquaculture landscape and current barriers to growth, along with the rationale and methodology behind the strategy. -
Report on the Current State of Driftnet Fisheries in the UK
Report on the Current State of Driftnet Fisheries in the UK. -
Climate change adaptation in aquaculture sourced seafood - full report
The report concerns UK seafood supply chains reliant on domestic and international aquaculture production. It covers major impacts from key climate change drivers, from production to processing, and sets out major areas of adaptation action. -
NAPA Mackerel and Herring FIP Progress Reporting
This spreadsheet captures the progress, and evidence, for the NAPA Mackerel and Herring FIP in 6 month intervals. -
Understanding and responding to climate change in UK seafood (wild capture) - full report
The report concerns UK seafood wild capture supply chains reliant on domestic and international production. It covers major impacts from key climate change drivers, from production to processing, and sets out major areas of adaptation action.