Carmen Halpin
I am Carmen, a journalist specialized in International Relations and Migrations, although I have been working for years in areas such as culture, gastronomy, feminism... Communication is my passion and information is an important instrument of power that society must have.
Processing
Bumble Bee will no longer be a “fair and safe supply chain”
The agreement outlaws some of the claims that defined Bumble Bee's products. These include "fair and safe supply chain" and "fair and responsible working conditions"
Politics
The “salmon tax” proposal will be presented today to the King-in-Council
Throughout the morning the Norwegian government will present a proposal for a resource rent tax on aquaculture (known as the “salmon...
Salmon
Salmon farming, one of the most important economic engines of the last three decades in Chile
Chile has generated an added value of US$ 5,282 million through salmon farming, which represents 2.1% of the national GDP.
Research
SpiroFri against spironucleosis
The project has received NOK 7 million in research funding support from the fisheries and aquaculture industry and has a total budget of NOK 8.9 million
Events
The generational handover, the 2023 edition of the BC Young Fishermen’s Network Gathering
About 80 fishermen and industry representatives came together to promote learning, networking and growth opportunities for those starting out in fishing.
Fisheries
Spain’s new fisheries act more inclusive, ambitious and sustainable
Spain has approved a new fisheries law, the Act 5/2023 on "Sustainable Fisheries and Fisheries Research". This legislation combines economic, social, and environmental concerns to improve the fishery industry.
Politics
EFCA and EEA signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote a sustainable industry
The European Fisheries Control Agency (EFCA) and the European Environment Agency (EEA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the aim of improving and exchanging knowledge and information between them.
Aquaculture
Iceland joins Aqualoop’s offshore fish farming project
Aqualoop, the offshore fish farming company known for its Aqualoop Big Dipper design, has new major investors, the Icelandic seafood consultancy, Markó Partners. This union would mark the beginning of offshore salmon farming in Iceland.
Markets
Vindheim, the CEO of Mowi, outlines why the industry is against “salmon tax”
This Wednesday, Ivan Vindheim, CEO of Mowi, was interviewed by Reporter Eleni Giokos on US news network CNN and showed his dissatisfaction with the “salmon taxes” imposed by Norwegian government's plans.
Fisheries
Alaska’s fishing industry is slowly crumbling
A polarized political situation, lawsuits for killing whales, and historic records decrease in the salmon stock have been the main causes of tension in the Alaskan fishery.
Sustainability
The Nelson Tasman region invests in the blue economy
“There’s an enormous opportunity to leverage the good reputation of Nelson Tasman’s seafood and aquaculture sector to help connect with potential investors to boost innovation and growth”, said Nash.
Sustainability
Anolytech and Redox team up for biosecure aquaculture and fisheries
“This strategic cooperation agreement underlines our continuous efforts to offer the fishery and aquaculture industries the best possible solutions for improved biosecurity and fish welfare” said Bergman.
Hot stories
Bumble Bee will no longer be a “fair and safe supply chain”
The agreement outlaws some of the claims that defined Bumble Bee's products. These include "fair and safe supply chain" and "fair and responsible working conditions"
The “salmon tax” proposal will be presented today to the King-in-Council
Throughout the morning the Norwegian government will present a proposal...
Salmon farming, one of the most important economic engines of the last three decades in Chile
Chile has generated an added value of US$ 5,282 million through salmon farming, which represents 2.1% of the national GDP.
SpiroFri against spironucleosis
The project has received NOK 7 million in research funding support from the fisheries and aquaculture industry and has a total budget of NOK 8.9 million
