The future of food is from the sea
Researchers say the ocean and seafood have big roles to play as the world’s population grows. By SeaWestNews Growing fish on land faces various environmental…
US ramping up seafood security with aquaculture
Federal waters off Southern California and in the Gulf of Mexico to host Aquaculture Opportunity Areas By SeaWestNews The United States has declared the federal…
Study looks at names for seafood grown in labs
New study evaluates what name should be used on labels for seafood products made from the cells of fish or shellfish to best meet regulatory…
Grieg Seafood BC gets a high five overcoming COVID-19 challenges
Celebrating its 20th anniversary in British Columbia, Greig Seafood BC becomes only the second salmon farmer in the world to achieve ASC’s multi-site certification By…
COVID-19: Nations look to aquaculture to boost food security
Dispelling myths and falsehoods that aquaculture threatens the fishing industry and environment are among the biggest challenges By SeaWestNews The COVID-19 pandemic is pushing governments…
Aquaculture set to play key role in food systems
GSI announces slew of new projects to cement the farmed salmon industry as the global leader in producing sustainable, climate-friendly and nutritious protein By SeaWestNews…
Canada pumps millions into seafood sector to keep it safe
“COVID-19 has created real challenges for our fish and seafood processing sector, and they have continued to respond with tenacity and innovation,” Bernadette Jordan, Minister…
Seafood champs stir the pot to help Vancouver Aquarium
B.C. chefs’ seafood chowder campaign to help the financially ailing Vancouver Aquarium By Samantha McLeodSeaWestNews Some of B.C.’s top chefs have come together to help…
Canada needs a strategy for its seafood farmers
U.S. President’s Executive Order mandating sweeping changes to boost seafood farming triggers renewed calls for a Federal Aquaculture Act in Canada. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Canada…
What you need to know about eating seafood and COVID-19
Farmed finfish and shellfish are a safe choice for consumers say a diverse group of scientists By SeaWestNews If there is one animal protein that…
BC expands business aid to aquaculture, seafood firms
“We will continue to look at ways to help our industry grow the high-quality local food that we depend on,” – Lana Popham, B.C.’s Minister…
Salmon farmers give 60,000 pounds of protein power to BC food banks
“I have been with Food Banks BC for almost a decade and I have never received a donation like this before…protein donations truly are hard…
Govt. aid to keep seafood on your plate
Government support of $62.5 million critical to provide safe, healthy and sustainable farm-raised and wild-sourced seafood products, says industry By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Canada will pump…
BC Seafood Festival and Expo postponed due to COVID-19
Western Canada’s largest seafood festival organisers looking for new dates in September to stage modified event. By SeaWestNews The BC Seafood Festival and Trade Expo,…
‘Help our farmers grow food to feed all Canadians’
Canadian Federation of Agriculture warns nation’s domestic food supply is being threatened by the COVID-19 pandemic By SeaWestNews Canada’s 200,000 farming families cannot ensure the…
COVID-19 seafood campaign unites wild and farmed fisheries
Consumer campaign is aimed at helping Americans stay healthy during the COVID-19 public health crisis and help boost seafood economy By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Wild fish…
Nathan Fong connected the world to B.C. seafood
Accolades pour in from around the world after the sudden passing of B.C.’s seafood ambassador By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Small in stature but gigantic in his…
Wild and farmed seafood critical to future food supply
“Building a strong domestic aquaculture industry is a win-win. It’s good for the economy and good for the planet,” – NOAA By SeaWestNews Danielle Blacklock…
Canada’s seafood farmers aim for a healthier and wealthier planet
Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance president, Timothy Kennedy joins global Advisory Network to help chart a path to a sustainable ocean economy SeaWestNews Timothy Kennedy, President…
Grieg Seafood invests in the West, expands in the East
Aquaculture giant, Grieg Seafood, celebrates 20th anniversary in B.C., with expansion plans in Eastern Canada, new gold standard for sustainability and a $40 million wellboat…
What Canadians want when it comes to seafood
New survey looks at sustainable and responsible seafood, environmental and social issues, as well as seafood tastes and preferences By SeaWestNews Canadians want to see…
Aquaculture community finds a N-EAT way to get fresh food
SFU pilot project aims to build on and expand traditional knowledge in First Nations communities for sustainable, nutritious, and organic food production By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews…
Seafood sleuths go viral to keep B.C. oyster farmers shucking
Three new studies announced to protect and bolster oyster farming in British Columbia By SeaWestNews Seafood sleuths are set to embark on three new studies…
Authentic Spanish Seafood Paella Recipe
“Paella, the essence of Spanish cuisine. Spain is famously known for Paella, especially in the region of Valencia, where Paella was created.” “Use quality ingredients…
Feed for thought on the future of food from the sea
Aquaculture industry has made steady progress in using insects and vegetables instead of wild fish as food for farmed fish. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews The aquaculture…
“Wolves” feast on the vulnerability of Canada’s seafood farmers
Relentless attacks by foreign funded special interest groups destroying livelihoods of seafood farmers and families in coastal communities CommentaryBy Mark Lane As a proud Newfoundlander…
Rocky Mountain Cooking – Seafood Pasta with Coconut Milk and Green Curry
Taken directly from the pages of Katie Mitzel’s “Rocky Mountain Cooking”, this savoury Seafood Pasta dish is simply irresistible. The Skoki Cookbook author and chef…
Seafood experts call on America to expand marine aquaculture
U.S. Senate hearing told responsible marine aquaculture is good for the economy, good for our communities, and good for the planet By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews America’s…
Confusion at the fish counter: How to eat seafood responsibly
Eating farmed fish helps reduce reliance on already vulnerable wild fish stocks. It also has a lower carbon footprint than terrestrial livestock farming By Jenny…
“Women in Seafood” video competition: A great success of the third edition
WSI (Women in Seafood), a not-for-profit organisation, created by seafood and gender issues specialists highlights gender imbalance in the industry, sheds light on women’s real…