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    Seafish response to Consultation on secondary legislation enforcement – monetary penalties and appeals against statutory notices

    The Seafish response to Defra's consultation on the secondary legislation for Marine Licensing Enforcement – Monetary Penalties and Appeals Against Statutory Notice. Consultation documents are available from http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/marine-licensing/index.htm
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    Seafish Responsible Sourcing Guide - Dover sole - May 2013

    This Responsible Sourcing Guide to Dover sole contains information on sustainability issues, stock assessment, conservation measures and management worldwide for the individual stocks of this species updated to 2013. There is a short section on the product characteristics of the species. The information was obtained from scientific, industry and governmental sources and appropriate references are given.
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    Kingfisher Fortnightly Bulletin Issue 25 2010 Cable

    News of offshore activities for the Oil & Gas, Subsea Cable and Wind Farm industries
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    SW Beam Trawl Financial Performance_2005 Mid Year Review

    In recent years structural changes have taken place in the beam trawl fishing segment, leaving fewer beam trawl vessels in operation. �� Gross earnings are expected to be better this year than in 2004 due to higher quotas of key species, increasing awareness of quality issues and stable fish prices. �� Net profits are expected to be lower than 2004, mainly due to the large increase in the cost of fuel over the last 12 months. �� Fuel costs are seen as the main problem in this segment, and could potentially lead to vessel tie-ups. �� Key issues include calls for higher quota of monkfish, megrim, and area VII sole, and the removal of effort restrictions on non-pressure stocks.
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    Kingfisher Fortnightly Bulletin Issue 02 2011 Cable

    News of offshore activities for the Oil & Gas, Subsea Cable and Wind Farm industries
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    B48_Cod and Haddock Gut Bacteria_Final Report

    The bacterial diversity contained within samples collected from the stomach of both haddock and cod was examined. In both cases, examples of microbes identified in the digestive tract of other vertebrates were observed. However, the majority of sequences identified were most similar to sequences which had previously been found in ‘environmental’ samples (e.g. soil samples). This is suggests that the bacterial community within the stomach of these fish is directly influenced by microbes being swallowed. This is different from the observations which have been reported for mammalian gut environments, where the food ingested (as opposed to the bacteria themselves) influence the bacterial population. This point is re-iterated by the relative abundance of sequences which were found which had high similarity to chloroplasts, which previously have constituted a minor level of contamination in other gut systems studied, suggestive of there not being a particularly strongly established bacterial population within the stomach of these fish.
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    Hyperbooks - Shellfish Guidance Notes

    Shellfish guidance notes.
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    Modern Purse Seining with Winch and Sonar

    The report which has been written for the Indonesian project outlines the basic principles of purse seining and the use of sonar to track a fish shoal during the setting of the net. This information is of general interest but the report is also more specific in describing the best layout for a purse sener vessel of 15m length for the Indonesian project.
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    SR695 UK Shellfish Production and Several, Regualting and Hybrid Orders

    The Contribution and Value of Orders in Relation to the Sector’s Past Development and Future Growth
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    Improving the selectivity of towed fishing gears

    New Prawn Trawl Designs to Avoid Capture of Unwanted Bycatch
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    SIPF0013_Nutritional and healthy facts about shellfish - langoustines

    This factsheet provides a summary of the nutritional properties for langoustines (Nephrops norvegicus). The work was funded by Seafish through our Industry Project Fund and commissioned by the Shellfish Association of Great Britain.
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    Procedural Requirements for Seafish Certification

    (48) Documentation and Procedural Req (Seafish Cert for NV) Issue 8
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    Seafish response to Defra’s UK Marine Policy Statement: A Draft for Consultation

    This is the Seafish response to Defra’s UK Marine Policy Statement: A Draft for Consultation, of 21 July 2010. The consultation papers are available here: http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/marine-policy/index.htm.
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    Seafish response to Consultation on the operation of the Gangmasters Licensing (Exclusions) Regulations 2006

    The Defra consultation is a second look at the Exclusions Regulations. Having received feedback on the 2006 Regulations, Defra feel that "some refinement may be necessary to widen the range of excluded circumstances". To read the consultation go to: http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/gangmasters-regs/index.htm
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    Seafish response to Consultation on the Review of the Animal By-Products Regulation (EC) No. 1774/2002

    Defra invited views on the European Commission’s proposal to replace the Animal By-Products Regulation 1774/2002/EC, which lays down health rules as regards animal by-products not intended for human consumption. Parallel consultations are being undertaken in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. To read the consultation go to: http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/animalbyproducts/letter.htm
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    Alternative disposal of polystyrene fish boxes

    Expanded polystyrene (EPS) fish boxes are widely used throughout the seafood industry for transporting all types of chilled products due to their thermal, shockproof and waterproof properties. However, for many seafood processors or wholesale markets, the disposal of used polystyrene fi shboxes can be an expensive and difficult problem. But there are alternatives to simply throwing whole EPS boxes in the bin. Used EPS fishboxes are being successfully and profitably recycled throughout the UK. This document describes various options for the disposal or recycling of used EPS and provides a list of contacts and agencies who can give further assistance.
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    Seafish Responsible Sourcing Guide - Hake - May 2013

    This Responsible Sourcing Guide to hake contains information on sustainability issues, stock assessment, conservation measures and management worldwide for the individual stocks of this species updated to 2013. There is a short section on the product characteristics of the species. The information was obtained from scientific, industry and governmental sources and appropriate references are given.
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    Exploring the Italian market for Nephrops from Scotland

    In 2003 the Sea Fish Industry Authority (Seafish), in association with Seafood Scotland and Scottish Development International commissioned a study to explore the market for Scottish Nephrops in Italy. This key features document provides an overview of the study's findings.
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    The Seafish Guide to Aquaculture

    This is one of a series of guides in which Seafish explores topical issues affecting the UK seafood industry. Here we look at the UK and European aquaculture markets, the global picture, opportunities and challenges and how the sector is moving forward.
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    Gear Technology Note - Encircling gear

    This gear technology guidance note covers the background and practical aspects relating to using encircling gear.
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    Labour and Employment in UK seafood processing April to June 2018

    Quarterly survey on employment and labour issues with UK seafood processing businesses from April to June 2018
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    Use of shellfish by-products bait

    Shell waste is a major problem with UK production of waste from calcareous shellfish (excluding Nephrops and shrimp) of around 75,000t/yr of which potentially 20,000t is flesh. Although there are many theoretical options for the use of waste shell few are commercially viable, often due costs of separation and cleaning. Previous work has shown it is possible to separate the flesh from the shell and supply the ‘free of flesh shell’ for use in aggregates; however this leaves the problem of what to do with the fleshy material. The current “Proof of Concept” project has focused on the use of flesh derived from shellfish waste in commercial bait. A comprehensive set of trials with bait sticks prepared from scallop (King & Queen), whelk and crab waste demonstrated that the fleshy waste from shell is a suitable material for baits. An overview of the project is provided in this factsheet.
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    Consumer attitudes to the environment and seafood

    Consumers’ environmental concerns have been a growing area of interest for various private and public sector bodies, with numerous studies conducted to measure public opinion. In recent years, the fishing industry has received considerable media exposure, especially regarding the sustainability of white fish stocks and the impact of fish farming. It has been diffi cult however to estimate the effect of this publicity on the purchase and consumption of seafood by consumers in Britain.
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    Handling and Holding Practices in the Production of Fresh Fish & Their Effect on Quality

    This report is the result of a study, sponsored within the 1982/83 MAFF research commission, of commercial practices of handling and holding fresh fish destined for human consumption, and the effect of those practices on quality.
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    Automation and the UK seafood industry (full report)

    Exploring the trade-offs between new technology, mechanisation and traditional labour resourcing.
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    Discards article In Fishing New (1 of 6). Introduction to the topic.

    In the first of a series of six articles, Mike Montgomerie, gear technologist at Seafish, gives his perspective on the discards issue and the work that Seafish, along with industry, has been doing to help develop new selective technologies and net-based fishing activities to reduce discards. In this article he looks at the reasons why fish are discarded and suggests how to make an elementary estimation of catch profile.This article appeared in Fishing News on 5 August 2011.
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    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.
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    Vermicomposting of pre-composted mixed fish/shellfish and green waste

    Partially composted mixed fish/shellfish and green waste was further vermicomposted on a large-scale for seven weeks. The composition of the pre-composted waste was such that it had elevated levels of pH and electrical conductivity. In the large-scale vermicomposting system, the earthworms appeared to be reluctant to enter the waste directly for the first three weeks but then actively processed the waste. However,laboratory experiments confirmed that the earthworms would have been capable of processing the waste during this period and increasing their biomass significantly as a result. It is likely that the earthworms were ingesting and processing the waste during the first three weeks while remaining in the bedding material. Greenhouse gas emissions were found to be low, probably due to the pre-composting phase reducing carbon and nitrogen contents. The vermicompost which was derived from the process showed the high nitrate concentration which is characteristic of typical“vermicomposts”. On the basis of this and other characteristics, it would appear that the vermicompost would be capable of being used as a basis for the formulation of high value composts.
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    Final Pelagic Industry Issues Group minutes for 18 October 2016

    Final minutes of the Pelagic Industry Issues meeting held in Aberdeen on Tuesday 18 October 2016.
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    Final CLG minutes for 10 November 2016 meeting

    Final minutes of the Common Language Group meeting held in London on 10 November 2016.
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    Seafish response to SITPRO Review of Port Procedures consultation

    SITPRO, the body responsible for simplifying international trade, undertook a review of procedures at UK ports for the international and intra-EU movement of goods. This was in part a reaction to the 2009 World Bank Doing Business report that judged the UK as only the 28th easiest to trade with. To read the consultation go to: http://www.sitpro.org.uk/news/articles/sen20090106.html
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    The Sea Fish Industry Authority – Annual Report and Accounts 2021/2022

    Seafish Annual Report and Accounts 2021/2022 sets out our work and financial results for the 2021/2022 financial year. This paper was laid before Parliament in response to a legislative requirement.
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    Seafood Scotland response to consultations on A strategy for Marine Nature Conservation in Scotland and Guidelines on the selection of MPAs and development of the MPA network

    As a representative organisation that works on behalf of the seafood industry in Scotland, Seafood Scotland strongly supports and endorses the detailed response made by the Sea Fish Industry Authority (Seafish) on these consultations. In addition, we lend our support to the concerns expressed by the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) in their responses. The original consultation papers can be found here: A Strategy for Marine Nature Conservation in Scotland: http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/marine/marine-environment/Conservationstrategy/draftconstrategy Marine Protected Areas in the Seas around Scotland: http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/marine/marine-environment/mpanetwork/draftmpaguide
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    FS40 -12.09_Bridle angle and wing end spread calculations

    The bridle angle (BA) or sweep angle (SA) is the angle formed between the direction of towing and the sweeps and bridles. The wing end spread (WES) is a measurement of the opening of a trawl at its wing ends. Knowledge of these two parameters is paramount in optimising the spread of the trawl gear to ensure it maintains an efficient opening to suit the behaviour of the target species. This fact sheet will help make these calculations.
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    Seafish Responsible Sourcing Guide - Mackerel - May 2013

    This Responsible Sourcing Guide to mackerel contains information on sustainability issues, stock assessment, conservation measures and management worldwide for the individual stocks of this species updated to 2013. There is a short section on the product characteristics of the species. The information was obtained from scientific, industry and governmental sources and appropriate references are given.
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    Seafish Responsible Sourcing Guide - Monk - October 2013

    This Responsible Sourcing Guide to monkfish contains information on sustainability issues, stock assessment, conservation measures and management worldwide for the individual stocks of this species updated to 2013. There is a short section on the product characteristics of the species. The information was obtained from scientific, industry and governmental sources and appropriate references are given.
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    EU Alert Monitoring – 30 October 2015

    Brussels update of seafood legislation developments, including TTIP, Third Country Fishing, Sustainable Fishing Partnership Agreements (SFPAs), Official Controls, REFIT of General Food Law, European Parliament question on legislative requirements for the labelling of fishery and aquaculture products, European Commission Work Programme 2016, Parliamentary committee members
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    Sensory assessment scoresheets for fish and shellfish - Torry & QIM

    Several sensory assessment methods have been used in the UK over the years including the Torry Sensory Assessment scheme, the European E-A-B scheme and the Quality Index Method. Sensory assessment schemes use the physical characteristics of raw seafood to determine a score indicating the freshness quality of the seafood. Schemes are developed using seafood that has been produced according to good manufacturing practice. This makes it possible to identify the ‘days on ice’ of seafood i.e. how fresh it is. This document provides copies of available Torry Assessment and QIM schemes and may be updated when new schemes become available.
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    Fish Handling at Sea

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    Quick summary of 2013 ICES advice for six key pelagic species

    Seafish continues to support the fishmeal industry through the provision of news and factual information. This quick summary of the 2013 ICES advice covers blue whiting, capelin, herring, Norway pout, sandeel and sprat.
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    The development of larval cod head morphology and aggression and boldness in cod

    The report details experiments in 2004 and 2005 that were funded by NERC and Seafish towards a Phd project carried out at the SAMS marine laboratory in Ardtoe. The morphological development of the head in cod larvae and the effect of prey size on the development were studied as well as aggression in cod juveniles and the effects of prey density on aggression. Some of the key results from these experiments are summarized in this report. Each section of the report eventually formed a chapter of the final thesis (through the University of Glasgow).
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    Fisheries Management Issues Report

    The Fisheries Management Issues Report summarises some of the current issues affecting the UK fishing industry. Information is collated from regional, UK and European sources and regular topics include discussions at the EU Fisheries Council meetings, official landings into the UK relative to allocated quotas and the extent of bans on fishing due to shellfish poisoning around the UK.
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    UK Seafood Value Chain by Region 2016

    The UK value chain provides information on the main supply for seafood landed or imported into, or exported from the UK, as well as sales to consumers. In this document, the UK data is separated into England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland where specific information is available.
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    County Down Seafood

    This report was produced by tourism specialists BTS, supported by fish industry experts Poseidon Consulting. It is a market based business plan, commissioned by the Strangford Lough and Lecale Partnership (SLLP), with funding from the EU and the South East Area Fisheries Local Action Group (SEAFLAG), to provide economic benefit to the South East Area which includes the fishing ports at Portavogie, Ardglass and Kilkeel. The analysis is designed to help develop the local market for locally caught seafood and local quality agricultural produce within Area. The project examines the opportunities for food tourism in the Strangford Lough and Mourne Mountains destinations, building on the concentration of the Northern Ireland fishing industry in the area, the quality of other local food produce and the number and the quality of local eating places across the area.
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    Why has the cod stock recovered in the North Sea?

    This industry guidance note describes the history of exploitation of cod and other whitefish in the North Sea in the context of changes in the North Sea environment. It discusses the role of fisheries management under the EU-Norway agreement in the cod stock's recovery
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    Enforcement authorities relevant to UK-EU trade: Competent authorities responsible for the enforcement of veterinary and IUU controls on seafood trade with the UK, and with seafood trade in the EU

    This note provides a list of competent authorities responsible for the enforcement of veterinary and IUU controls on seafood trade with the UK, and with seafood trade in the EU.
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    Quay Issues: 2014 Economics of the UK Fishing Fleet

    Part of the Quay Issues family of publications, the '2014 Economic Survey of the UK Fishing Fleet' includes the most recent nationwide costs and earnings data on the UK catching sector. The study presents the latest economic data for the commercially active UK fishing fleet and includes chapters on income, costs, fuel, employment and profitability as well as a comparison of the four home nation fleets.
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    United Kingdom Seafood Ethics Profile

    Seafish commissioned a study to assess the ethical issues impacting on seafood species landed into, and imported to the UK from a wide range of countries. This United Kingdom profile looks at the main seafood products; seafood exports to UK; employment in seafood; human trafficking and forced labour indicators and rankings and research reports; ratification of international human rights and labour instruments; fisheries policy and management structure/administration; control of IUU fishing and related labour abuse; measures to protect migrant fishers; partnerships and improvement projects; and an overall assessment or criteria for overall risk assessment for the United Kingdom.
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    Final Note on Seafood Ethics Common Language Group meeting on 11 July 2018

    Final note on the Seafood Ethics Common Language Group meeting held at Friends House, London on Wednesday 11 July 2018.
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    FS44 - 12.09 Dec 2009 Trawl door rigging

    This fact sheet gives generalised pointers on the rigging configurations possible for demersal trawl doors and the effects various alterations to the rigs have on the performance of the trawl door. The fact sheet looks at the five main types of towing point arrangements used in otter board design and construction: towing chain, combination chain and bracket, horizontal hinge bracket, triangle fixed bracket and fixed bracket. Each has characteristics which make them suitable for a variety of fishing methods or seabed conditions.
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    FS7-11.08 Nov 2008 Options to improve catch quality on inshore vessels

    The catch quality from vessels landing daily should be of superior freshness to the catch from vessels fishing longer trips. However many small boats have very little onboard equipment to chill and stroe their catch. This often leads to losses in catch quality despite the catch being oly one day old and appearing very fresh. This fact sheet looks at the benefits of using alternative methods to chill and maintain temperature control including insulated tubs, insulating the hold, 'slush ice' and by using insulated containers on deck.
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    Discards article In Fishing New (3 of 6). Square mesh panels.

    In the third of a series of six articles, Mike Montgomerie, gear technologist at Seafish, gives his perspective on the discards issue and the work that Seafish, along with industry, has been doing to help develop new selective technologies and net-based fishing activities to reduce discards. In this third article he starts to look at specific devices, starting with square mesh panels, to see how effective they have proved to be in various fisheries. Published in Fishing News on 20 October 2011.
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    Seafish Responsible Sourcing Guide - Herring - September 2013

    This Responsible Sourcing Guide to hake contains information on sustainability issues, stock assessment, conservation measures and management worldwide for the individual stocks of this species updated to 2013. There is a short section on the product characteristics of the species. The information was obtained from scientific, industry and governmental sources and appropriate references are given.
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    ICES 2006

    ICES 2006, Fishing Technology in the 21st Century, was a five-day symposium that held in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A., focusing on the theme of integrating commercial fishing and ecosystem conservation.
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    FS19-12.08 Dec 2008 Collaborative approach to industry advice on seafood smoking

    Seafood smoking is the latest topic to be covered by Seafish, as part of a suite of seafood-specific training materials. As well as a technical guide, the comprehensive pack also includes a new training DVD, the production of which has been greatly assisted by the co-operation of Alfred Enderby Ltd in Grimsby. This case study profiles the collaboration between Seafish and Alfred Enderby to capture the whole seafood smoking process on film. The footage will become a key part of the Seafish Seafood Smoking training DVD.
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    Frozen Seafood in Multiple Retail 2017

    Frozen seafood has been in decline since 2007, with frozen sauce and frozen seafood meals being the hardest hit, losing over -50% volume. Over the short term (52 wks. to 25th March 2017) many frozen segments remained in decline, but frozen batter, natural, fingers, dusted and sushi segments are back in growth.
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    Discarding in fishing: making sense of a complex issue - February 2009

    This note explains what discards are, why they occur, their significance and what can be done about them. The idea came from the Discard Action Group, one of the ‘issue forums’ that Seafish runs in order to resolve problems affecting the whole seafood supply chain. This group was established to start a cross-industry dialogue in response to the European Commission’s proposals to minimise or ban discarding. This is an updated edition of February 2008 briefing note. Discarding has moved up the political agenda again: in a global context European discards are still disproportionately high; the Commission is further developing its policy aimed at minimising discards across Europe; and the wasteful nature of discarding is increasingly seen as unacceptable throughout the supply chain. This briefing note includes an appendix that describes the initiatives introduced over the last couple of years, many initiated by the fishing industry, in order to reduce discarding in UK fisheries.
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    FS62 - 03.11 March 2011 Maximum Sustainable Yield

    This industry guidance note explains the concept of Maximum Sustainable Yield (MSY), how it applies to individual fish stocks and the ICES approach.
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    The Seafood Guide

    The Seafood Guide aims to help chefs, caterers, processors, retailers and consumers understand the wonderful array of fish and shellfish available in the UK. It contains detailed species information along with information on handling & storage, quality, cuts & portions and cooking.
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    Fish stock assessesment models and ICES reference points

    This information sheet provides a brief layman's description of stock assessment models and the reference points used to describe stock status.
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    Fisheries Management Issues Report

    The Fisheries Management Issues Report summarises some of the current issues affecting the UK fishing industry. Information is collated from regional, UK and European sources and regular topics include discussions at the EU Fisheries Council meetings, official landings into the UK relative to allocated quotas and the extent of bans on fishing due to shellfish poisoning around the UK.
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    Seafish Roadmap to the UK, Scotland and NI Marine Bills and the UK MPA Network - January 2010

    The aim of the UK, Scottish and Northern Ireland Marine Bills is to create a more strategic and holistic approach to the marine environment.
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    Seafish Roadmap to the UK, Scotland and NI Marine Bills and the UKMPA Network - October 2009

    The aim of the UK, Scottish and Northern Ireland Marine Bills is to create a more strategic and holistic approach to the marine environment.
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    Review of Covid-19 impacts on the UK seafood industry: January-March 2021

    The fourth report in a series of reviews on the impacts of Covid-19 on the UK seafood sector. It provides a high-level view of the impact of Covid-19 on the whole of the UK seafood supply chain in the first three months of 2021.
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    The UK Cold Water Prawn Market

    In September 2006, Seafish undertook market research to gain a better understanding of attitudes and behaviour in the UK Cold Water Prawn market.
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    Seafish Insight: Fishing references by country in 2017 U. S. TIP Report. June 2017.

    The Trafficking in Persons (TIP) report is the U.S. Government’s principal diplomatic tool to engage foreign governments on human trafficking. It is also the world’s most comprehensive resource of governmental anti-human trafficking efforts. The U.S. Department of State Trafficking in Persons report (TIP) 2017 was published on 27 June 2017. This document lists the references to fishing by country.
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    Corporate Plan 2015-2018 Executive Summary

    A summary of the Seafish Corporate Plan for 2015-2018, including details of our high level objectives and operational delivery model.
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    utlook for European brown crab: Understanding brown crab production and consumption in the UK, Republic of Ireland, France, Spain and Portugal

    This report provides information on the production systems and consumption patterns in the UK, Republic of Ireland, France, Spain and Portugal. Information covers: Stocks (the geographical and ecological context for the source of brown crab – waters of the North East Atlantic concerning the UK, Rep of Ireland, France mainly). Capture production. Transport and distribution (concerning the movement of brown crab between stages of production: road, sea and air). Processing/storage (concerning receiving/preparation/preservation and packing of brown crab) Market/Sales outlet (concerning export/retail/food service/wholesale – UK, Rep of Ireland, France, Spain, Portugal and external export markets). Consumption (concerning in-home and out of home consumption). Waste (concerning the collection/treatment of waste products – including packaging to landfill, incineration, recycling, or composting).
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    Quay Issues: Issue 1

    This magazine presents some of the stories behind the data, emerging from our Economic Survey of the UK Fishing Fleet. It highlights the main issues identified by fishermen during the survey and features case studies on individual fishing businesses demonstrating how they have overcome barriers to success. The magazine also features interviews with other experts describing recent changes in the industry and the adaptive management taking place in their sectors. The aim is to encourage fishing vessel owners to think critically and creatively about how they can solve problems facing their businesses to enhance their overall performance and profitability.
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    Quick summary of 2014 ICES advice re discards

    This quick summary looks at the June and autumn 2014 ICES advice with reference to discards. It covers North Sea, Celtic Sea and West of Scotland, and Baltic Sea stocks.
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    Seafish Guide to RFS

    Overview of the RFS including context for reasons for redevelopment, information on new structure, processes and indication of benefits from each sectors view point
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    Guide to Food Safety Management for Fishmongers

    A Guide to Food Safety Management for Fishmongers has been developed specifically for people who manage a typical independent fishmonger shop or operate a mobile fishmonger vehicle.
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    Seafish response to Defra Consultation on measures to protect the Fal & Helford Special Area of Conservation (SAC) from the impacts of fishing with dredges and other towed gear.

    This consultation concerned PROPOSED measures to protect Fal and Helford Special area of Conservation (SAC) from the impacts of fishing with scallop dredges and other bottomtrawls. To read the consultation go to: http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/fal-helford/index.htm
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    The Seafish Guide to Towed Gear

    As part of a series of guides covering topical issues affecting the UK fishing industry, Seafish looks at bottom trawling. Bottom trawling involves towing a roughly cone-shaped net across the the seabed catching fish in it's path. Trawls may be used on very fine ground or be rigged to ride over very hard, rocky areas of seabed. The guide provides a history of bottom trawling, diagramatic references, looks at the importance of bottom trawling and how it fits into domestic and international fisheries and looks ahead to how the industry is changing. It also provides reference sources for further information.
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    Handling Crabs for the Live Market, Part II Vivier Transport

    The rapid development of the British crab industry, and in particular the increasing interest in the export of live crabs to continental seafood markets, has resulted in many operators without previous experience turning to this side of the trade. Some species of crab, notably the velvet or swimming crab, are less robust than others and have proved difficult to transport alive from the main fishing areas to the markets. This data sheet therefore outlines some of the steps that can be taken by vivier truck operators to minimise death and maximise the quality of the live product.
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    Defining free of flesh shell

    In preparation for a review of the ABPR this factsheet summarises the results of trials to define free of flesh shell.
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    Liferafts for the Fishing Industry

    This report discusses the failures that have occurred recently with liferfts and the measures being taken to combat the problem. A proposal by Seafish is put forward and further research is advocated.
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    Utilisation of 2016 European Union - Faroe Islands Bilateral Fisheries Agreement

    The Seafish Pelagic Industry Issues Group (SPIIG) asked Seafish to undertake an independent analysis of the utilisation by the UK and rest of EU of the 2016 EU-Faroe bilateral agreement and the utilisation of the agreement by Faroe Islands. This report is the third project undertaken by Seafish for PIIG and follows similar approach as the previous reports (published in 2016 and 2015).
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    Cod to 2030 (full report)

    A review of the UK’s cod supply base and 10 year forward view.
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    Seafish response to the Commission Proposal on the Review of the Fisheries Control Regulation consultation

    Defra's Marine and Fisheries Agency carried out a consultation on the Commission Proposal on the Review of the Fisheries Control Regulation, including a preliminary Impact Assessment. The basic idea of the Commission proposal was to improve the efficiency of fisheries control by encouraging Europe-wide standardisation and coordination, and to reduce the administrative burden by introducing new technologies. In the response, it is stressed that the administrative requirements constitute an unwelcome increase in the burden to operators in the supply chain. To read the consultation, go to: http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/fisheries-control/index.htm.
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    Seafish roadmap to the UK, Scotland and NI Marine Bills and the UK MPA network_July 2009

    The aim of the UK, Scottish and Northern Ireland Marine Bills is to create a more strategic and holistic approach to the marine environment.
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    Presentations given at Seafish 'Social Responsibility in Seafood' workshop. Malta. January 2016.

    Seafish facilitated the pre-summit workshop at the Seaweb Seafood Summit in Malta on Sunday 31 January 2016. The topic was ‘Social Responsibility in Seafood’. This workshop presented the ongoing or developing initiatives that aim to eliminate social and ethical concerns in the seafood industry, as well as map these initiatives throughout the supply chain. There were 14 powerpoint presentations which have been collated here. Please also see the handout and the summary note on the workshop.
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    Crab & Lobster Holding Part III - Filters & Instrumentation

    The rapid development of the British Shellfish Industry and the requirement to export live shellfish has lead to the industry needing better methods and information about live holding. This data sheet is part of a series forming a guide to the selection of equipment needed to successfully store and transport live crabs and lobsters. These data sheets should be used in conjunction with data sheets: Handling Crabs for the Live Trade: Part I and II. This sheet is a guide to both the filters, and instrumentation requirements of live holding and vivier systems.
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    Lobster hatcheries and stocking programmes: An introductory manual

    Drawing together the UK experience of lobster stocking as well as information from other programmes in Europe and North America, the report provides a sound knowledge base for anyone interested in setting up a lobster hatchery or stocking programme.
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    Final CLG minutes for 2 March 2017 meeting

    Final minutes of the Common Language Group meeting held in London on 2 March 2017.
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    Quay Issues: Fleet Economic Performance Dataset 2008-15

    The Seafish Fleet Economic Performance Dataset provides a detailed insight into the financial and operational performance of the fleet between 2008 and 2015 alongside analysis produced by the Seafish Economics team. This latest version includes new graphs and infographics with less data tables.
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    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.
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    Seafish response to Defra's "Consultation on a marine planning system for England"

    This is a response to Defra's consultation on a marine planning system for England of 21 July 2010. The consultation papers are available here: http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/marine-planning/index.htm
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    Fisheries Management Issues Report

    The Fisheries Management Issues Report summarises some of the current issues affecting the UK fishing industry. Information is collated from regional, UK and European sources and regular topics include discussions at the EU Fisheries Council meetings, official landings into the UK relative to allocated quotas and the extent of bans on fishing due to shellfish poisoning around the UK.
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    Cold Water Prawns - consumer usage and attitudes

    In 2004 the Sea Fish Industry Authority (Seafish) commissioned research to investigate the prawn market, specifically looking at consumers’ usage of, and attitudes towards, cold water prawns. This document focuses on outlining current consumption patterns and investigating consumer attitudes towards the consumption of cold water prawns against warm water prawns. It also looks to determine whether or not consumers distinguish between different prawn types, as well as the importance of benefits to health and the ethical issues of prawn supplies. Finally the report identifies potential new product development opportunities.
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    Diesel Fuel additives - Summary Report

    This document provides a non-technical summary of fuel consumption tests on red diesel fuel additives, and comparison of these results with those from identical tests using red diesel alone. The test cycle used simulated a trawler operating a 20 hour 40 minute excursion from Newlyn and within this involved 3, 4 hour long trawl stages. This test cycle was established after discussion with local skippers from the Newlyn fleet and SeaFISH representatives. The tests were conducted at the Camborne School of Mines engine dynamometer test facility installed in the Holman’s Test Mine in Cornwall.
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    Discards article In Fishing New (2 of 6). Behavioural trends.

    In the second of a series of six articles, Mike Montgomerie, gear technologist at Seafish, gives his perspective on the discards issue and the work that Seafish, along with industry, has been doing to help develop new selective technologies and net-based fishing activities to reduce discards. In this second article he looks at how behavioural trends of fish can be exploited when designing and positioning discard reduction devices, or redesigning nets to reduce the number of fish discarded. Published in Fishing News 26 August 2011.
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    Motivation and training guide for employers

    This guide is aimed at small and medium sized seafood businesses including fish & chip shops and independent fishmongers. It covers aspects of staff motivation including teamwork and having fun. Real life examples are provided by seafood businesses. The training section includes guidance on how to deliver in-house training in an effective manner. To order a copy for £5, please email training@seafish.co.uk or telephone 01472 252302. Alternatively, you can download this document for free.
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    Minutes of the Seafood Regulation Expert Group meeting held 19/01/2016

    Expert Group Review – Better Regulation Delivery Office (BRDO); Official Controls Review – hygiene charges; Traceability and consumer information; New minimum residue limits for biocides in the food chain; Primary Authority and Seafish guidance; Determination of deglazed net weight; Better Regulation Delivery Office Food Standards and Labelling and Food Hygiene Expert Panel reports; Imports; Tuna Treatment; Use of Desliming Agents; Chlorine dioxide; Codex Code of Practice for scallops; Hygiene regulations and scallops; Responsible Fishing Ports Scheme;Seafood Week
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    Minutes of the Seafish Food Legislation Expert Group Meeting, London, 21 January 2014

    FLEG Minutes: Official Controls Review – hygiene charges; Fisheries control regulation – traceability enforcement; Common Organisation of the Markets Regulation – consumer information; Imports and exports, GSP, China export certification, Animal Health Regulation, IUU fishing (Belize, Guinea and Cambodia); Hygiene regulations, Adoption of Codex E.coli criteria, Norovirus controls in live bivalve molluscs, Scallop shucking by trained chefs, French Classification of scallop Harvesting Waters, cadmium in brown meat of crabs; Labelling - Food Information to Consumers guidance, Label Fish Workshop, Elliott Review and Food Fraud; ethoxyquin; WELMEC guide; date of freezing
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    Key Features.The Clyde Inshore Fishery Study.

    The establishment of a local fishery management group is the route to a sustainable future for the Clyde inshore fishery.Although the Clyde inshore fishery has been in decline in recent years, the potential for a significant, sustainable and viable future does exist.
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    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.
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    Remote Closure of Sea Inlets

    Over half of fishing vessel losses are attributed to flooding, mainly due to the failure of pipes and fittings in the engineroom. Often, when flooding is discovered the crew find it impossible to reach and close the sea inlet valves to stop the flow of water and the vessel is lost. John Buchan, a retired engineer from Peterhead, had an innovative idea to enable the remote closure of sea inlet valves and this report describes the development of his ‘Hydraclose’ concept and a demonstration installation on a 25.6m vessel. Companies in Peterhead and Fraserburgh have developed this system and the Scottish Executive has given major support by the provision of a FIFG grant towards the vessel demonstration costs.
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    Kingfisher Fortnightly Bulletin Issue 03 2011 Cable

    News of offshore activities for the Oil & Gas, Subsea Cable and Wind Farm industries
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    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.
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    Seafood in Retail 2017

    Over the past nine years, total seafood - the sum of total chilled, frozen and ambient seafood sectors - has been in price driven growth, with value up 18.6% and volume down 18.9%. In March 2017, total seafood became the highest value protein category, pushing total red meat into second place.
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    Lobster Escape hatches in Selsey

    There exists an important lobster (Homarus gammarus) fishery, inshore, off Selsey (West Sussex). A fleet of fourteen full-time fishing vessels operates from the fishing station utilising offshore moorings which are afforded protection from the prevailing south-westerly wind by Selsey Bill. The fleet chiefly targets lobsters and crabs and, recently, whelk. In addition, 20 or so part-time boats occasionally use pots. This fishery is managed locally by a byelaw of the Sussex Sea Fisheries District Committee whereby 300 pots per vessel maximum are permitted within the 0-3nm. part of the District. Previous studies by the Sea Fisheries Committee have shown that a high proportion of the pot caught lobsters at Selsey are less than the minimum legal size of 87mm carapace length and are subsequently returned to the sea when the pots are retrieved and cleared. Evidence suggests that the entrapment and subsequent return of lobsters can result in damage and mortality.
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    Further North Sea fishing trials with the ‘Eliminator’ TM trawl (2008)

    In North Sea trials conducted during Nov /Dec 2008, the US designed Eliminator trawl caught 84% fewer cod while maintaining comparable catches of haddock, as compared to the catches of a control trawl (a standard industry demersal trawl). The comparative fishing trials were conducted with the aid of the Scarborough based pair-team (MFV’s Carousel and Eagernoon), skippered by Derek Tye and John Edmonds. These results are similar to those obtained in previous North Sea trials, conducted by Cefas (2007), and support the findings of US workers, who indicate that the Eliminator trawl can be used to selectively harvest haddock in a mixed demersal fishery, while allowing cod and other species to avoid capture. This work provides further evidence that the Eliminator trawl may have potential value as a selective gear within European demersal fisheries where cod protection is of management concern.
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    Final Minutes DAG meeting 21 April 2016

    Final notes of the Discard Action Group meeting held at Friends House, London on 21 April 2016.
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    Seafood Consumption (2016 Update)

    This Factsheet provides an overview of both long and short term GB seafood consumption; contextualising sector, segment and species trends in retail and foodservice.
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    Yellow Haddock_A097

    Some frozen at sea haddock develops a yellow discolouration. This is a major problem for the UK fish industry; resolution of the problem would potentially protect and make available £145M worth of legally caught haddock to a total haddock market worth £288M in the UK alone. A series of trials were carried out to try to replicate the conditions causing yellowing to enable recommendations to be made to solve the problem. Although the trials failed to yellow the fish, in depth biochemical analyses were performed on potential mechanisms for the production of yellow colour in the muscle tissue. It has been clarified that most likely the enzyme phospholipase A2 (PLA) splits off a fatty acids from the PL phosphatidylethanolamine (PE), which consecutively reacts with muscle proteins forming yellow complexes.
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    Future of Our Inshore Fisheries - issues and ideas workshop report

    The workshop held on 5 June 2019 was the first opportunity for all parties to come together, from across the UK, to discuss the issues affecting inshore fisheries; to establish common ground, and to identify the problems that need to be addressed.
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    Quick summary of 2014 ICES advice for the seven key pelagic species

    Seafish continues to support the fishmeal industry through the provision of news and factual information. This quick summary of the June and October 2014 ICES advice covers blue whiting, capelin, herring, mackerel, Norway pout, sandeel and sprat.
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    Quick summary of 2015 ICES advice for the seven key pelagic species

    Seafish continues to support the fishmeal industry through the provision of news and factual information. This quick summary of the 2015 ICES advice covers blue whiting, capelin, herring, mackerel, Norway pout, sandeel and sprat.
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    MCA Marine Guidance Note 411 (M+F)

    Training and Certification Requirements for the Crew of Fishing Vessels and their Applicability to Small Commercial Vessels and Large Yachts
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    FS25-03.09 March 2009 Fuel Flow Meters: Individual and Turnkey

    This work investigated the accuracy and precision of fuel flow meters that may be used on commercial fishing vessels to give real-time indication of engine fuel economy during operations. The study looked into the most accurate way to meter fuel consumption on a commercial fishing vessel, the cost of this to fishermen, how straightforward the device would be to fit on a fishing vessel and whether the sensors are suited to the demanding environmental conditions onboard fishing vessels. The study looked at the performance of six different individual fuel flow meters and four complete fuel monitoring solutions when tested on a marine diesel engine.
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    B19_Henry Colbeck Ltd_Marketing Campaign

    A one year campaign to profile the nutritional benefits of fish & chips, in comparison to other take-away food products, on local radio stations throughout the main urban areas of Scotland or North East England. The fundamental basis of this campaign will be to very positively educate the public about the nutritional benefits of consuming fish compared to other take-away food products. In addition to the advertisements, health based competitions and features will be run by the participating radio stations. To further endorse the campaign, all Henry Colbeck vans and lorries will carry the clear health message on them.
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    Response to the Consultation on Fisheries Management in Luce Bay SAC

    Seafish recognises the requirement to protect the environmental integrity of Luce Bay Special Area of Conservation (SAC), but is disappointed that no information was presented to substantiate the distribution and sensitivity of the seabed. The proposed fisheries management options should be considered in consultation with the fishing industry to ensure that they are truly effective and proportionate and to ensure they have an overall positive effect on the environment. The Scottish Government is reminded of the inshore vessel tracking project, run by Seafish and others, which is intended to demonstrate the potential of vessel tracking as a fisheries management tool.
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    Seafood Regulation Expert Group Minutes – September 2017

    Primary Authority 3; Brexit; IUU Fishing; Fish Name Designations; Official Controls; Fish Trade; Code of Practice for Smoked Fish; Expert Group on Food Hygiene and Control of Food of Animal Origin; Freezing Treatment for Killing Viable Parasites; Brexit Priority Work Areas; Seafood Traceability; Work with FSS and Local Authorities; Shellfish Review; Regulatory Strategy; Shellfish Classification and Risk Assessments; Official Controls; Animal By Products Scottish Case Study Discussion; Regulating our Future; Acrylamide Regulation; Changes to Seafish’s Primary Authority; India and Veterinary Residues; Crystal Violet; End Use; Importers Forum; Superchilling; Markets Advisory Council; Tuna Treatment with Nitrate; US Marine Mammal Protection Act
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    The Seafish Guide to DNA Testing of Seafood

    This is one of a series of guides in which Seafish explores topical issues affecting the UK seafood industry. Here we look at how DNA testing is being used by the seafood supply chain, what it can detect, where DNA analysis is carried out and the development of comprehensive DNA databases.
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    Seafish response on Defra’s Strategy for Marine Protected Areas, Delivering Marine Conservation Zones and European Marine Sites Consultation

    Seafish response to draft strategy setting out Defra's proposed vision and framework for marine protected areas (MPAs) in territorial waters adjacent to England and UK offshore waters over the next 10 years. To read the consultation go to: http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/consult/marine-conservation-zones/
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    Economics of the UK Fishing Fleet 2020

    The report presents economic estimates at UK, home nation and fleet segment level for the UK fishing fleet. The estimates are calculated based on samples of fishing costs and earnings gathered by Seafish as part of the 2020 Annual Fleet Economic Survey.
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    Handling Crabs for the Live Market, Part 1

    The increased demand for crabs and lobsters, and the requirement to export live shellfish has led to the Industry needing better methods and information about live holding. 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. These data sheets should be used in conjunction with data sheets produced in 1987: Handling Crabs for the Live Trade. Parts I and II. This sheet provides a guide to the selection of water pumps, air pumps and pipe work.
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    FS55-6.10_Utilisation and disposal of mollusc shell waste

    The utilisation and disposal of waste is highly regulated and processors need to ensure their waste is responsibly dealt with. Changes in legal requirements have resulted in outlets for the disposal of waste becoming increasingly restricted and expensive. And it is not necessarily straightforward to utilise shell for other products. This factsheet summarises the key facts about mollusc shell use and disposal.
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    Crustacea Processing Waste Management

    With changes in waste legislation, shellfish waste management has become increasingly difficult and expensive. This has significantly affected the shellfish processing sector, particularly the crustacea sector as there is a lack of cost-effective outlets for their waste. Disposal costs of more than £60 per tonne are common, which is not economically viable for many businesses. To establish whether it is possible for UK processors to generate an income or reduce the costs of crustacea waste disposal, Seafish initiated a project to look at the range of options available for crustacea waste management and identify which have potential for the UK processing sector. The project looked at all the crustacea species processed in the UK and the range of products or extracts that can be produced. The project identified two main options for crustacea waste management; use or disposal as ‘waste’ off-site or making it available for use in other products. Each option has its own issues; legalities, technical feasibility, outlets for the products etc. On the basis of the information collected, it will continue to be difficult for the crustacea processing industry to cost-effectively meet the demands of waste disposal legislation for the foreseeable future. Many different routes have and are being explored, but no breakthrough technology or solution has emerged. There are some opportunities to generate a financial return from crustacea waste, but investments in capital and the requirements for effective management remain a significant hurdle to achieving a return on investment. There is no single, simple, cost-effective solution for crustacea waste management. This report summarises the main finding of the project. Further detailed information is available on the Seafish B2B website (Gaining Value from Crustacea Waste Project). This includes an Excel workbook which will be periodically updated with new information as it becomes available. The spreadsheet can be accessed at http://www.seafish.org/b2b/info.asp?p=102
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    Seafish response to the European Commission Reform of the CFP

    This response to the Commission’s request for contributions towards the reform process builds upon the strategic view we have developed of the evolving relationship between natural resource harvesting and environmental protection. In the UK we have initiated a number of seafood industry-centred conservation schemes and we are keen to see the industry develop its role as stewards of the marine environment. To read the consultation go to: http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=COM:2009:0163:FIN:EN:PDF
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    Seafish Standard Design Purification Systems: Operating Manual for the Vertical Stack System

    Manual for developing and operating Seafish standard design for shellfish purification system: Vertical Stack System
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    Quick summary of 2017 ICES advice for the seven key pelagic species

    Seafish continues to support the fishmeal industry through the provision of news and factual information. This quick summary of the 2017 ICES advice covers blue whiting, capelin, herring, mackerel, Norway pout, sandeel and sprat.
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    2008 Economic Survey of the UK Fishing Fleet - Short Report

    The 2008 Economic Survey of the UK fishing fleet short report provides a summary of the financial and operational performance of the UK fishing fleet. This report summarises analysis of 33 segments of the UK fishing fleet, drawing on a combination of data collected by survey and data on landings and days at sea provided by the Marine Management Organisation (MMO), which covers every active vessel in the UK fleet.
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    Seafish Standard Sampling Operating Procedure_Basic Intertidal Habitat Mapping

    A lack of information on the precise location of a protected marine habitat or refuge for a protected marine species has caused considerable delays in environmental impact assessments and at worst led to applications to develop shellfish farms being refused or withdrawn as Regulators are unable to decide whether the farm site and/or access arrangements will or will not have a potential impact on a protected wildlife site (Seafish 2006 & 2007).
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    B13_Control Techniques for Larval Rearing Management Report

    Commercial-scale evaluation of advanced microbiological control techniques for marine finfish larval rearing in the UK.
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    Review of the application of the Official Control Regulations for shellfish

    The Shellfish Stakeholder Working Group (SSWG) commissioned Seafish to undertake a review of the application of the Official Control Regulations that apply to live bivalve production in EU Member States, with a focus on the microbial requirements.
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    Labour and Employment in UK seafood processing 2019 Annual Report

    2019 data on the UK seafood processing sector’s workforce to tracks trends in the number, proportion and ease of recruiting both UK and non-UK employees in the period before the UK leaves the EU.
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    SR630_Sail Power (Part 1)_D110

    The aim of the project is to develop and test a means of integrating sail power for use on commercial fishing vessels, by combining traditional Cornish long liner sail designs with modern materials and technologies. The sail system will be used to enhance the propulsion supplied by the engine in a motor sail application. The vessel chosen to carry out these trials, the MFV Nova Spero will be equipped with modern sail and deck handling equipment. Initial trials will be carried out using the technology with an assessment of the sails performance in terms of handling and fuel saving. If initial trials prove successful the sail design and rig will be tested during a full commercial tuna fishing trip sailing from Newlyn, Cornwall to the Bay of Biscay.
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    Seafish response to GLA Licensing Standards Consultation

    This dealt mainly with the GLA's own licensing standards, which it issued in 2006. It contains a section that deals specifically with shellfish gathering in which th GLA's very broad interpretation of 'shellfish gathering' is under review. To read the consultation go to: http://www.gla.gov.uk/index.asp?id=1012775
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    Report from an international workshop on seine net fishing held in Keflavik, Iceland, May 08

    With the growing interest in this relatively fuel-efficient method of fishing, the college invited speakers from Iceland and across Europe to share their experience and expertise in seine netting (also known as Danish seining, as this technique has its origins in Denmark). Lárus Thór Pálmason, the college’s senior lecturer in fishing gear technology and principal organiser of the event explained that rising fuel prices had driven a growing interest in seine net fishing and the college had been approached informally on several occasions to show groups of fishermen and vessel owners from other countries how seine net fishing works. The visits allowed an insight into how fishermen from other countries were dealing with the problems related to high fuel costs and looking to methods such as seine netting as one way of mitigating the problem. Programmes for visiting fishermen included visits to fishing gear suppliers, some gear simulation sessions in the small flume tank which the college has, and the chance to spend a day at sea with a working boat. These visits have been so popular that it was decided that it would be a good idea to try and pool a lot of the information that has been gathered into a workshop, and hence the international workshop was arranged.
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    Seafish Summary of agreed TACs for 2014 compared with ICES scientific advice

    Seafish summary of TACs agreed by the EU in December 2013 and March 2014 for 2014, compared with ICES scientific advice.
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    Construction Standards for fishing vessels 15m length overall to 24m registered length - machinery installation

    Includes sections on General requirements (main propulsion), Escape arrangements, Control spaces, Engine starting, Engine controls and instruments, Engine seatings, mounting and installation, Exhaust arrangement, Machinery space ventilation, Engine drive arrangements, Auxiliary engines and Propeller, stern gear and shafting
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    Review of Impact of Packaging and Packaging Waste Legislation

    The Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging Waste) Regulations will require some large fish business to maintain detailed records of packaging handled and to be responsible for the recovery and recycling of some packaging waste. The Packaging (Essential Requirements) Regulations define certain design features that must be incorporated into all packaging in order to reduce its environmental impact.
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    Seafish Responsible Sourcing Guide - Farmed Atlantic salmon - August 2012

    This Responsible Sourcing Guide to farmed Atlantic salmon contains information on sustainability issues, stock assessment, conservation measures and management worldwide for the individual stocks of this species updated to 2012. There is a short section on the product characteristics of the species. The information was obtained from scientific, industry and governmental sources and appropriate references are given.
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    Focus on Foodservice

    The total UK market for eating out was estimated to be worth between £25 and £28 billion in 20031. Twenty percent of all meals featuring seafood are consumed out of home, with evening meals accounting for the greatest share2. In comparison, just 14% of meals featuring beef and 16% of thosefeaturing poultry are eaten out of home. The foodservice market is therefore more important to seafood than to any other protein.
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    Seafish Comments on Welsh Assembly’s Strategy for Marine Protected Areas: Protecting Welsh Seas

    These are Seafish's comments on the Welsh Assembly Government's draft Strategy for Marine Protected Areas in Wales. The original consultation is available from http://wales.gov.uk/consultations/environmentandcountryside/marineprotectedareas/?lang=en.
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    Project Inshore - Stage 3 Strategic Sustainability Review Kent & Essex Inshore Fisheries & Conervation Authority

    This report presents stage 3 of Project Inshore where findings of stage 1’s data gathering on fisheries within each IFCA and the results of stage 2’s MSC pre-assessment conducted for fisheries around England’s coast (involving over 400 different species, stock and gear combinations) are considered to provide a Strategic Sustainability Review tailored to the Kent & Essex IFCA.
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    Seafish response to Consultation on a Northern Ireland Marine Bill - Policy Proposals

    The Northern Ireland Marine Bill will contain provisions for marine planning and marine nature conservation within Northern Ireland's territorial waters (within the 12 nautical mile limit). The consultation contains proposals a framework for Northern Ireland’s seas based on: a new system of marine planning that will balance conservation, energy and other resource needs; a further streamlining of marine licensing above that already provided for in the UK Act; and improved processes for marine nature conservation. Original consultation documents are available here: http://www.doeni.gov.uk/index/protect_the_environment/water/marine_bill_.htm
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    Final Note on Seafood Ethics Common Language Group meeting on 21 July 2016

    Final note on the Seafood Ethics Common Language Group meeting held at Friends House, London on Thursday 21 July 2016.
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    Development and testing of in-tank grading systems for cod juveniles

    Cod juveniles require regular grading to minimise problems with cannibalism, to optimise feeding regimes and growth, and to separate fish large enough for injection vaccination. Use of manual box graders has been standard practice but is time consuming and requires handling which often results in mortalities and lost growth. Automated grading machines are not effective for small fish. The objective of the project was to design, construct and test two separate in-tank grading systems for use with juvenile cod in raceways and circular tanks respectively.
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    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.
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    Crab & Lobster Live Holding Systems,Part 1 - Tanks & Buildings

    The increased demand for crabs and lobsters, and the requirement to export live shellfish has led to the Industry needing better methods and information about live holding. 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. These data sheets should be used in conjunction with data sheets produced in 1987 Handling Crabs for the Live Trade, Parts I and II. This sheet provides a guide to the selection of a suitable building, and the construction of holding tanks for crabs and lobsters.
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    Basic Fishing Methods

    A comprehensive guide to commercial fishing methods. This publication contains illustrations and descriptions of commonly used fishing methods, gears and rigs.
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    Guidance Note - Protected Wildlife Sites

    There are more than 7000 protected wildlife sites in the UK, and many of these extend to the coast and inshore waters. • Some fishing activities may not have a significant impact on wildlife, some might need to be restricted in certain areas, but if so, it may be possible to find wildlife-friendly ways to keep working. • Breaking wildlife laws can result in a criminal prosecution and a fine of up to £20,000. • This Guidance Note will tell you about the protected wildlife sites in the UK, and how to work with the authorities to stay the right side of the law.
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    Scottish Fleet Financial Performance_2005 Mid Year Review

    Average gross earnings for North Sea and West of Scotland whitefish vessels are fairly stable compared to 2004. The marked increase in fuel costs, and high spend on leasing days at sea and quota have diminished average net profits for vessels in this segment compared to 2004. On average, over 24 metre whitefish vessels are expected to make a small loss or break- even, while under 24 metre vessels are expected to just cover their operating costs. Nephrops vessels struggled with poor weather early this year, and landings have varied by area, with North Sea landings up. Nephrops vessels also encountered higher fishing expenses than last year and therefore net profits are expected to be lower.
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    A Sea of Health

    Nutritional content and health benefits of seafood
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    Protected Marine Wildlife Species

    All sea birds, and over 30 marine animal species, are legally protected in the UK wherever they are found. • Wildlife protection laws have been strengthened. Harming these protected wildlife species may now be a criminal offence, resulting in a fine of up to £5,000 and up to six months in prison. • Additional protection measures apply to wildlife in special areas around the UK, which are designated ‘safe havens’ for marine wildlife. • This Guidance Note will tell you which marine wildlife species are protected in the UK, and how to work with the authorities to help to protect wildlife, and stay the right side of the law.
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    Good Manufacturing Practice: Guidelines for Nephrops Fishermen

    These guidelines provide advice to Nephrop fishermen on good manufacturing practice (G.M.P.). Their purpose is to help fishermen to comply with food law and to secure a better return for their products. This includes ensuring food safety, maximizing product quality and meeting the needs of the market. Whilst these guidelines contain helpful technical information some of the legislative content may now be out of date.
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    SR624_The survival of skates (Rajidae) caught by demersal trawlers fishing in UK waters_IPF B007 and C107

    Skates and rays are a common component of mixed demersal fisheries, and large quantities may be discarded. Given their biological vulnerability, understanding the fate of these elasmobranchs is of management concern. Estimates of discard survival are needed for modelling the possible benefits of management measures. In this study, the focus is on the Bristol Channel skate fishery, where on-board holding tanks were used to assess the short-term rates of survival of trawl-caught skates (Rajidae). From monitoring the survival rates of 162 fish kept in specially designed on-board holding tanks for periods of up to 72 h, the short-term rate of survival was 55%. Keywords: Otter trawl, Ray, Skate. Survival, UK fisheries
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    Investigating the use of double square mesh panel arrangements in pair trawls

    This report resulted from the introduction of legislation making square mesh panels mandatory in a number of UK fisheries.
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    Review of Covid-19 impacts on the UK seafood industry: October-December 2020

    The third report in a series of reviews on the impacts of Covid-19 on the UK seafood sector. It takes a high-level view of the seafood supply chain exploring the impact on seafood markets, business operations and consumer behaviour.
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    Bulletin FT3_The use of artificial seawater in mollusc purification

    Seafish trials with mollusc purification have made extensive use of Artificial Seawater (ASW) in both laboratory and commercial tanks. This bulletin is aimed specifically at the use of ASW for bivalve molluscs and combines technical data from MAFF Laboratory Leaflet No. 39, published in 1977 and entitled 'Artificial Seawater for Shellfish Tanks' and experience gained by Seafish. For more detailed information the MAFF Leaflet or Seafish should be consulted.
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    Seafish Summary of UN FAO SOFIA 2012 Report

    Summary of the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture (SOFIA) report 2012, published July 2012.
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    Biodiesel at Sea

    This document provides a non-technical summary of sea trials in a ~10 m class potting vessel running comparative fuel consumption tests using red (fossil) diesel and biodiesel. The vessel, FV Ma Gandole, is powered by a 20 year old Volvo MD70B 6 cylinder, normally aspirated, 120 hp diesel engine coupled to a 3:1 reduction gearbox, assumed to be fairly typical of many power plant of the Newlyn ~10 m class fleet. The sea trials demonstrated that both fuels started the engine equally well, and the vessel was felt to handle and perform equally well with either fuel.
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    Loading capacities and criteria for the successful depuration of cockles (Cardium edule) in small scale standard design depuration systems

    These trials set out to investigate whether increased loadings oc cockles could be successfully depurated using the current standard of 30kg for comparison. Initial trials also involved a comparison between hand-raked cockles and cockles harvested by a towed-cage fluidized-bed dredge and concluded that this form of mechanised harvesting yielded cockles that were suitable for depuration. Results indicated that successful depuration could indeed by achieved with 90kg loading at the current minimum depuration temperature of 7°C. The results at 16°C for both 30kg and 90kg were inconclusive but suggest that depuration of cockles in general at this temperature warrants further study.
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    Sustainable Seafood Serving the Seafood Industry 2010 to 2013 - A consultation document for industry - 3 year plan

    The Seafish consultation document sets out how we intend to serve industry over the next three years and is part of a year-long consultation process.
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    CONTROL OF SUPERSATURATION IN THE HATCHERY

    Supersaturation can occur naturally in high-energy environments e.g. from wave action or dam spillways; or as a result of excess photosynthetic activity. In the aquaculture hatchery, supersaturation can be caused by a sudden increase in temperature e.g. in long pipe runs exposed to the sun, by entrainment of air through leaking joints or pump seals, or by injection of pressurised air at depth.
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    Vessel Floodings - A Discussion Document

    The intention of this report is to promote consideration of vessel flooding and to encourage the implementation of practical measures to improve the situation.
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    Notes on Seafish 'Social License to Operate' workshop. London. 28 June 2016.

    A social license to operate indicates the level of approval from the community that an industry has to operate. Seafish facilitated a workshop to explain the concept, how it works and the reasons for attaining and building high quality stakeholder relationships in this way. These notes are a summary of the workshop, the exercises undertaken and the comments made. Please also look at the presentation given at the workshop and the handouts which can all be found on the Seafish website http://www.seafish.org/responsible-sourcing/discussion-forums/the-common-language-group/social-license-to-operate.
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    An Integrated Traceability, Marketing and Back Office System for Inshore Ports and Vessels

    In cooperation with commercial partners, Seafish has developed systems for weighing and labelling of boxed fish at sea in response to market and legislative requirements to provide accurate product defination and provenance at the point of first sale. This report describes how the data required by law or for trading may be captured and handled electronically on landing at small inshore ports to improve marketing and administrative efficiencies.
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    Economic Impact Assessment of the 2004 Fisheries Management Regime in the UK Whitefish Fleet

    Seafish has developed a series of models, based on historical landings and costs and earnings data which predict the financial outcome for segments of the UK fleet, based on inputs of landings levels, fishing effort and fish selling prices. The model reflects a range of possible scenarios for the UK whitefish fleet in 2004.
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    Twin Rig Drum Systems for Seine Net Rope Hauling

    A modification kit has been manufactured and tested at sea on two seine net vessels. The equipment hauled in the ropes satisfactorily during trials and on commercial fishing on both vessels. However, certain disadvantages and problems did emerge on one of the vessels. This report describes the equipment, the trials and discusses the disadvantages and problems that did occur and makes recommendations for investigating and, perhaps, overcoming them.
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    Examining Key Influences on Children’s Consumption of Seafood

    To promote seafood successfully to children, it is crucial to take into account all the direct and indirect influences that impact on children’s consumption of seafood.
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    First year survival of bivalves on newly flooded managed realigned sites.

    This study was undertaken to determine whether the length of existence of a stretch of intertidal foreshore created by managed realignment impacted the growth of Cerastoderma edule (cockle). Comparative growth as determined by average length was monitored for a periodof 48 weeks at three Essex foreshore sites. At the end of the trial, no significant differences between the sites were found. Keywords Shellfish; Cockle; Managed Realignment; Regulated Tidal Exchange; Foreshore;
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    Legislative Requirements for the Disposal of Seafood Waste

    EU legislation on the disposal of animal by-products has and will continue to have major implications for the seafood industry. One effect of particular concern has been the ban on the use of landfill as a disposal route for most animal by-products and the additional inclusion of shell from shellfish as an animal by-product. To address industry concerns and develop a way forward Seafish established a Waste Working Group in April 2004 which brought together the various sectors of the seafood industry, the waste disposal and utilisation industries and industry regulators.
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    Quick summary of June 2011 ICES advice re discards

    This quick summary looks at the June 2011 ICES advice with reference to discards.
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    Quick summary of June 2013 ICES advice re discards

    This quick summary looks at the June 2013 ICES advice with reference to discards.
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    Project Inshore - Stage 3 project update March 2015 printable

    This document outlines the Project Inshore work through the four stages which progress from a broad overview of English inshore fisheries to strategic targeted action plans.
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    Reducing Drag in Towed fishing Gears - Fishing Trials to Evaluate the Performance of a trawl Constructed from T90 ('turned mesh') Netting

    This report describes a demonstration trial of a single-rig, demersal whitefish ‘Rockhopper’ trawl constructed entirely of T90 or ‘turned mesh’ netting. This is the first time that T90 technology has been used in this way in the UK. The trawl used for this trial was designed and constructed by Icelandic trawl manufacturer, Fjardanet which has been pioneering this technology for a number of years. Descriptions of the fishing gear used are included. The report describes some background to the development work and the concept of T90 technology. Eight days of commercial fishing trials were carried out in January 2008 using the Shetland based vessel Mizpah operating on local fishing grounds about 50 miles NE of Lerwick. Despite being hampered by poor weather a total of 21 hauls were completed. The aim of the trials was to evaluate the performance of the T90 trawl with reference to fuel savings as a result of the reduced netting drag associated with this technology. This was done by measuring the main gear performance parameters and comparing them with those of the vessel’s existing gear of the same general dimensions. Some catch sampling was undertaken to examine other reported attributes of T90 trawls such improved catch rates, size selection and catch quality. From a gear performance perspective the T90 trawl compared well with the vessel’s own trawl. The information gathered on the fuel efficiency aspects of the gear however did not show any significant benefits from the T90 trawl despite indications that the netting drag had been considerably reduced, (~20%). The findings from the catch data were inconclusive. There were some indications of larger size ranges of some species being caught and retained by the T90 trawl but the findings did not appear to bear out the findings and experiences of the Icelandic fishermen to the same extent. There was more loss of marketable size grades of some species, particularly whiting associated with the T90 trawl. This was thought to be as a result of the more consistent mesh opening noted throughout the T90 trawl. The positive side of this was that there were no discards recorded. There was no noticeable difference in catch quality detected. The results showed that the combination of the T90 trawl fitted with a conventional diamond mesh codend of the same mesh size produced the best commercial results. The results were insufficient to draw any firm conclusions on the overall effectiveness of the T90 trawl and a number of proposals for further work have been highlighted.
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    Recent advances in the use of DNA and other techniques in the seafood supply chain

    There have been several recent reports in the media concerning mislabelled fish, both in the national and international press. Some reports reveal obvious fraud where an expensive species is substituted with a cheaper one such as pangasius being sold as cod, or inadvertent substitution of species, where it is equally possible that the expensive species is sold as the cheap species, and vice versa. This fact sheet outlines some of the techniques currently used to accurately identify seafood and seafood products, and reviews some of the benefits and limitations of the latest DNA and other techniques used for identification purposes within commercial, enforcement and fisheries science.
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    UK Fishing: Past, Present and Future

    This note aims to help readers to better understand what’s happening in the UK fishing industry. This is to reassure buyers that UK-caught fish can, and should, be a component of the supply chain.The various sections describe the modern catching sector, explain how the industry is coming to terms with new responsibilities and shows how it’s playing its part in the stewardship of the marine environment.
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    Construction Standards for fishing vessels 15m length overall to 24m registered length - pumping and piping systems

    Includes sections on: Oil tanks, Oil fuel systems, Lubricating oil systems, Sea water systems, Bilge pumps and capacities, Machinery space bilge pumping, Shelter deck drainage (enclosed shelters), Water tanks and Hydraulic systems,
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    Seafish response on the Marine (Scotland) Bill Consultation

    The Scottish Parliament's Rural Affairs and Environment Committee sought views on the general principles of the Marine (Scotland) Bill. The Bill was introduced to the Scottish Parliament on 29 April 2009. To read the consultation to go: http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/s3/committees/rae/bills/Marine%20bill/MarineBillCallforviews.htm
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    Seafood Industry Value Chain 2017 Presentation Provisional

    Overview of the UK Seafood Value Chain performance in 2017. UK consumers purchased £7.7bn of seafood, 16.7% more than in 2016.
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    Labour in UK seafood processing 2018 Annual Report

    This report presents the findings of Seafish's annual survey of workforce composition in the seafood processing sector in 2017 and results of the first quarterly survey on ease of recruitment and retention of staff in the seafood processing sector.
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    Seafish response to A Strategy for Marine Nature Conservation in Scotland and Guidelines on the selection of MPAs and development of the MPA network

    Seafish has produced a combined response to two Scottish consultations on the future of the Scottish marine environment. The consultations were on the draft Marine Nature Conservation Strategy for Scotland and on draft guidelines on the selection of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and the development of the MPA network in the seas around Scotland. The original consultation papers can be found here: A Strategy for Marine Nature Conservation in Scotland: http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/marine/marine-environment/Conservationstrategy/draftconstrategy Marine Protected Areas in the Seas around Scotland: http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/marine/marine-environment/mpanetwork/draftmpaguide
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    Seafish Responsible Sourcing Guide - Coley (saithe) - May 2013

    This Responsible Sourcing Guide to coley (saithe) contains information on sustainability issues, stock assessment, conservation measures and management worldwide for the individual stocks of this species updated to 2013. There is a short section on the product characteristics of the species. The information was obtained from scientific, industry and governmental sources and appropriate references are given.
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    Final CLG minutes for 29 June 2016 meeting

    Final minutes of the Common Language Group meeting held at Friends House, London on Wednesday 29 June 2016
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    Algal mediated turbididity and larval performance in marine fish_Parts1and2

    Green water’ techniques (i.e. the addition of microalgae to the culture tank) can be used to encourage the first feeding of fish larvae in marine hatcheries. The effects of algal turbidity on the visual foraging behaviour of larvae were assessed in trials by investigating the contrast between prey and the background lighting (Part 1 report & video clip). In subsequent trials, ‘green water’ had no significant effect on first feeding success of larval cod (Part 2).
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    Kingfisher Fortnightly Bulletin Issue 23 2010 Cable

    News of offshore activities for the Oil & Gas, Subsea Cable and Wind Farm industries
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    Climate change adaptation in UK seafood (wild capture) Annex 10 - Domestic

    The annex concerns UK seafood wild capture supply chains reliant on domestic production. It covers major impacts from key climate change drivers, from production to processing, highlighting key opportunities and threats.
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    Survey of Existing Good Manufacturing Practice Standards in the Fish Industry

    The EU fish quality labelling and monitoring concerted action project brought together industry and scientists to establish common views on the subject. A series of international surveys were carried out as part of the project. The final survey investigated the operation of good manufacturing practice and standards in the fish industry and perceived needs for further standards. This report describes the UK results of that survey.
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    Kingfisher Fortnightly Bulletin Issue 01 2011 Cable

    News of offshore activities for the Oil & Gas, Subsea Cable and Wind Farm industries
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    Fisheries Resource Access Mapping Project: The Co. Down Wind Resource Zone

    This report presents an assessment of the importance to the Northern Ireland fishing industry of the Wind Resource Zone (WRZ) off the County Down coast. This work is an early output from FishRAMP being undertaken by the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) and Poseidon with input from the NI seafood industry through the Seafish Northern Ireland Advisory Committee (SNIAC) as well as funding and support from Seafish and DARD.
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    Seafood Regulation Expert Group Minutes – July 2017

    Proposed Acrylamide Regulation; Code of Practice for Smoked Fish; Mercury; Regulating our Future; Results of Authenticity Surveys; Expert Group on Food Hygiene and Control of Food of Animal Origin; Primary Authority; Brexit; Workshop on Brexit at the PECH Committee; Markets Advisory Council; Fish Labelling and Traceability; Scottish Landings Target; Shellfish Review Consultations; Codex; Histamine; Regulatory Strategy; Importers Forum; Trade Facilitation Expert Panel; Thurd Countries Authorised to Export; Animal By Products; ID Marking Questionnaire; Anisakis
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    Fish & Chips in Foodservice (2017 Update)

    Total seafood has continued to perform well in foodservice since 2015, despite the recent challenging economic and political climate. Servings of fish & chips as a meal have grown faster than both total foodservice and total seafood servings over both the long and short term.
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    Culturing of Norway lobster (Nephrops norvegicus)_Aggression in Nephrops

    The first aim of this project was to examine and gain a better understanding of the aggressive behaviour of the animals. Aggressive behaviour, causing injury or death, is thought to be a major obstacle in keeping animals in communal tanks. It was found that the Norway lobsters are able to build a dominance hierarchy, which reduces overall aggression in communal tanks. Moreover, it was found that pheromones are necessary for establishing dominance. Follow up studies will aim to gain a better understanding of the role of aggression in natural behaviour including territoriality,resource competition and mate choice. The second aim is to develop economic holding conditions for the animals. Holding animals in communal tanks is thought to be easier to manage - in terms of feeding and maintaining good water quality - than keeping them separately. Ongoing experiments comparing holding conditions indicate that there seems to be no difference in survival rate between individual and communal holding conditions. The third aim is to decide upon the best methods of collecting eggs and to hatch them. This will be researched in the next two years. Eggs will be collected by catching berried females. Holding conditions will be tested to maximize the hatching rate of the four larval stages in the lab. The results of the study will improve the understanding of the species which could help drive better stock management. In addition, it could support the fishing industry by providing sustainability and reducing the influence of natural barriers to fishing, such as weather conditions.
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    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.
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    Headline Findings Pan European Crab Omnimas: FS83_10_13

    This factsheet provides summary information about purchasing and consumption preferences of youger consumers in european contries when buying brown products. Countieas covered are UK, Ireland, Portugal, Spain,Germany, France and Italy
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    Guidance on Packaging and Packaging Waste

    This guide is intended to give guidance on the legal requirements that businesses should consider when designing packaging for products to be placed on the market within the EU. It also gives guidance on the legal obligations that larger businesses may have in contributing to the packaging waste recovery targets of the UK.
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    Seafish briefing on labour issues in Thailand's warm water prawn supply chain. December 2014.

    The Thai government has long faced criticism for its failure to curb labour and human rights abuses occurring in the country, however attention came to a head in June 2014 with the publication of a series of articles and videos in the Guardian newspaper containing allegations of human trafficking and slave labour in the Thai seafood industry. At the same time the US State Department downgraded Thailand to a Tier 3 ranking on its 2014 Trafficking in Persons report. Tier 3 status indicates insufficient improvement of ongoing human trafficking problems in a number of Thailand’s industries, including its seafood industry. The TIP Report highlights the existence of forced labour, human trafficking, and other abuses on Thai vessels that harvest wild fish for Thai shrimp feed, and the Guardian articles have connected those supply chains to leading producers and retailers. The UK seafood industry is taking this issue very seriously and there are moves to ensure that each link in the supply chain is not implicated in any form of labour abuse. Whilst there is a fundamental need to improve the situation this document highlights the positive movement for change that is underway.
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    Alternative Marine Conservation Zones in Irish Sea mud habitat: potential for fisheries displacement and an assessment of habitat condition and potential management scenarios.

    Areas of potential alternative Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) sites representing mud habitat within the UK Irish Sea regional sea were selected at a stakeholder engagement meeting in October 2014. In order to assess the suitability of these sites within the Irish Sea regional area, existing data were examined to assess habitat condition, variation and how well these meet the mud habitat criteria set by the UK government. Nephrops stock assessment video surveys were utilised along with grab sample data, across both eastern and western Irish Sea areas. Macroinvertebrate community analysis was undertaken on the grab infaunal data, along with analysis of sediment parameters. The level of disturbance was also examined through benthic community assessment relating to successional stage.
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    Automated counting systems for use in marine hatcheries

    The use of image processing and analysis software in aquaculture can reduce time and manpower in the execution of certain repetitive and error-prone tasks such as counting of live feed organisms in marine fish hatcheries. Accordingly, the Institute of Aquaculture in collaboration with Machrihanish Marine Farm Ltd. has developed a software algorithm and image capture system which identifies, discriminates and counts rotifers under laboratory conditions. Rotifers are produced and used as live feeds in marine fish hatcheries and a cost effective automated system has potential for manual use in commercial hatcheries where manual counting is time consuming, tedious and often inaccurate. The objective of this project was to develop a robust, efficient and affordable image acquisition and analysis system suitable for use under practical conditions in the hatchery. The project involved procurement and optimisation of appropriate equipment and analytical image analysis system for on-farm use, and on-farm testing to develop and improve protocols and analytical algorithms to permit efficient use of the system under hatchery conditions.
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    Project Inshore - Stage 3 project update March 2015

    This document outlines the Project Inshore work through the four stages which progress from a broad overview of English inshore fisheries to strategic targeted action plans.
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    Fisheries Act 1981

    An Act to establish a Sea Fish Industry Authority with the duty of promoting the efficiency of the sea fish industry in the United Kingdom.
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    issue_05_oil_gas.pdf

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    Webinar transcript - Marketing Masterclass - An Introduction To Local Search Engine Optimisation

    A transcript of the video recording of the Marketing Masterclass - an Introduction to Local Search Engine Optimisation (SEO). This event was recorded in March 2021.
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    Webinar transcript - Marketing Masterclass: Maximising Social Media for Business

    A transcript of the video recording of the Marketing Masterclass on Maximising Social Media business. This event was recorded in March 2021
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    Economic Impact Assessment of the 2005 TAC Final agreement on the North Sea and West of Scotland Whitefish Fleet

    This report looks at the likely earnings and profits for vessels primarily fishing for whitefish, such as cod and haddock, in the North Sea and West of Scotland. It takes into account the fish quotas agreed at the December 2004 meeting of the European Union’s Fisheries Council and reflects the changing nature of the UK fishing industry.
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    A Guide for Ecological Risk Assessment of the Effects of Commercial Fishing (ERAEF)

    This report reviews ecosystem risk assessment methods and describes in detail the method evolved in Australia by CSIRO.
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    Options for improving fuel efficiency in the UK fishing fleet - key features

    The key features leaflet contains a summary of the full report. Our intent in providing this summary is to clearly illustrate practical options to improve fuel efficiency to UK vessel owners and skippers. By providing this information we hope to encourage fuel efficient practices and provide guidance on evaluating investment in new equipment needed to adopt new practices, thereby enhancing the profitability of vessel business.
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    FRDC Project 2005/054

    A collaborative extension program by the Queensland Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, SeaNet and Ecofish for the development and adoption of square mesh codends in select prawn and scallop trawl fisheries in Queensland.
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    Seafish Responsible Sourcing Guide - Alaska pollock - September 2013

    This Responsible Sourcing Guide to Alaska pollock contains information on sustainability issues, stock assessment, conservation measures and management worldwide for the individual stocks of this species updated to 2013. There is a short section on the product characteristics of the species. The information was obtained from scientific, industry and governmental sources and appropriate references are given.
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    Responsible Fishing Scheme Version 2 - Terms of Reference

    The Responsible Fishing Scheme (RFS) Version 2 Terms of Reference is a document which outlines the objectives, structure and scope for the new version of the RFS. Created through collaboration between Seafish and Global Seafood Assurances (GSA), the Terms of Reference (ToR) provides an overview of the RFS V2 standard development process, including a summary of the feedback received from extensive consultation involving a wide range of UK seafood sector and international stakeholders.
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    Seafish response to SITPRO review into the cost of international trade regulation consultation

    As part of a major Government review into the cost of international trade regulation, SITPRO is consulting with businesses to identify and quantify the compliance burden that UK businesses face when they trade internationally. To read the consultation go to: http://www.sitpro.org.uk/regreview/consultation.html
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    Fuel Flow Metering for Fishing Vessels Phase-1 Preliminary Report

    The objective of the Phase 1 work was to assess the available technology in terms of quoted specification, cost, transducer type and installation requirements, with a view to selecting devices to test. Work on Phase 1 formally started on 21 July 2008 and the agreed duration for the complete project was 2-3 months. From early discussions with suppliers of fuel flow meters, it became apparent that lead times for the supply of certain meters could be as much as one month. Given the proposed project duration and these supply times, it was vital to expedite decisions on which fuel meters would be tested within the programme. This report summarises findings thus far during Phase 1 of the work, to allow devices with long supply lead times to be ordered in time to ensure the project will complete to schedule. Decisions made on the devices to be tested are reported herein. These devices were selected in consultation with a representative SeaFISH during a meeting held on 24th July. As it is presented at a very preliminary stage of the work, it should be appreciated that the materials presented herein may be revised by the time of presentation of the final project report. The research team have already encountered one result that will significantly effect the direction of the work.
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    Trials to Determine the Fat Content of Fish and Chips

    Fish and chips are typically perceived as being high in fat along with other takeaway foods. Currently there is little quantifiable data on the actual fat content of commercially produced fish and chips. The currently accepted benchmark for the total fat content of commercially produced fish and chips is 15.4 g/100g and 12.4 g/100g, respectively. Composite samples of fish and chips were taken from 30 takeaways for analysis; in addition controlled trials were carried out under commercial conditions to investigate the optimum cooking conditions. The takeaway average meal portion size was found to be 507.9g, with an average total fat for the fish and chips at 9.8 g/100 g and 9.0 g/100 g, respectively. Under optimum commercial conditions the average total fat for fish and chips was 8.2 g/100g and 6.9 g/100 g respectively. This work represents a new benchmark for the total fat content of takeaway fish and chips, on average 32% lower than the currently accepted values. For samples cooked under optimal commercial conditions the benchmark for total fat was found to be even lower; an average 45% less than the currently accepted values. Fish and chips represent a nutritious meal which is relatively low in total fat compared to some takeaways. By removing the batter from the fish, healthconscious consumers can enjoy a very low fat meal (fish 0.7% fat).
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    Crustacea Processing Waste Management Data

    The information contained in this workbook is designed to help businesses or organisations who are looking at options for the management of crustacea waste. It covers all the main issues including quantities, legalities, composition, range of options and indicative costs etc. and should be looked at in conjunction with Seafish Report 593 on Crustacea processing waste management. The information was collated during 2007 and will be periodically updated. Anyone with any further information should contact Seafish - m_archer@seafish.co.uk
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    The Price of Fish?

    A key new report to give all 661 MPs and 129 MSPs a clear overview of why our industry matters. It is intended to give a general overview of our industry, covering everything from safety at sea through to the improving environmental record of fishing, the economic value of our industry, and the health benefits of seafood.
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    Summary of ICES advice

    Summary of new ICES advice published in June and October 2009.
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    Fishermen's Handbook_Costs and Earnings of the Uk Fishing Vessel Fleet 1996/97

    The SFIA has gathered data on costs and earnings of the UK Fishing Vessel Fleet, via annual surveys, since the 1970's. This information was used to examine the economic performance of the fleet as a whole and the results were distributed to fishing vessel owners in the form of a booklet containing summaries broken down into vessel length groupings.
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    Fisheries Management Issues Report

    The Fisheries Management Issues Report summarises some of the current issues affecting the UK fishing industry. Information is collated from regional, UK and European sources and regular topics include discussions at the EU Fisheries Council meetings, official landings into the UK relative to allocated quotas and the extent of bans on fishing due to shellfish poisoning around the UK.
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    Seafish Summary of agreed TACs for 2015 compared with ICES scientific advice

    Seafish summary of TACs agreed by the EU in December 2014 for 2015, compared with ICES scientific advice.
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    Trials to Compare the Thermal Performance of a New Design of Tri-pack Corrugated Plastic Non-reusable fish box with Expanded Polystyrene and Single Walled Fibreboard Boxes

    Trials were carried out to compare the thermal properties of expanded polystyrene (EPS), single walled fibreboard (SWF) and corrugated plastic (CP) boxes. The boxes were tested in an environmental chamber and fish fillet temperature in each box was recorded for two time-temperature profiles. The first profile represented an interrupted chilled chain distribution over 66 hours, such as by airfreight, and the second profile represented a controlled chilled distribution of 72 hours, such as by road transport. Fillets in each box were chilled using a single frozen gel-ice pack placed on top of the fillets, or using ice. The EPS box was most effective at maintaining low fillet temperature for both temperature profiles and cooling methods. The CP box had similar but slightly better insulative properties than the SWF box. Ice chilling of fillets was more effective than a single gel-ice pack at maintaining low fillet temperatures for both temperature profiles. At the end of the trials using ice, the amount of melt water produced exceeded the capacity of the absorbent pad used. The ratio of ice used and/or absorbent pad capacity needs careful consideration to prevent fillets from soaking in melt water in non-draining boxes. Where fish is distributed in an uncontrolled chilled distribution chain, boxes with greater insulative properties, such as EPS would be advisable in order to maintain low product temperatures. Where fish is distributed in a strictly controlled distribution chain, it would be beneficial to use boxes with less insulation, to allow chill temperatures to influence product temperatures.
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    Autonomous Scallop Harvesting Platform (ASHP)

    The Autonomous Scallop Harvesting Platform (ASHP) is envisaged to be a self-contained automatic shellfish harvesting system. The concept is of a vehicle which moves underwater over a pre-determined search area and identifies and collects specified shellfish with minimal impact on the surrounding environment.
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    B9_Setting welfare standards of cod during transportation to improve safety and efficiency

    The investigation of the relationship between fish size, stocking density, and water quality changes during live fish transportation is expected to give information that could form the basis of an industry code of practice for marine finfish transport which would improve the safety and welfare of fish under such conditions. This report covers a second series of trials testing the effects of a range of variables on water quality during simulated transport conditions, using the cod, Gadus morhua, as the test species.
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    Final CLG minutes for 22 June 2017 meeting

    Final minutes of the Common Language Group meeting held in London on 22 June 2017.
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    Seafish Standard Sampling Operating Procedure_Basic Video Mapping Seabed Habitats

    A lack of information on the precise location of a protected marine habitat or refuge for a protected marine species has caused considerable delays in environmental impact assessments and at worst led to applications to develop shellfish farms being refused or withdrawn as regulators are unable to decide whether the farm site and/or access arrangements will or will not have a potential impact on a protected wildlife site (Seafish 2006 & 2007).
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    The Sea Fish Industry Authority - Annual Report and Accounts 2010/2011

    The Annual Report provides a detailed Management Commentary and financial review of the activities undertaken by Seafish during 2010/2011 and information on future developments.
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    Seafood Imports - Legislation and Official Procedures - Questions and Answers

    Import controls are in place to protect human and animal health. Food originating outside the UK may have been produced to different standards to the ones in force throughout the EU. Border controls ensure that only food that meets national food safety legislation, and therefore poses no risk to public health, is allowed into the country. Examples of food that would be stopped at the border are fish containing unacceptable levels of mercury, or shellfish containing natural toxins.
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    Seafish Delivery Report 2015-16

    Delivery Report for 2015-16
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    A case study review of the potential impact of proposed CFP discard reform. Poseidon report to Seafish UK, 2013

    The reform of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) introduces a landing obligation to eliminate discarding. The objective of this research, was to determine the potential economic implications of this discards ban on selected case study UK fleets through establishing a) how would the landing obligation affect fleet economic performance, b) at fleet level, and given current discards, what would the quota requirements amount to, and c) identify any ‘choke’ species that could limit operations of the fleet. The report highlights two key aspects of the landings obligation: the restricting effect of so-called “choke” species, and a lack of clarity surrounding the permitted flexibilities contained within the legislation. The results confirm what we already thought: much work remains to be done in order to ensure that we have a fishing fleet which operates sustainably, profitably and in line with the recently agreed landings obligation.
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    Healthy Guide to Buying Preparing Cooking and Sourcing Seafood

    Which is packed full of hints and tips
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    Shellfish flesh waste in bait

    Shell waste is a major problem with UK production of waste from calcareous shellfish (excluding Nephrops and shrimp) of around 75,000t/yr of which potentially ~20,000t is flesh. Although there are many theoretical options for the use of waste shell few are commercially viable, often due to the costs of separation and cleaning. Previous work has shown it is possible to separate the flesh from the shell and supply the ‘free of flesh shell’ for use in aggregates; however this leaves the problem of what to do with the fleshy material. The current “Proof of Concept” project has focused on the use of shellfish waste derived flesh waste in commercial bait. A comprehensive set of trials with bait sticks prepared from scallop (King & Queen), whelk, and crab waste demonstrated that the fleshy waste from shell is a suitable material for baits. Whelk and crab waste formed very good baits for lobster attraction and were comparable to standard baits for whelk attraction
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    Design of a containerised biodiesel production plant

    This report details work carried out in assembly of a prototype containerised batch production plant that is portable and suited to deployment quayside to support fishermen that wish to selfmanufacture biodiesel. The biodiesel batch plant has a maximum production capacity of approximately 210,000 litres per annum when working one shift and approximately 420,000 litres per annum with 24 hour working.
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    Sustainable brown shrimp fishery - is pulse fishing a promising option?

    This report has been funded by the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation in the frame of the project “Ökologisch verträgliche Krabbenfischerei” – “Sustainable brown shrimp fishery” (FKZ 3512 85 0400).
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    Discarding in the English Channel, Western approaches, Celtic and Irish seas (ICES subarea VII)

    Discarding is a common feature throughout global fisheries and of widespread management concern. The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS) catch and discard data collection programme has been conducting sampling operations on English and Welsh registered fishing vessels in the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) subarea VII since 2002. Within this subarea, these vessels were found to mainly operate in the English Channel, Western approaches, Celtic and Irish sea. We present the findings of this work and estimate the annual quantities of discards (fish and cephalopods) in terms of numbers and weights between 2002 and 2005 Keywords: Discards; By-catch; English Channel; Western approaches; Celtic sea; Irish sea
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    Economics of Potential Systems for Farmed Production of Cod

    Experimentation with the cultivation of cod has a history going back more than a century and the potential for developing commercial cod production has been the subject of a number of studies over the past 15 years. Most of these studies have concluded that production of cod does not appear viable in general under the most likely assumptions of performance and price in prospect at the time. However, the most recent report prepared by Nautilus draws much more favourable conclusions on the prospects for viability.
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    Invitation to Tender TD2022-003 - Hosting, support and maintenance of seafish.org (corporate website)

    Tender number TD2022-003 outlines Seafish’s requirements for a digital agency to host, support and maintain seafish.org (corporate website).
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    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.
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    Construction Standards for fishing vessels 15m length overall to 24m registered length - electrical installations

    Includes sections on: Cables, DC systems, Batteries, AC systems, Earthing and bonding, Motor control, Lighting, Remote stops, Emergency electrical systems, Testing, Enclosures and Shore supply
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    Seafish Summary of agreed TACs for 2012 compared with ICES scientific advice

    Seafish summary of TACs agreed by the EU in December 2011 for 2012, compared with ICES scientific advice. The final table shows 97 stocks with the agreed TAC - colour coded relative to ICES advice. This shows 54 stocks in green - either below or comply exactly with ICES advice; nine stocks yellow - within 10% of ICES advice; six red – more than 10% above ICES advice; 28 stocks - with no colour as have not got all the information. There is an accompanying explanation for the yellow and red coding.
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    SR690 Potential Implications of the Landing Obligation on onshore seafood supply chains in the UK.

    The aim of the work is to analyse the impact of the landing obligation in a whole supply chain context, and from financial, legal, operational and market perspectives. This project will:- •Map the UK supply chain and identify existing and perceived issues for each sector. •Assess the impact of issues in respect of changes in policy •Discuss potential consequences for each sector; for example, changes in operational behaviour, policy issues, loss of supply or loss of market. •Identify gaps in information and suggest better use of existing information. The analyses will be mainly qualitative.
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    Comparing Industry Sector Values, With a Case Study of Commercial Fishing and Recreational Sea Angling

    This report evaluates and recommends different economic analysis methods for comparing the value of industry sectors and informing policy questions about allocation of resources to achieve efficiency or fairness of distribution.
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    Scottish Fleet Financial Performance_2007 Mid Year review

    Fishing income in 2007 is expected to be between 10% - 15% up on 2006 for most fleet segments in this report. Forecast profits for all fleet segments expected to increase in 2007 compared to in 2005. Profits as a percentage of earnings likely to decrease in most fleet segments. Forecast models for seven key UK fleet segments now included in this report. Prices are significantly higher than 2006. Skippers in all segments expressed optimism.
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    UK seafood supply base to 2030

    An initial review of developments, implications and practical responses from industry and Seafish.
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    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.
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    An overview of sea trials with the alternative beam trawl

    An overview of sea trials with the alternative beam trawl.
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    Seafish Labelling Update 2016

    Updated regulation
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    Deep Water Fishing Along the North Atlantic Slope - Fishing Trials Onboard MFV 'Marantha III'

    This report describes the findings of an experimental voyage of the MFV 'Marantha III' to the deep water grounds of the North Atlantic Slope. The primary objective of the voyage was to conduct a series of instrumental trials to assess the performance and power demands of both the propulsion engine and trawl winches when fishing at depths from 200-1000 metres. Fishing gear performance, the post harvest care of the catch and the results of quality assessments of the main deep water species are also discussed.
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    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.
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    FS29_05.09 Use of anaerobic digestion for food waste treatment in Orkney

    Shellfish waste is a major financial and operational burden to the seafood processing industry. Current estimates show that around 63,000 tonnes of shellfish waste is sent for disposal each year at a cost of almost £3,000,000. In theory there are many uses for shell, but to date there is no one solution to treating and subsequently using these materials as by-products. Most processors rely on disposal outlets costing up to £150 per tonne of waste. Shellfish processors want simple, local, cost-effective solutions for managing shellfish waste. Anaerobic digestion (AD) has been identified as a potential solution. The process produces methane which can be used to generate electricity, and create digestate (fertiliser) which has applications in agriculture and horticulture. Heat and Power Ltd. were part funded by Seafish to evaluate the potential of AD as a solution to the shellfish waste disposal problem for Orkney based shellfish and food processors. The main aims of the project were to consider whether AD could reduce commercial waste disposal costs, and if it could be a sustainable waste management solution for the island. It included a small-scale batch digester trial on crab shells. This factsheet summarises the results of the project.
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    Water Framework Directive - Technical Briefing

    The Water Framework Directive (WFD) will revolutionise the way that the water environment is managed and protected. It replaces today’s piecemeal legislation with integrated management of water quality, quantity, physical habitat and ecology. The WFD has far-reaching implications for fisheries managers and the industry. Its main effect will be an improvement in environmental quality – but it may also result in new controls on fishing and new duties for regulators. This technical briefing summarises the key feature of the WFD, highlights key issues, and gives the background information to help industry find out more about it.
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    Key Features. Seafood Industry Value Chain Analysis. Cod, Haddock and Nephrops

    This study provides a close look at the UK seafood value chain for the species cod (Gadus morhua), haddock (Gadus aeglefinus) and nephrops (Nephrops norvegicus). This report treats each value chain separately, and the main findings from each analysis can be found below. In addition, the key points extracted from the interviews held with industry players and the implications of the main findings for the major stakeholders in this study are presented here. When seen as a whole, these observations provide a background for understanding some of the developments that are observed in the seafood industry today for the selected species. All figures presented are for year 2002.
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    Seafish Waste Survey 2004

    The survey was conducted between 30 November 2004 and 3 December 2004. The purpose of this survey was to: 1. Quantify the amount of shellfish and finfish waste being generated by the processing industry on a regional basis. 2. Identify the methods of waste disposal currently being used. 3. Quantify the current costs of disposal. 4. Identify regions where problems are being encountered (or are likely to encountered) in the disposal of waste when the Animal By-Products legislation is enforced. 160 sea fish processing companies (representing 30% of all such companies) from both the shellfish and finfish sectors and located throughout Scotland, England and Northern Ireland were selected at random and contacted by telephone. The interviewers used a questionnaire (appendix 1) to structure the interviews and to ensure that all the relevant information was obtained.
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    Consumer Perceptions of Frozen and Chilled Seafood

    This research study set out to try to explain the differing consumer perceptions of frozen seafood relative to chilled seafood and what is influencing attitudes towards frozen food and seafood.
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    Construction Standards Calculators Rev Nov 2014

    Excel workbook for calculating the results of various formulae found within the Seafish Construction Standards.
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    2012 Survey of the UK Seafood Processing Industry

    This report provides an overview of the UK seafood processing industry. The report describes the industry structure, employment and characteristics, the supply and sales situation along with issues such as business management and the environment. The report also provides an analysis of the financial performance of the processing industry. This report is the latest in a series of reports undertaken every four years by Seafish.
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    Cod Farming in the Marine Environment

    Key words: Husbandry; hydrographic survey; modelling; benthic survey
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    The Possibilities of Labelling Fish by its Region of Origin

    This report is a response to speculation shown in the industry regarding consumer reaction to the ability to identify fish by its area of origin within Britain, and whether, and to what degree, consumers would favour fish landed locally as opposed to non-local fish. SEAFISH commissioned a survey among a structured sample of principal shoppers, and this report presents statistics and resultant conclusions from this survey.
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    Quick summary of June 2012 ICES advice re discards

    This quick summary looks at the June 2012 ICES advice with reference to discards.
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    UK Seafood Industry Guide - Preparing your business for the end of the UK's Transition Period

    Guidance on preparing your business for the end of the UK's Transition Period.
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    A Demonstration Project Examining High Quality and Selective Haddock Fishing by Scottish Vessels

    A detailed project was undertaken to examine the abilities of a group of vessels to selectively target haddock under their normal fishing practices and patterns. The study was carried out by the SFIA between August 2003 and September 2004. The data for the study was collected during a number of observation trips undertaken between August 2003 and August 2004. The focus of the study was to ascertain whether such vessels could successfully target haddock at a commercial level, avoiding the catch of large numbers of the pressurised cod stock. Data was collected from each participating vessel in order to quantify the actual volume of haddock and cod being fished during the observed trip.
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    Sail Power (Part II)

    This reports the development and testing a means of integrating sail power for use on commercial fishing vessels. This report is part two of the Seafish report SR630 and describes work carried out on the construction, deployment and testing of an innovative foresail on a 21 meter commercial fishing vessel, the MFV Nova Spero (CN 187). The sail was initially tested during instrumented sea trials in Mounts Bay in Cornwall and subsequently deployed during three commercial Tuna trips to the Bay of Biscay. This report includes details of the: • Construction and fitting of the Forestay and Foresail • Initial seal trials • Modifications made to the foresail and rigging • Results of instrumented sail performance trials • Commercial trials results • Future developments
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    SR683 Consumer perceptions of processed products in selected European markets

    This research is a broad review of consumer perceptions of brown crab processed products. The research is produced as a specific output of the wider Acrunet Activity 5 which seeks to understand the wider system of brown crab practices from production to consumption.
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    Composting Trial for Seafish

    With increasing environmental controls and restrictions on the disposal of animal byproducts, the seafood industry is in urgent need of alternative disposal outlets. Trials in 2003 showed that composting was a suitable process for treating different types of seafood waste. Since then, commercial scale trials with composting companies have been carried out. In 2005, Seafish commissioned a project in North-West England to assess the suitability of commercial scale composting for the disposal of cooked whelk waste. Cooked whelk waste, comprising flesh and shell, was provided by AM Seafoods of Fleetwood. TEG Environmental carried out the composting, using their commercial facility near Preston. Cooked whelk processing waste was delivered to the TEG site during March and April 2005 and mixed with amendment material comprising shredded green waste, draff (spent grain), broiler litter and recycled compost. The mixed material was then composted in the TEG system. The project found that whelk waste is suitable for treatment in a commercial composting system and, providing it is properly mixed with other materials, can be used in land based applications. Composting is a potential solution for shellfish waste but it is preferable to use soft shell, shell with high levels of flesh attached or ensure shell is well ‘diluted’ with other feedstocks to prevent elevated calcium levels.
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    Further Trials to Extend the Storage Life of Cod and Mackerel using Sodium Hypochlorite or Ozone

    This report details a series of laboratory trials which follow on from initial work reported in SR498. Trials were carried out to determine the effect of sodium hypochlorite and ozone on the quality of cod and mackerel in refrigerated seawater (RSW). In addition, trials were carried out to determine the effect of ozone on boxed and iced fish, held in a gas flushed hold or chill store. The rate at which ozone naturally decayed to a safe level was also determined, along with the effectiveness of ozone as a surface disinfectant. A trial was also carried out to determine the level of ozone in the hold of a fishing vessel fitted with an ozone generator, during a fishing trip.
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    Seafish Standard Design Purification Systems: Operating Manual for the Small Scale Shallow Tank Purification System

    Manual for developing and operating Seafish standard design for shellfish purification system: Shallow Tank System
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    Guide to Recent Developments in European Food Law for the Seafood Industry

    There has been a major overhaul of food law by the European Commission in the last few years; this has lead to some confusion and misunderstandings about the burdens this will place on food businesses. The aim of this guidance is to clarify any new requirements for the seafood industry.
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    Webinar Transcript - Marketing Masterclass - Restaurants Responding To Covid-19

    A transcript for the video recording of the Marketing Masterclass on Restaurants Responding to Covid-19. This event was recorded in March 2021.
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    The Frozen Fish Chain

    his open learning module deals with the more commonly used freezing processes. This module may be of interest to individuals invoved in the freezing, storage, transport or retaiiling of fish and shellfish. . Available as a printed open learning module for £15 plus P&P. Contact training@Seafish.co.uk or 01472 252302 for more information.
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    Utilisation of 2015 EU Faroe Bi-lateral Agreement

    The Seafish Pelagic Industry Issues Group (SPIIG) asked Seafish to undertake an independent analysis of the utilisation by the UK and rest of EU of the 2015 EU-Faroe bilateral agreement and the utilisation of the agreement by Faroe. An estimate of the sales value of landings made under the agreement was also requested. The analysis of the 2015 agreement repeats a project undertaken by Seafish for SPIIG in 2015, which analysed utilisation of the 2014 bilateral agreement
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    Designation of Auction Centres and Registration of Buyers and Sellers of First Sale Fish

    A new scheme is being introduced that will require buyers and sellers of first sale fish and shellfish landed into the UK to register with Fisheries Departments. It will also require the designation of auction centres and fish markets at which such fish is sold. Fisheries Departments have established a joint implementation advisory group with stakeholders to provide advice on implementing the new scheme. This guide has been produced with the aim of providing informal, non-statutory guidance for businesses of what is required of them in order to register (whether a fish auction centre, or as a buyer or seller of fish), submit sales notes and maintain appropriate records of first sale fish. This guide is advisory and does not have any legal status. Ultimately, only the courts can decide whether, in particular circumstances, an offence has been committed.
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    Review of polyphosphates as additives and testing methods for them in scallops and prawns

    Seafish commissioned Campden BRI to conduct a desk-based literature review to provide information on the use of polyphosphates in seafood products, notably scallops and prawns. This report provides background information on polyphosphates including what they are, their presence, composition, how they interact with the product, how they break down over time and naturally occurring levels. A review of testing methodologies is also included.
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    The UK shellfish industry’s role in supporting shellfish ecosystem services and public goods and benefits

    This report considers the role that fishing and aquaculture play in maintaining and enhancing shellfish ecosystem services and delivering public goods and benefits. The relevance of this to future marine policy development is also considered.
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    A demonstration of "Outrigger Trawling" in the SW of England on MFV Admiral Gordon

    The aim of the project was to demonstrate an alternative fishing method commonly known as Outrigger trawling. This involved replacing the heavy beam trawls which are normally towed by the vessel with two demersal trawls, each trawl spread with its own set of trawl doors and towed from the derricks. This change alone will have a significant impact on bottom and gear drag. The steady increase in fuel prices was another driver for the fleet to look at alternatives to beam trawling. By adopting the outrigger fishing method vessels can reduce their fuel consumption enabling increased profitability and a reduction in environmental impact.
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    An Assessment of D.A. Massonage and Mortality of the Brown Crab Vivier Transport

    Examination made on two consignments of brown crab exported from the UK to Spain. The aim was to assess the loads for quality, marketability and mortality and to account for the differences observed. In particular the relationship between physical D.A. Massonage and mortality was investigated and the causes of D.A. Massonage were discussed at some length.
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    Final Note on Seafood Ethics Common Language Group meeting on 10 February 2016

    Final note on the Seafood Ethics Common Language Group meeting held at Friends House, London on Wednesday 10 February 2016.
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    Fisheries Management Issues Report

    The Fisheries Management Issues Report summarises some of the current issues affecting the UK fishing industry. Information is collated from regional, UK and European sources and regular topics include discussions at the EU Fisheries Council meetings, official landings into the UK relative to allocated quotas and the extent of bans on fishing due to shellfish poisoning around the UK.