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World Trade Organization agreement on fisheries subsidies enters into force, 15 September 2025.

First global treaty to curb harmful fishing subsidies enters into force

The WTO agreement introduces binding rules to combat illegal fishing, protect marine ecosystems and support the livelihoods of millions who depend on fisheries worldwide.

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"A good foundation has been laid," said Sjømat Norge's Head of Aquaculture Technology, Ole Fretheim.

Norwegian seafood federation welcomes government policy on offshore aquaculture

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This initiative has been carried out in collaboration with the NGOs Future of Fish and The Nature Conservancy.

Experts gather to promote electronic monitoring of Chilean fisheries

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Spain advocates keeping a specific EU fund for fishing and aquaculture

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Sjømat Norge urges new Norwegian parliament to prioritise land access for aquaculture

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The event was hosted by the Chair of the European Parliament's Committee on Fisheries, Carmen Crespo Díaz.

EU needs an Action Plan on Blue Foods, aquaculture producers claim

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Starting January 1, 2026, any fish or fish products from fisheries without a comparability finding cannot be imported into the United States.

US to block seafood imports from 240 fisheries failing to meet marine mammal protection standards

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Seafood Innovation Programme unveiled in Ireland. Pictured from left to right: Liz O’Leary, Head of Innovation, Keohane Seafoods, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Timmy Dooley TD, Caroline Bocquel, CEO, Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM), and Dr Adam McAdamek, Director of Innovation, EIT Belgium.

Ireland to launch new seafood innovation programme

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Commercial fishing boats lined up in Sitka, Alaska.

NOAA Fisheries seeks public input on strengthening American seafood competitiveness

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New Ghana's Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill aims to protect small-scale fishers

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New Zealand moves forward with fisheries reform

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This legislation would promote seafood production in the United States.

New U.S. Marine Aquaculture Research Act aims to regulate offshore aquaculture

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This product represents 93% of Galicia's aquaculture production.

Galicia allocates over 200,000€ for promotion and marketing of certified mussels

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One of the goals is to reduce antibiotic use in salmon farming by 25% over a period of four years.

Chile focuses on monitoring and research to improve salmon farming practices

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The European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) is responsible for co-financing these grants.

Andalusia to increase aquaculture investment grants to €7.6 Million

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India and Maldives collaborate to strengthen fisheries and aquaculture sectors

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Rita Schwarzelühr-Sutter, Parliamentary State Secretary, BMUKN, and Pamela Castillo, 30x30 Global Marine Director, WCS.

Germany joins international initiative to promote women’s ocean leadership

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Ireland’s largest ever capital investment plan includes key funding for seafood and coastal communities

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First global treaty to curb harmful fishing subsidies enters into force

Norwegian seafood federation welcomes government policy on offshore aquaculture

Experts gather to promote electronic monitoring of Chilean fisheries

Spain advocates keeping a specific EU fund for fishing and aquaculture

Sjømat Norge urges new Norwegian parliament to prioritise land access for aquaculture

EU needs an Action Plan on Blue Foods, aquaculture producers claim

US to block seafood imports from 240 fisheries failing to meet marine mammal protection standards

Ireland to launch new seafood innovation programme

NOAA Fisheries seeks public input on strengthening American seafood competitiveness

New Ghana's Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill aims to protect small-scale fishers

New Zealand moves forward with fisheries reform

New U.S. Marine Aquaculture Research Act aims to regulate offshore aquaculture

Galicia allocates over 200,000€ for promotion and marketing of certified mussels

Chile focuses on monitoring and research to improve salmon farming practices

Andalusia to increase aquaculture investment grants to €7.6 Million

India and Maldives collaborate to strengthen fisheries and aquaculture sectors

Germany joins international initiative to promote women’s ocean leadership

Ireland’s largest ever capital investment plan includes key funding for seafood and coastal communities

Maine passes new laws to support aquaculture growth

Ecuadorian shrimp sector urges private entities to boost security

Malta to build its first aquaculture and fisheries research centre

EU and Iceland agree to boost cooperation on fisheries and oceans

Spain and Mauritania collaborate for responsible fisheries resource management

Iceland passes new fishing fee law within a divided country