Responsible Seafood Advocate

2 weeks ago | globalseafood.org | Maddie Cassidy

Wednesday, 30 April 2025 The 2025 Responsible Seafood Summit will take place in Cartagena, Colombia from September 29 to October 2, bringing together global seafood professionals for four days of connection, collaboration, and forward-thinking conversation. Sponsoring the Summit isn’t just great for business. It supports the movement toward a more responsible, transparent, and innovative seafood future.

2 weeks ago | globalseafood.org | Darryl E. Jory |James Wright

An Aquatic Life Institute-led study ties welfare practices to sustainability and makes a distinction between health and welfareA recent study reported that a critical distinction, often overlooked yet rudimentary to the sustainable infrastructure of a complex and generative industry, is the fundamental difference between animal health and welfare in aquaculture.

2 weeks ago | globalseafood.org | Bonnie Waycott |James Wright

Recent Vibrio outbreaks have spurred many new shellfish farming and harvesting proceduresOcean warming caused by a climate change has been altering fish and shellfish habitats, elevating sea levels and intensifying hurricanes and storms. And it might be impacting human health as well. Researchers are investigating the prevalence of Vibrio, a common bacteria in many types of shellfish, and the increased risk of associated illnesses.

1 month ago | globalseafood.org | Jason Holland

FAO/GFCM initiative empowers students to challenge fish farming myths, promote sustainability and support local aquacultureFor aquaculture to gain social acceptance, public awareness is essential. Equally important, the industry’s sustainable growth depends on an informed and accurate public perception. The challenge?

1 month ago | globalseafood.org | Maddie Cassidy

Friday, 28 March 2025 We’re heading back to Barcelona for Seafood Expo Global, the world’s largest seafood trade event, taking place May 6-8, 2025, at Fira de Barcelona! Join the Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) as we connect with seafood professionals from around the world to discuss responsible seafood, industry trends, and the latest developments in seafood certification, responsibility and traceability.